Free Resources
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Every resource on this page is free. Most are confidential and open 24/7. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
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In Crisis Right Now
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Thoughts of suicide, emotional distress, or any mental-health crisis. 24/7.
Call988
Text988
Veterans Crisis Line
Veterans, service members, and their families. 24/7.
Call988, then press 1
Text838255
Sexual Violence & Abuse
RAINN
National Sexual Assault Hotline. Free, confidential, 24/7, English and Spanish.
TextHOPE to 64673
Webrainn.org
Childhelp
National Child Abuse Hotline, for children, adult survivors, and concerned adults. 24/7.
Call1-800-422-4453
NJ Sexual Violence Hotline
NJ Coalition Against Sexual Assault. Statewide, 24/7.
Call1-800-601-7200
Webnjcasa.org
Avanzar (Atlantic County)
Local sexual assault and domestic violence services.
Call1-800-286-4184
Text609-569-5437
Domestic & Dating Violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Safety planning, support, and shelter referrals. 24/7.
TextSTART to 88788
love is respect
Dating abuse support for young people and anyone in an unhealthy relationship.
Call1-866-331-9474
TextLOVEIS to 22522
StrongHearts Native Helpline
Domestic and sexual violence support for Native Americans.
Call1-844-762-8483
Mental Health
NAMI HelpLine
Information, referrals, and free support groups. Mon–Fri, 10am–10pm ET.
TextNAMI to 62640
Webnami.org
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Pregnant and new moms. Call or text, 24/7.
Call/Text1-833-TLC-MAMA (852-6262)
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Free helpline staffed by licensed therapists.
Call1-866-662-1235
Disaster Distress Helpline
Emotional distress after a disaster or traumatic event. 24/7.
Call/Text1-800-985-5990
Websamhsa.gov
LGBTQ+ Support
The Trevor Project
Crisis support for LGBTQ+ young people. 24/7.
Call1-866-488-7386
TextSTART to 678-678
Addiction & Recovery
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referrals for substance use and mental health. Free, 24/7.
1-800-GAMBLER
Problem gambling help, Council on Compulsive Gambling of NJ. Call or text, 24/7.
Call/Text1-800-GAMBLER (426-2537)
Free Recovery Groups
Free peer meetings, in person and online. Al-Anon is for families and friends.
AAaa.org
NAna.org
SMARTsmartrecovery.org
Webal-anon.org
Legal & Practical Help
VictimConnect
Help for victims of any crime: rights, options, and local services.
Call/Text1-855-484-2846
Give Where It Counts
If you want to give back, these nonprofits run or support the services above. Before giving anywhere, look the organization up on Charity Navigator or Candid (GuideStar) to confirm it is a registered nonprofit. Local shelters, like Avanzar, often need items as much as money, so call and ask what they need.
Last updated October 2026. Services change, so check the organization's site if a number doesn't connect. The Survivor's Method™ is not affiliated with these organizations, and listing them is not an endorsement. This page is not a substitute for professional care.