Taking Political Action in NYC

Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Support

If you are thinking about suicide, immediate help is available from the following organizations:

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Call 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)

Available to anyone 24/7

The Trevor Project

1-866-4-U-TREVOR (866-488-7386)

Trevor Project is nation’s only 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention lifeline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning young people ages 13 to 24. You can also chat online with a Trevor Project counselor during limited hours, through the website (computer only). You can text with a Trevor Project counselor by texting “Trevor” to 1-202-304-1200, available Thursdays and Fridays, 4-8pm Eastern / 1-5pm Pacific (Standard text messaging rates apply).

The GLBT National Help Center

Hotline: 1-888-THE-GLNH (888-843-4564)

For youth and adult callers. Peer-counseling information and local resources.

Youth Talkline:

1-800-246-PRIDE (800-246-7743)

For youth through age 25. Peer-counseling, information, & how to connect to local resources.

If you are struggling to cope but are not in immediate danger:

You can contact NYC Well. It’s free and available 24/7. NYC Well can help with stress, anxiety, depression, and drug and alcohol misuse.

Call 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355)

Text WELL to 65173