988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Maryland)

Mental Health · Maryland · Free

Call or text 988 for free, confidential crisis support 24/7. Maryland calls are routed to local crisis centers staffed by trained counselors who can help with suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, substance use crises, and mental health emergencies. Serves any Maryland resident of any age, with Spanish and other language support available. Counselors can provide coping strategies, safety planning, and warm handoffs to local services including mobile crisis teams in Maryland jurisdictions.

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Address: Statewide

Phone: 988

Hours: 24/7

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