Disaster Distress Helpline

provided by Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

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Disaster Distress Helpline

Text Line:
66746
(In the United States. For English text 'TalkWithUs', for Spanish text 'Hablanos'.)
Crisis Line:
800-985-5990
Main:
212-614-6386
Hours:
M-F 8:30AM-5:00PM.
Email:
jsamalin​@mhaofnyc.org

* Provides crisis counseling for those who are in emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.  

* Offers information on how to recognize distress and its effects on individuals and families and provides tips for healthy coping.

* Provides disaster-specific resources and referral information.

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Eligibility: None.

Application Process: Call or text for information.

Required Documentation: None.

Fees: No fee for services.

Coverage Note: United States, Palau, Marshall Islands, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.

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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation.