What is 988?
988 is a national network of local contact centers offering free and confidential assistance to people feeling overwhelmed, panicked, or out of control, to experiencing suicidal thoughts or anything in between.
Call 988
Dial 988 and get connected with a trained specialist.
Text 988
When you text 988, you’ll be connected with a trained specialist. Texting is available in both English and Spanish.
Live Chat
Live chat is available on the national 988 website in both English and Spanish.
A safe space to share
Every contact with 988 is to be treated as confidential, share as much or as little as you like. We’ll ask you a few questions, but they’re optional, and they’re only there to get to know you and your situation better. Our texting and live chat services are completely secure, and every interaction with 988 is private and confidential.
Trained specialist
Our trained specialists undergo comprehensive onboarding and are trained to provide you the best possible confidential support.
Know the signs
Recognizing typical signs of emotional distress can help you notice when someone might need support Everyone experiences things differently, but some signs to watch for include:
988 Colorado resources
In order to ensure you have the materials necessary to share this life saving resource with your community we have created print and digital materials that have been developed in collaboration with the community. If you are looking for less immediate care, please refer to the list of resources provided.
Share 988 resources
Here’s our toolkit about spreading the word about 988 services in your community.
Connect with behavioral health care
If you are not in need of immediate care but would like more information about local behavioral health, mental health or substance use care learn more here.