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The fastest way to reach a person is 2-1-1. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988. You can also search for food banks, shelters, bill help and clinics near your ZIP code.

Call 2-1-1

Free, private and open 24/7 in most areas. A local specialist can connect you with food, housing, rent and bill help, child care, rides and more. Or search on the 2-1-1 website.

Call 2-1-1 Visit 211.org (opens in a new tab)

In crisis? Call or text 988

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is free, private and open 24/7. Reach out if you are thinking about suicide, are in emotional distress, or are worried about someone else.

Call 988 Text 988 Chat online (opens in a new tab)

If someone is in danger right now, call 9-1-1.

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Enter your ZIP code to see food banks, shelters, bill help, clinics and more. Results come from Findhelp.org, a free national directory.

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National help lines and directories

Free services you can use from anywhere in the U.S. Each link opens a new tab.

2-1-1Local help for any need, 24/7 (opens in a new tab) 988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineCall, text or chat 988, 24/7 (opens in a new tab) FindTreatment.govMental health and substance use care near you (opens in a new tab) Feeding AmericaFind your local food bank (opens in a new tab) HUD shelter finderEmergency shelter and housing help (opens in a new tab) Find a health centerLow-cost clinics, even without insurance (opens in a new tab) NeedyMedsHelp paying for medicine (opens in a new tab) Findhelp.orgSearch free and low-cost local services (opens in a new tab) USA.gov Benefit FinderFederal benefits you may be able to get (opens in a new tab) CareerOneStopJobs and training, from the U.S. Department of Labor (opens in a new tab) ChildCare.govFind child care and help paying for it (opens in a new tab) Energy bill helpOur guide to LIHEAP

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