Crisis Help in California
Tap any number to call it. Every line here is free and confidential, and you do not need a parent, a social worker or an account to use it. If you are in danger right now, call 911.
Any Crisis, Any Time: Call or Text 988
Free, confidential, 24/7. Answered in California.
California's Own Crisis Lines
Teen Line
Crisis lineFor YouthTeens, and anyone who calls about a teen — answered by trained teen listeners
Calls 6 PM – 10 PM, texts 6 PM – 9 PM Pacific time (988 is 24/7)
Checked 2026-09-26 on teenline.orgCalHOPE Warm Line
Peer supportAnyone in California who needs to talk to someone — peer-run emotional support
24/7
Checked 2026-09-26 on calhope.orgCalHOPE Warm Line (Spanish)
Peer supportSpanish-speaking callers in California
24/7
Checked 2026-09-26 on calhope.org Shelters in CaliforniaYouth shelters and emergency beds near you.Crisis Help, Starting at HomeType a ZIP code and see what is closest to you.
Numbers were last checked against California's own website on 2026-09-26. Crisis lines change hands sometimes — if a number here is not working, call 988 and someone will still take your call.