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Disaster Distress Helpline
Service Provider
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Services
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Can This Service Be Accessed Virtually / Remotely?
Yes
Service Description
The Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call or text 1-800-985-5990 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
Insurance
No insurance needed
Always Free?
Yes
Service Focus
Coping with COVID-19, Coping with Natural Disasters, Crisis Support
Age Groups Served
Adults, Seniors / Older Adults, Young Adults, Adolescents / Teens
Specialized Services for Gender Groups
No specialized services
Racial / Ethnic Groups Served
No specialized services
Specialized Services for LGBTQ+
No specialized services
Special Groups Served
Not applicable
Language
English, Spanish
Access
Deaf or Hard of hearing, Visually Impaired, Physically Disabled
Waitlist?
No wait / Can access immediately
Eligible States
National Availability (all 50 states)
Website
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
Hotline Phone Number
Call or text: 1-800-985-5990
Service Provided By
Trained Volunteer
24/7 Availability?
Yes
Date Last Updated
03/03/22