About DC Crisis Services (988 & DBH)
Free 24/7 crisis support through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). Call or text 988 for immediate help. DC also operates Access HelpLine for mental health and substance use crises, mobile crisis teams, and crisis stabilization centers. No insurance needed.
How to Apply in District of Columbia
- Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7)
- Call DC Access HelpLine at 1-888-793-4357 for mental health/substance use crisis
- Text "HELLO" to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line
- Mobile crisis teams can come to you — request through 988 or Access HelpLine
- Walk in to a crisis stabilization center (no appointment needed)
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 988
Official website: dbh.dc.gov/service/access-helpline
See Everything You Qualify For in District of Columbia
DC Crisis Services (988 & DBH) is one of many programs you may be eligible for. Beneify screens your household against the full program list — free, private, about 3 minutes.
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How much is DC Crisis Services (988 & DBH) worth?
DC Crisis Services (988 & DBH): Free 24/7 crisis support.
DC Crisis Services (988 & DBH): Free 24/7 crisis support.
How do I apply for DC Crisis Services (988 & DBH) in District of Columbia?
To apply: Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7). Call DC Access HelpLine at 1-888-793-4357 for mental health/substance use crisis. Text "HELLO" to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line. You can also call 988. Official website: https://dbh.dc.gov/service/access-helpline
To apply: Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7). Call DC Access HelpLine at 1-888-793-4357 for mental health/substance use crisis. Text "HELLO" to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line. You can also call 988. Official website: https://dbh.dc.gov/service/access-helpline
Who qualifies for DC Crisis Services (988 & DBH)?
Free 24/7 crisis support through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). Call or text 988 for immediate help. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Free 24/7 crisis support through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). Call or text 988 for immediate help. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.