Immediate emergency
911 — For any medical or safety emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Suicide & mental health crisis
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988. Free, confidential, 24/7 support in English and Spanish for people in distress and their loved ones.
Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the U.S. for free, 24/7 crisis counseling.
Veterans
Veterans Crisis Line — Dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255.
Domestic violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline — 1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788.
Substance use
SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for individuals and families facing substance use.
Poison control
Poison Control — 1-800-222-1222.
Local emergency departments (Sarasota area)
Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Doctors Hospital of Sarasota, and other area emergency departments are equipped to handle medical and psychiatric emergencies. If in doubt, call 911 and request transport.