The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is the new, three-digit number that has replaced the ten-digit National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (NSPL). It is now available nation-wide in English and Spanish.
988 is more than just an easy-to-remember number. It is a direct connection to confidential caring support for anyone in mental health distress. This may include:
988 is a free service available to everyone.
Between July 2022 and December 2023, New Yorkers have reached out to 988 more than 330,000 times for mental health support.
You can contact 988 by chat, text, or phone.
Call or text 988 to be connected with a trained crisis counselor. When you call, you can access support in Spanish by pressing 2. Interpretation services are available in over 150 languages.
To access 988 via chat, visit 988lifeline.org/chat.
OMH wants to know how 988 has helped New Yorkers. If you’ve used 988 and want to share your experience, fill out the Share Your 988 Experience Form.
Submit a request for free promotional items that help spread awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at your school or organization.
988 Community Education and Awareness Toolkit
This interactive resource contains marketing materials and educational resources to help the public learn more about 988.
988 Posters
To obtain a PDF of any resources in a language not available above, please submit a 988 Resource Translation Request.
Comments or questions about the information on this page can be directed to the Bureau of Crisis, Emergency, and Stabilization Initiatives.