Hotlines
VT Crisis Text Line
Text “VT” to 741741
You get an automated text response first, and then a response from a trained crisis counselor. They work with you until you are cool and calm and have a positive plan for next steps.
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
800-273-TALK (800-273-8255)
Over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
Vermont Mental Health Agencies
Vermont regional agencies providing mental health supports and crisis lines
Warm lines
LGBT National Help Center
888-843-4564
Providing confidential peer-support, information, local resources and more to calls of all ages (youth & adults).
Pathways Vermont Support Line
(833) VT-TALKS
Talk with a caring person who understands what you’re going through by calling or texting our confidential Support Line.
The Trevor Project
Trevor Lifeline: 866-488-7386
www.thetrevorproject.org • Trevor Chat: 202-304-1200 • Trevor Text: Text the word “Trevor”
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-TALK (8255) and PRESS 1
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves.Resource Referrals
Vermont 211
Dial 2-1-1 anywhere in Vermont or visit www.Vermont211.org to get live referral help to public and private state and community services.
Print Materials
Vermont Help Card
The Vermont Help Card offers resources for confidential help for mental health. The card is available in four different formats – postcard, poster, wallet-sized card, and resource postcard for survivors of suicide loss.
Hotlines – For those in immediate crisis
VT Crisis Text Line
Text “VT” to 741741
You get an automated text response first, and then a response from a trained crisis counselor. They work with you until you are cool and calm and have a positive plan for next steps.Suicide Prevention Lifeline
800-273-TALK (800-273-8255)
Over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.Vermont Mental Health Agencies
Vermont regional agencies providing mental health supports and crisis lines
Warm Lines – For emotional support to prevent a crisis
LGBT National Help Center
888-843-4564
Providing confidential peer-support, information, local resources and more to calls of all ages (youth & adults).Pathways Vermont Support Line
(833) VT-TALKS
Talk with a caring person who understands what you’re going through by calling or texting our confidential Support Line.The Trevor Project
Trevor Lifeline: 866-488-7386
www.thetrevorproject.org • Trevor Chat: 202-304-1200 • Trevor Text: Text the word “Trevor”
Veterans Crisis Line
1-800-273-TALK (8255) and PRESS 1
Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves.Resource Referrals – For those seeking programs and services provided by community, social, health, and government organizations
Vermont 211
Dial 2-1-1 anywhere in Vermont or visit www.Vermont211.org to get live referral help to public and private state and community services.
Print Materials
Vermont Help Card
The Vermont Help Card offers resources for confidential help for mental health. The card is available in four different formats – postcard, poster, wallet-sized card, and resource postcard for survivors of suicide loss.
If you or someone you know is depressed or suicidal, and there is cause for immediate concern, there are a number of resources that can help.
You can also call one of the many local mental health agencies located throughout Vermont. Other resources are listed in the Resource Directory.
Hotlines
Suicide Prevention Lifeline
800-273-TALK (800-273-8255)
Over 160 crisis centers that provides 24/7 service via a toll-free hotline to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
VT Crisis Text Line
Text “VT” to 741741
You get an automated text response first, and then a response from a trained crisis counselor. They work with you until you are cool and calm and have a positive plan for next steps.
Vermont Mental Health Agencies
Vermont regional agencies providing mental health supports and crisis lines
Northern New England Poison Center
Call 1 (800) 222 1222 or Text POISON to 85511
The Northern New England Poison Center is your source for fast information and expert advice.
