Get Help Now – Here are 5 hotlines:

Child Abuse Hotline

If you are a child or young person being abused, please call if you live in the U.S. or Canada. As soon as the recorded message begins, you can press number 1 to speak with a caring person who will help you. They are ready for your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s a free call.

Child Sex Trafficking Hotline

If you are a child or teenager who has been kidnapped, and are being used or sold for sexual purposes, please call if you are in the U.S. or Canada. Call right now, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s a free call:

Suicide Prevention Hotline

If you are having thoughts of hurting yourself or ending your life, please talk with someone first. Sometimes things are not as bad as you think. And sometimes a caring person who understands your feelings can help you feel better and help you find solutions. Your life is precious, and YOU are precious! Please give it a chance, and call these numbers right away. They are ready for your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s a free call.

Runaway Hotline

If you are a child or young adult who left home and wants help, please call. They can help you find a safe place to stay, or get a message to your parent or guardian. They can let your parent or guardian know you’re OK. Or that you need help. Or that you want to come home. If you want to come home, and you’re age 20 or under, they often help with a free bus ticket home. It’s a free call.

Domestic Violence Hotline

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, are being verbally threatened or physically harmed, please call to talk to someone who can help. You can learn about the options available to you, and get help so you can find safety for yourself, and for any children you may have

IMPORTANT: Please know that this helpline does not accept calls from blocked numbers. Make sure you’re calling from a land line or home phone that is not blocked and allows your number to be displayed, or call from any cell phone. It’s a free call.