Suicide Prevention Hotlines | 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Suicide Prevention Hotlines
Eligibility
No restrictions
Required documents
No documentation required
Hours
Mon-Sun 24 hours
800-273-8255
Voice·
Toll free
988
Voice·
Main Hotline
Website
https://988.ky.gov/Application process
- Call or text 988
- Chat at https://chat.988lifeline.org/
Fees
Free
Service area
All ZIP Codes, KY
Provides a 24-hour hotline that offers free, confidential support to anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, as well as their family members or friends, by connecting those in need with trained crisis counselors.
Last Assured
01/27/2026
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Providing organization
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Provides a 24-hour hotline that offers free, confidential support to anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, as well as their family members or friends, by connecting those in need with trained crisis counselors.