local crisis resources
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Many times situations or crises occur that need an immediate response, but are not life-threatening. For these situations, North Carolina offers Mobile Crisis Management (MCM), provided free of charge by RHA Health Services. MCM provides telephone and/or face-to-face assistance 24-hours a day, seven days a week.
Western NC: Call (888) 573-1006
Eastern & Central NC: Call (844) 709-4097
Sexual violence crisis & prevention center for residents of Buncombe County, NC. The office is open from 8:00AM to 5:00PM Monday through Friday. Advocates are available to speak with you 24 hours a day.
Local non-profit organization providing aid to victims-survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, & human trafficking. REACH offers advocacy, emergency shelter, community outreach, and prevention education to empower individuals to live a self-sufficient life free of violence. Available 24 hours.
Offers free, confidential health support for first responders and volunteers, available 24/7.
Non-Crisis support available daily from 8AM-11PM
Call (828) 547-4547 | Text (828) 547-4547
Talk to someone who has faced tough times and is trained to help with mental health and substance use recovery.
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national crisis resources
Suicide & crisis lifeline
Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Available 24/7/365.
crisis text line
Access to free, 24/7 support via mediums people use & trust, such as text messaging, which ensures that help is just a message away. A live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor will receive your text and respond with care and compassion. They’re here to listen, support you, and help you move from a hot moment to a cool calm.
Text HOME or HOLA to 741-741 | Text FOLX for LGBTQIA+ support | Chat Online | Chat on WhatsApp
trans lifeline
A trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.
The Trevor Project
The leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention nonprofit organization for LGBTQ+ young people providing information & support to LGBTQ+ young people 24/7, all year round. Call, text, or chat anytime you need support. If you are thinking about suicide, or feeling lonely, we’re here to listen.
Veterans Crisis Line
24/7, confidential crisis support for Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them. You don’t have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to connect. Support doesn't end with your conversation. Responders connect you with resources that can help when you're in distress.
Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Available 24/7—free, confidential, and ready to support birthing parents. Calls and texts are answered by trained counselors, including licensed health professionals, certified educators, and specialists.
NAMI HelpLine
A free and confidential nationwide resource offering personalized emotional support, mental health information, and guidance to help you, your loved ones, or friends navigate difficult challenges. You can also explore our online self-help tools below to find the information you need. Connect with a trained HelpLine Specialist by phone, text, or email Monday-Friday 10AM-10PM.
Call (800) 950-NAMI | Text HELPLINE to 62640 | Email helpline@nami.org | Chat Online
NAtional domestic violence hotline
Confidential, around-the-clock support for anyone affected by relationship abuse. Because of high demand, connecting with a live advocate may take longer than usual. If it isn’t safe to wait, or if you’re not ready to call, chat, or text, you can explore their Directory of Local Providers anytime to find resources and support in your community.
Call (800) 799-SAFE | Text START to 88788 | Chat Online | AI Chat
NAtional sexual assault hotline
Whether you need information, guidance, referrals, or someone to talk to, trained support specialists are here for you. When you contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline, you’ll be connected with a trained staff member from a local sexual assault service provider.
Call (800) 656-HOPE | Text HOPE to 64673 | Chat Online | Chat on WhatsApp
StrongHearts Native Helpline
A 24/7 safe, confidential and anonymous domestic and sexual violence helpline for Native Americans and Alaska Natives, offering support and advocacy.
Disaster Distress Helpline
The first national hotline dedicated to providing year-round disaster crisis counseling. This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 to all residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline
A free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.