Disaster Distress Helpline

Crisis & Suicide Support · Louisiana · 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. Free, anonymous, 24/7 — no obligation to share your name or location. Specialized lines don't appear in your phone records as 'mental health' — most show as a regular national 800 number. All services free of charge to LGBTQ+ Louisiana residents and allies.

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