Help is available 24 Hours a Day, 7 days a week. DBHIDS operates a 24-hour call center to assist people and their families with behavioral health crises. Callers needing help or persons wanting to obtain help for others can call 215-686-4420 at any time of the day or night for the following problems: Depression.
Help is Available 24/7
The DBHIDS (Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disability Services) operates a 24-hour call center to support individuals and families facing behavioral health crises.
If you or someone you know needs assistance, call 215-686-4420 any time, day or night, for help with:
Mental health emergencies
Substance use concerns
Support for individuals in distress
Referrals to appropriate behavioral health services
You’re never alone—help is just a call away.
In the United States, there are several resources available for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. These organizations provide immediate support, guidance, and access to professional help. Here are some key mental health crisis resources:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988)
- Phone: 988 – A 24/7 helpline for anyone in emotional distress or experiencing thoughts of suicide. The lifeline connects callers to trained counselors who can offer support and resources.
- Website: suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Crisis Text Line
- Text: HOME to 741741 – A free, confidential 24/7 text service that connects individuals to trained crisis counselors for support. It’s an option for those who may not feel comfortable calling.
- Website: crisistextline.org
National Helpline for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA)
- Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357) – SAMHSA provides a confidential 24/7 helpline that connects individuals to treatment, prevention, and recovery support services for mental health and substance use disorders.
- Website: samhsa.gov
National Domestic Violence Hotline
- Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) – A helpline for individuals experiencing domestic violence, providing confidential support, safety planning, and resources.
- Website: thehotline.org
The Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ youth)
- Phone: 1-866-488-7386 – A crisis intervention and suicide prevention hotline specifically for LGBTQ+ youth. It offers counseling and support 24/7.
- Text: Text START to 678678
- Website: thetrevorproject.org
Veterans Crisis Line
- Phone: 1-800-273-8255 (Press 1) – A helpline for veterans who are experiencing a crisis, offering free and confidential support 24/7.
- Text: Text 838255
- Website: veteranscrisisline.net
Mental Health America (MHA)
- Phone: 1-800-969-6642 (HelpLine) – Provides information on mental health conditions, treatment options, and local services.
- Website: mhanational.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline
- Phone: 1-800-950-NAMI (1-800-950-6264) – A helpline offering free, confidential support and information on mental health issues, treatment options, and resources for individuals and families.
- Website: nami.org
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Crisis Services)
- Phone: 988 – A national helpline that provides 24/7 crisis intervention for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts, mental health crises, or other emotional distress.
- Website: 988lifeline.org
Domestic Violence and Mental Health Crisis Resources
- Phone: 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) – For individuals experiencing a mental health crisis related to domestic violence. It provides immediate assistance, referrals, and safe housing information.
- Website: thehotline.org
These resources are accessible 24/7 and provide confidential support for individuals in crisis, offering connections to trained professionals and other mental health services. Whether through phone, text, or online support, these resources are designed to help individuals navigate mental health challenges and provide a path to recovery.