As of July 16, 2022, 988 (think 911 for mental health) is available NATIONWIDE for anyone experiencing a mental health, substance misuse or suicide crisis. Help is FREE, confidential and available 24/7/365. This number replaces the former Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1(800)273-TALK(8255) which does still work and routes your call based on your area code. So, if your number is from out of state, your call will be routed through that state.
NH’s Rapid Response crisis line 1(833)710-6477 remains in place. You may call or text this number to be connected with trained counselors and/or mobile crisis units local to you here in NH – regardless of your phone area code. As with 988, this service is confidential and available 24/7/365.
If you or someone you know are in need of help, please, please, please reach out.