Urgent support
Crisis help
If you are in danger right now, call your local emergency number. If you are struggling and need to talk, these free lines are open day and night.
| Country | Crisis line | Emergency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988, 24/7 | 911 |
| Canada | 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: call or text 988, 24/7, English or French | 911 |
| United Kingdom | Samaritans: call 116 123 free, 24/7 | 999 |
| Ireland | Samaritans Ireland: call 116 123 free, 24/7 | 112 or 999 |
| Australia | Lifeline: call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14, 24/7 | 000 |
| New Zealand | 1737, Need to Talk?: call or text 1737 free, 24/7 | 111 |
| European Union | Emergency services: call 112 | 112 |
Somewhere else? Find A Helpline lists free services in many more countries.
You do not have to be suicidal to call. These services are for anyone who is overwhelmed, frightened or worried about someone else.
Numbers checked against each service's official website on 26 October 2026. Wise Movement is not a crisis service and cannot respond to emergencies by email.