The US National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
The Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States.
Similar services are available in most countries.
If you or a loved one have thoughts of suicide, call for help immediately. Do not delay.
Suicide Lifeline Phone Numbers
| Country | Service Name | Telephone Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| USA | Suicide and Crisis Lifeline | 988 | Call anytime. If 988 is not available, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255). |
| Canada | Canada Suicide Prevention Service | 1-833-456-4566 | Call anytime |
| Canada (Quebec only) | Quebec National Crisis Line | 1-866-277-3553 | Call anytime. If someone close to you is in danger, call 911. |
| United Kingdom | The Samaritans | 116 213 | Free call any time day or night |
| Ireland | The Samaritans | 116 123 | Freephone call anytime |
| Australia | Lifeline | 13 11 14 | Call anytime |
| New Zealand | Lifeline | 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP) | Call anytime |
| South Africa | Lifeline | (0861) 322 322 | 24-hour crisis intervention service. “Emotional First Aid station”. |
Suicide Lifelines in Europe
Suicide Lifelines in Other Countries