What this is
Trained counselors answer calls and texts in English and Spanish around the clock.
Houston neighbors can reach professional mental health support anytime, completely private and free. No insurance required.
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline connects people facing mental health struggles with trained counselors who listen without judgment. Whether someone feels suicidal, deals with depression or anxiety, struggles with addiction, or needs to talk through relationship problems, counselors help work through whatever brings them to call. The service also supports people worried about friends or family members.
Key details
- Call or text: 988
- Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week
- Cost: Free
- Languages: English & Spanish
About Harris Health System
Harris Health System provides health care to Harris County residents regardless of their ability to pay. We operate Ben Taub Hospital, LBJ Hospital, and a network of community health centers across Houston. From primary …
Visit website →Where it reaches
The service reaches the Astrodome Area and ZIP code 77054 in Houston, operated through Harris Health System.
- Address
- 2525 Holly Hall, 77054
- Neighborhood
- In Astrodome Area
- District
- City Council · District K
- Phone
- 713-634-1000
This and 7 more nearby in Our Health — tap a dot to open it.
Why it matters
Mental health challenges affect many Houston neighbors, and professional support can make the difference during difficult moments. Having free, private access to trained counselors means no one has to face crisis alone, whether dealing with their own struggles or helping someone they care about.
How to get this
Call or text 988 from any phone, or visit 988lifeline.org to chat online. Spanish speakers can access text and chat services in their language.
All conversations stay completely private and cost nothing.
When you call, you can say: “Hi, I saw "Mental health crisis line — call or text 988" on Community Exchange and want to know how to take part.”
Connections
1 connection — tap a node to open it.
By the numbers
Connections1
Nearby in Our Health7
NeighborhoodAstrodome Area
Led byHarris Health System
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