People facing a mental health crisis can now dial 988 to connect to support.
The change is part of a nationwide effort to transition the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to a phone number people can more easily remember and access in times of crisis.
The shift also includes an online chat feature and new texting option.
The new 988 dialing code will serve as a universal entry point, so people can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help regardless of where they live.
Anyone can dial or text 988 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to reach crisis support or to use an online chat feature to connect with crisis support.
People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
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