Crisis Help in Ohio
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 Ohio.
Ohio's Own Crisis Lines
Ohio CareLine
Crisis lineAnyone in Ohio who needs behavioral health help or someone to talk to
24/7
Checked 2026-09-26 on ohiocares.ohio.govOhio Crisis Text Line
Crisis lineAnyone in Ohio who would rather text than talk
24/7
Checked 2026-09-26 on dbh.ohio.gov Shelters in OhioYouth 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 Ohio'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.