Disaster Distress Helpline

Crisis & Suicide Support · California · Free

1-800-985-5990 — SAMHSA helpline for emotional distress related to disasters. Helpful for parents, partners, and friends of LGBTQ+ people who want to know how to support someone in crisis. Most calls last 15–45 minutes and the counselor stays on until you feel steadier. Counselors aren't mandated reporters for LGBTQ+ identity itself; they only report imminent danger to self or others. No cost — the program is grant-funded and confidentiality-protected.

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Address: Nationwide

Hours: Online

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