Crisis & Immediate Help (24/7 / Hotlines)

Louisiana 988 Helpline — Free, confidential, 24/7 support for suicidal thoughts, mental-health crises, substance use crises, or emotional distress. Call or text 988 (English / Spanish), or chat via Louisiana988.org.

SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline — If someone is dealing with trauma, disaster-related stress, emotional overwhelm (or substance-related crises), call 1-800-985-5990 or text TALKWITHUS to 66746.

National Domestic Violence Hotline — For individuals experiencing domestic violence, intimate-partner abuse, or needing support/escape planning. Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or visit thehotline.org for chat/text.

RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline — For survivors of sexual assault or abuse seeking confidential support, referrals, or counseling resources. Call or chat via RAINN.

*For any immediate danger or urgent emergencies please call 911 or go to your closest emergency room*

Ongoing & Non-Emergency Support for Mental Health, Addiction, Family Help.

Louisiana Department of Health Office of Behavioral Health (OBH) — Provides statewide behavioral health services, including outpatient care, addiction recovery, mental health treatment, and referrals. Residents can call OBH at (225) 342-2540 for info.

NAMI Louisiana — The state affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Offers support, education, and referral services for individuals and families dealing with mental illness.

Substance Use & Addiction Support Helpline — For individuals or families struggling with substance use. Call 1-877-664-2248 (state helpline).

Compulsive Gambling Help Line — For individuals facing gambling issues or family members affected. Call 1-877-770-STOP (7867).

Louisiana 2‑1‑1 — A free, 24/7 referral and information line connecting Louisiana residents to a wide range of health and human services (mental health, housing, food, crisis services, etc.). Dial 211 or visit Louisiana211.org.

Help for Families, Friends & Support-Givers

Sometimes loved ones or friends need support, too. These resources are helpful if you’re concerned about someone or want to support them:

988 Helpline — You can call/text 988 if you are worried about a loved one who may need emotional or crisis support.

NAMI Louisiana — Great for family members seeking education, support groups, or guidance on how to help someone with mental illness.

Support for Addiction or Substance-Use Issues — OBH’s addiction helpline (above) can also be a resource for families worried about a friend or loved one’s substance use.

Community Referral via 2-1-1 — For families needing access to social services (housing, food, mental health, crisis support) beyond counseling. 2-1-1 connects to many local resources.