If you are experiencing a mental health emergency:
988 IS LIVE!
This simple, 3-digit number provides crisis support to people experiencing suicidal ideation, emotional distress, or a substance use or mental health crisis.
Call, chat, or text 988 for assistance 24/7.
Our local number (216-623-6888) is still active.
988 automatically routes calls by area code to the nearest crisis center (unlike 911, which uses geolocation). If you have an area code from outside Cuyahoga County, we recommend dialing the local number to reach a FrontLine Service Crisis Counselor.
About 988
FrontLine Service is a member of the National Lifeline Network. As of July 16, 2022, people can access the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline via 988. Moving to 988 will not replace the current crisis hotline. 988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where you live in the United States, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help.
Anyone can call 988
Call 988 if you or someone you know is struggling with:
Substance use
Relationship issues
Depression
Psychosis (Delusions of thoughts)
Anxiety
The start of a greater care response system
DID YOU KNOW?
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is the first of three phases to build a robust crisis care response system across the country. Click here to learn how.
