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Crisis & Support Hotlines

If you’re experiencing a crisis or need immediate support, these hotlines are available 24/7 to connect you with help.

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Crisis Lines

Immediate Emergency

Call 911

If there is immediate danger or a life-threatening situation.
Ask for a CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) officer for mental health support.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text 988

24/7 confidential support for emotional distress or mental health crises.
Available in English, Spanish, and 200+ languages.

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

24/7 support for any type of crisis (U.S.)

San Mateo County Crisis Line

(650) 579-0350

24/7 local mental health crisis support.
Mobile Crisis Response Team can come in person if needed.

Support Hotlines

Domestic Violence Support (CORA)

Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse
(800) 300-1080

24/7 hotline for individuals and families experiencing abuse.

Maternal Mental Health Crisis Line

National Maternal Mental Health
1-833-TLC-MAMA (Call or Text)

Staffed by trained counselors and offers free and confidential support for new or expecting parents

Perinatal Mental Health Support (PSI)

Postpartum Support International
1-800-944-4773

Emotional support and resources for pregnancy and postpartum challenges. (non-emergency)

Immigrant Mental Health Resources

Immigrants Rising

Guides and tools for undocumented immigrants seeking mental health support.