Crisis Help in Connecticut
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 Connecticut.
Connecticut's Own Crisis Lines
CT Mobile Crisis line (EMPS)
Crisis lineAdults 18 and older in emotional distress or a substance use crisis
24/7
Checked 2026-09-26 on mobilecrisisempsct.orgCT 211 crisis line
Crisis lineAnyone in crisis — press 1 for a young person, press 2 for an adult
24/7
Checked 2026-09-26 on portal.ct.gov Shelters in ConnecticutYouth 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 Connecticut'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.