Are you in immediate crisis or are having suicidal thoughts? Call 9-8-8 on your phone or text 9-8-8 on your smartphone any time, day or night. You can also chat the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, 24/7.
988 Lifeline
The 988 Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States. From kids to grandparents to college students, 988 has trained crisis counselors who can help Iowans of any age. We can all help prevent suicide. There is hope.
Where to Call
- Call 9-8-8 on your phone or text 9-8-8 on your smartphone any time, day or night. You can also chat the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, 24/7.
- The network of crisis centers offers many services for people who are deaf and hard of hearing, including veterans.
- Behavioral Health Staff Contact Information