Community Resources
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988 Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis
Phone:988Lifeline ofrece 24/7, servicios gratuitos en español, y no es necesario hablar inglés si usted necesita ayuda.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Phone:988The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the United States
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Arkansas Crisis Center
Phone:(888) 274-7472Confidential and anonymous intervention and counseling and links to resources in the caller's area. Their goal is zero suicides in Arkansas by 2025.
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Child Abuse Hotline-Arkansas
Phone:(844) SAVE-A-Child (728-3224), (800) 482-5964If you suspect child abuse and neglect in Arkansas, call 1-844-SAVE-A-Child (1-844-728-3224)
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Child Abuse Hotline-Oklahoma
Phone:(800) 522-3511If you suspect abuse or neglect in Oklahoma, contact the Oklahoma Child Abuse Hotline at 1-800-522-3511
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Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Phone:(800) 4-A-Child (422-4453)The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is dedicated to the prevention of child abuse. Serving the U.S. and Canada, the hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with professional crisis counselors. Assistance is offered in over 170 languages. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls are confidential.
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Crisis Text Line
Anyone who is feeling depressed or suicidal can text HOME to 741741. A crisis worker will text back immediately and offer support and assistance by text.
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LGBT National Hotline
Phone:(888) 843-4564Telephone, email, and online support for all ages about coming out issues, gender identity, relationship concerns, bullying, workplace issues, HIV/AIDS anxiety and safer sex information, and more. They also maintain a 15,000-resource database.
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LGBT National Senior Hotline
Phone:(888) 243-7243Telephone support as well as factual information and referrals to local sources for seniors. Provides seniors the ability to talk with trained peer support volunteers about issues including isolation, relationship concerns, bullying, family concerns, HIV/AIDS, and more. The hotline offers a caring, non-judgmental person to talk with.
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LGBT National Youth Hotline
Phone:(800) 246-7743Telephone, email, and online support for teens and young adults up to age 25 about coming out issues, gender identity, relationship concerns, parent issues, school problems, HIV/AIDS anxiety and safer sex information, and more. They also maintain a 15,000-resource database.
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loveisrespect (National Dating Abuse Hotline)
Phone:(866) 331-9474 or Text LOVEIS to 22522Highly-trained advocates offer support, information, and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships. They also provide information and support to concerned friends and family members, teachers, counselors, service providers, and members of law enforcement. Free and confidential phone, live chat, and texting services are available 24/7/365.
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NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Health) HelpLine
Phone:(800) 950-6264 or text Helpline to 62640HelpLine staff and volunteers answer questions about mental health issues. Available 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays.
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National Center For Missing & Exploited Children
Phone:(800) THE-LOST (843-5678)The nation's clearinghouse and comprehensive reporting center for all issues related to the prevention of and recovery from child victimization, abuse, abduction, and exploitation.
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National Council on Problem Gambling Helpline
Phone:Call or Text (800) 522-4700A single access point for those seeking help for a gambling problem. Calls are confidential and the hotline is open 24/7.
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National Domestic Violence Hotline
Phone:(800) 799-SAFE (7233) TTY (800) 787-3224Highly trained advocates are available 24/7/365 to talk confidentially with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.
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National Drug Helpline
Phone:(844) 289-0879The National Drug Helpline offers 24/7 drug and alcohol help to those struggling with addiction and seeking information regarding treatment and recovery.
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National Human Trafficking Hotline
Phone:(888) 373-7888 or text 233733The National Human Trafficking Hotline is a national anti-trafficking hotline serving victims and survivors of human trafficking and the anti-trafficking community in the United States. The hotline is available 24/7/365 in over 200 languages.
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National Runaway Safeline
Phone:(800) RUNAWAY (786-2929)The National Runaway Safeline is ready to listen to anyone who is thinking of running away or already has run away. Services are confidential and nonjudgemental.
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NEDA (National Eating Disorders Association) Helpline
Phone:(800) 931-2237 or text NEDA to 741741THE NEDA Helpline offers support, resources, and information on treatment options for eating disorders for individuals and their loved ones. is available Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT.
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OptionLine
Phone:Text HELPLINE to 313131 or call (800) 712-4357OptionLine offers free, confidential help and information about pregnancy signs and symptoms, information on options, and referral to local assistance.
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RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline
Phone:(800) 656-HOPE (4673)RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. They created and operate the free National Sexual Assault Hotline in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country. The hotline is available 24/7 and calls are confidential.
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S.A.F.E. Alternatives (National Self-Injury Hotline)
Phone:(800) DON’T-CUT (366-8288)S.A.F.E. Alternatives is a nationally recognized treatment approach, professional network, and educational resource base, committed to helping individuals achieve an end to self-injurious behavior.
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Safe School Helpline
Phone:(800) 41-VOICE (418-6423) Ext 359 or text TIPS to 66746Use the Safe School Helpline to report threats of violence, depression, and illegal activity that could harm children in Fort Smith Public Schools. Calls are private, confidential, and anonymous. Available 24/7.
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SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) Helpline
Phone:(800) 662-HELP (4357) TTY (800) 487-4889SAMHSA’s Helpline is a confidential, free, 24/7/365 service for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. They provide referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also request free publications and other information. English and Spanish is available.
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Teen Line
Phone:Text TEEN to 839863 or call (800) 852-8336Teen Line is a confidential hotline for teens who want to talk to other teens who understand. Teen Line is available every night from 8 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. (CST).
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Trans Lifeline
Phone:(877) 565-8860Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education. Our vision is to fight the epidemic of trans suicide and improve overall life-outcomes of trans people by facilitating justice-oriented, collective community aid. Need to talk? Call! Our peer support hotline is run by and for trans people. We’re available 9 a.m.-4 a.m. CST. Volunteers may be available during off hours.
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Trevor Project TrevorLifeline
Phone:(866) 488-7386 or Text START to 678678The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. TrevorLifeline is available 24/7. Trevor Text is available Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.