This page is a comprehensive resource for individuals seeking help for themselves or others struggling with self-harm, mental health issues, addiction, or suicidal thoughts. Below is a list of reputable organizations and crisis hotlines across North America that provide support to young people in need. In addition, international resources are provided for those seeking help across the globe.
Addiction & Substance Abuse
- Alcoholics Anonymous (Global)
- Website: aa.org
- Offers global support for individuals struggling with alcohol addiction.
- Kids Help Phone – Addiction Support (Canada)
- Phone: 1-800-668-6868
- Text: CONNECT to 686868
- Website: kidshelpphone.ca
- Offers support for youth struggling with substance abuse.
- Narcotics Anonymous (Global)
- Website: na.org
- Provides global resources for individuals struggling with drug addiction.
- Partnership to End Addiction (U.S.)
- Text: CONNECT to 55753
- Website: drugfree.org
- Offers resources for teens, young adults, and families battling substance abuse.
- SAMHSA National Helpline (U.S.)
- Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- Website: samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
- Provides treatment referrals and information services for individuals facing addiction.
Family Violence
- Canadian Resource Centre for Victims of Crime (Canada)
- Phone: 1-877-232-2610
- Website: crcvc.ca
- Offers support services for victims of crime, including family violence.
- Love Is Respect (U.S.)
- Phone: 1-866-331-9474
- Text: LOVEIS to 22522
- Website: loveisrespect.org
- A resource for young adults and teens facing dating violence or unhealthy relationships.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline (U.S.)
- Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
- Text: START to 88788
- Website: thehotline.org
- Provides support and resources for those affected by domestic violence.
Gang Violence Prevention
- National Gang Center (U.S.)
- Website: nationalgangcenter.gov
- Provides information and resources to prevent youth from joining gangs.
- Youth Gang Prevention Fund (Canada)
- Website: canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada
- Offers resources for youth and families involved in gang violence prevention programs.
Grief & Loss
- The Dougy Center (U.S.)
- Website: dougy.org
- Provides support for children, teens, and young adults who are grieving a loss.
- National Bereavement Resource Guide (Canada)
- Website: canadianvirtualhospice.ca
- A hub of resources for those grieving a loss.
Homelessness & Shelters
- Covenant House (U.S. & Canada)
- Phone: 1-800-388-3888
- Website: covenanthouse.org
- Provides shelter, food, and support services to homeless and at-risk youth.
- National Runaway Safeline (U.S.)
- Phone: 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929)
- Website: 1800runaway.org
- Helps youth and teens who are at risk of homelessness or currently homeless.
Mental Health
- Crisis Text Line (U.S. & Canada)
- Text: HOME to 741741
- Website: crisistextline.org
- Provides free, 24/7 text support for individuals in crisis.
- Kids Help Phone (Canada)
- Phone: 1-800-668-6868
- Text: CONNECT to 686868
- Website: kidshelpphone.ca
- Available 24/7 for youth and young adults dealing with mental health challenges.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) (U.S.)
- Phone: 1-800-950-6264 (M-F, 10 AM-10 PM ET)
- Website: nami.org
- Offers education and support for individuals affected by mental illness.
- Teen Line (U.S.)
- Phone: 1-800-852-8336 (6 PM-10 PM PT)
- Text: TEEN to 839863
- Website: teenlineonline.org
- A helpline for teens offering peer-to-peer support for various mental health concerns.
- The Jed Foundation (U.S.)
- Website: jedfoundation.org
- Focuses on protecting emotional health and preventing suicide for teens and young adults.
Self-Harm & Suicide Prevention
- Befrienders Worldwide (Global)
- Website: befrienders.org
- Offers global suicide prevention support and resources for those in distress.
- Crisis Text Line (U.S. & Canada)
- Text: HOME to 741741
- Website: crisistextline.org
- Provides free, 24/7 text support for individuals in crisis.
- Kids Help Phone (Canada)
- Phone: 1-800-668-6868
- Text: CONNECT to 686868
- Website: kidshelpphone.ca
- Available 24/7 for youth and young adults dealing with mental health challenges.
- Lifeline Australia
- Phone: 13 11 14
- Website: lifeline.org.au
- Offers 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (U.S.)
- Phone: 988
- Website: suicidepreventionlifeline.org
- Available 24/7 for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress.
Suicide and Crisis Support (Specialized)
StrongHearts Native Helpline (Indigenous Communities)
- Phone: 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483)
- Website: strongheartshelpline.org
- Services: A culturally appropriate, confidential helpline for Native Americans and Alaska Natives facing domestic violence or other crises.
- Phone: 1-877-565-8860
- Website: translifeline.org
- Phone: 988, then press 1
- Text: 838255
- Website: veteranscrisisline.net
Support for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples (Canada)
- Hope for Wellness Help Line
- Phone: 1-855-242-3310 or connect to the online Hope for Wellness chat.
- Website: strongheartshelpline.org
- Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples seeking emotional support, crisis intervention, or referrals to community-based services.
Support is available in English and French and, by request, in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.
- The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line
- Phone: 1-866-925-4419
- The National Indian Residential School Crisis Line Crisis support is available to former Indian Residential School students and their families 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Crisis Line
- Phone: 1-844-413-6649
- Crisis support is available to individuals impacted by the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Additional Resources and Support Lines
7 Cups
- Website: 7cups.com
- Services: Free online emotional support from trained volunteers. Also provides affordable therapy with licensed professionals for mental health concerns.
- Website: canadianhumantraffickinghotline.ca
- Phone: 1-833-900-1010
- Services: Confidential, multilingual service, operating 24/7 to connect victims and survivors with social services, law enforcement, and emergency services, as well as receive tips from the public.
- Phone: 1-866-331-9474
- Text: Text LOVEIS to 22522
- Website: loveisrespect.org
- Services: Provides confidential support to young people affected by dating abuse, available 24/7 through call, chat, or text.
- Website: trevorspace.org
- Services: A safe and secure online community for LGBTQ+ youth to connect, share experiences, and seek peer support.
International Resources
- A21 (International)
- Website: a21.org
- An international organization working to end human trafficking through education, prevention, and intervention.
- Befrienders Worldwide (Global)
- Website: befrienders.org
- Offers global suicide prevention support and resources for those in distress.
- Freedom Fund (International)
- Website: freedomfund.org
- A global organization working to end human trafficking and modern slavery by partnering with local communities.
- Lifeline Australia
- Phone: 13 11 14
- Website: lifeline.org.au
- Offers 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services.
- Polaris Project (U.S.)
- Phone: 1-888-373-7888
- Text: HELP or INFO to 233733
- Website: polarisproject.org
- Provides support for victims of human trafficking and works to combat modern-day slavery.
- International Crisis Centres
- Website: thelifelinecanada.ca
- Provides list of Crisis Centre hotlines worldwide
If you or someone you know is struggling with any of the topics mentioned, don't hesitate to reach out for help. These organizations provide free and confidential services and are available to support you whenever needed.
If you or someone you know is struggling with any of the topics mentioned, don't hesitate to reach out for help. These organizations provide free and confidential services and are available to support you whenever needed.
