Helpful Information

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
is here and ready to help.

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis.
People of all ages who need help for themselves or a loved one can access the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by:

• Calling 988 (multiple languages).
• Sending a text message to 988 (English only).
• Using the chat feature at 988lifeline.org(link is external) (English only).

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is the new name for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which has been available since 2005. 

About the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in Wisconsin

• Wisconsinites who uses the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in Wisconsin will connect with Wisconsin Lifeline, an in-state support center where trained counselors answer calls and texts to 988, as well as chats from the 988lifeline.org(link is external).
• Wisconsin Lifeline counselors are trained to reduce stress, provide emotional support, and connect people with local resources.
• Use of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available at no cost to Wisconsin residents. Additional care or intervention that may result from contact with the Wisconsin Lifeline may come with a cost.