Get Help
You don't have to face this alone.
If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out now. These services are free, confidential, and available to young people and families. MacLift Foundation is not a crisis service, but these trusted lines are ready to help any time.
If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
| Service | How to reach them | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org (24/7) | 24/7 |
| Crisis Text Line | Text HOME to 741741 (24/7) | 24/7 |
| The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ young people) | Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678 (24/7) | 24/7 |
| California Youth Crisis Line (ages 12 24 and families) | Call 1-800-843-5200 (call for availability) | call for availability |
| Teen Line (teens talking with trained teens) | Call 1-800-852-8336 or text TEEN to 839863 (evenings, see teenline.org) | evenings, see teenline.org |
For parents and caregivers
If your child talks about wanting to die or hurt themselves, take it seriously. Stay with them, remove access to anything they could use to hurt themselves, and call or text 988 together. You can also contact your child's doctor or school counselor.
Numbers last verified October 2026.