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Virginia 988 Mental Health Crisis & Suicide Prevention Lifeline

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Description
988 is a three-digit calling code for mental health crisis in Virginia. By calling 988, you can get free, immediate help from a trained crisis worker 24/7 if you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support.” “A trained crisis worker will listen and work with you to get you the support you need.” “If you want additional help, your crisis worker can assist with connection to local mental health professionals or community resources.
Requirements
  • Must be in Virginia (Virginia’s 988 service).
  • Intended for people “thinking about suicide,” those “worried about a friend or loved one,” or anyone who “would like emotional support.”
  • For immediate emergency response (EMS/fire/police), use 911 instead of 988.
How to get help
Call 988 for crisis support Recommended

Call 988 to reach Virginia’s 988 mental health crisis line for free, immediate support from a trained crisis worker 24/7. Expect a brief menu of options to route your call, then a crisis worker will listen and help identify supports; they can also help connect you to local mental health professionals or community resources if needed.

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Chat online with 988

Use the 988 Lifeline chat to message with a trained crisis counselor online for real-time support if calling is not possible or preferred.

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Email questions

Email the Virginia 988 team for general questions about Virginia’s 988 services (not for immediate crisis response).

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[email protected]

Call 911 for emergencies

Call 911 for emergencies that require immediate dispatch of emergency medical services, fire, or police.

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911

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VA