Support, Crisis, and Emergency/Urgent Services
Call 988 to be connected to support 24/7
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Call 988 to be connected to support 24/7 〰️
Emergency & Urgent Services
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 988
If you have a medical emergency or are in imminent danger, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
If you are in the Portland, Ore. Metro Area and are experiencing a severe crisis or are at risk of hurting yourself or other people, you may go to:
Unity Center Mental Health ER
Call (503) 944.8000
Walk-in:
1225 NE 2ND AVE
PORTLAND, OR 97232
What to expect when you call a helpline
If this is your first time calling a helpline for help, you may have questions or even feel nervous. That’s ok! Someone will be there to listen and support you. Things to expect:
The person will ask your name and how they can help
They may ask for other personal information to help you, but you don’t have to share
They will keep what you say to themselves
They will listen to you with compassion
They will not judge you or tell you what to do
They may give you ideas about where to find more help or how you can find a counselor
The helpline will not share your information unless there are signs of abuse or neglect or they are worried about harm to yourself or others. Please go to the organization’s website to learn more about their privacy policies.
Crisis helplines
Helplines you can call for support right now.
If you need support, call one of the helplines listed below. A compassionate listener is waiting to help you.
You can also call 988 or 911 in the case of an emergency.