Rhode Island Addiction Hotlines and Text Helpline Number
Lifelines for Urgent Support in Rhode Island
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – 988
Available via call or text, the 988 Lifeline is available 24/7. You can reach out to this support network if you are experiencing emotional distress, thoughts or plans of suicide, or if would like more information about what to do if you develop thoughts related to self-harm or suicide.
Crisis Text Line – Text “HOME” to 741741
The Crisis Text Line offers 24/7 text support. A trained Crisis Counselor is available to receive and respond to texts from a secure online platform.
Poison Control – 1-800-222-1222
This anonymous and free helpline is available 24/7 to give you guidance and resources if you believe you or someone you know is at risk of poisoning. If you suspect an overdose, call 911.
Addiction Helplines in Rhode Island
Boys Town National Hotline – 1-800-448-3000
The Boys Town National Hotline is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to provide resources for individuals and families struggling with behavioral health, medical issues, and substance use. They can also help identify the appropriate services for those in crisis due to abuse, bullying, self-harm, or suicidal thoughts.
Crisis Text Line – Text “HOME” to 741741
The Crisis Text Line offers text support around the clock from trained Crisis Counselors.
Mental Health Association of Rhode Island – 1-401-726-2285
The Mental Health Association of Rhode Island can provide information if you or someone you love is going through a mental health or substance use crisis. They also have a 24/7 triage center located at 975 Waterman Avenue in East Providence, Rhode Island.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Helpline – 1-800-950-6264
The Rhode Island Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) offers a community of support, information, and referrals for those suffering from mental illness. The NAMI Helpline is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST Monday to Friday.
National Runaway Safeline – 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929)
The National Runaway Safeline is open 24/7 to help youths and teens in crisis, as well as concerned adults.
National Suicide Prevention – 1-800-273-8255
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is open 24/7 for people experiencing emotional distress or suicidal crisis. Beginning July 16th, 2022, dialing 988 will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline as well.
Poison Control – 1-800-222-1222
Poison Control can help guide you through what to do if you suspect poisoning of any kind.
Recovery and Hope Hotline – 1-401-404-LINK (5465)
The Recovery and Hope Hotline connects people with licensed chemical dependency counselors who can offer support and referrals for people struggling with opioid use disorder treatment services.
Rhode Island Smoker’s Quit Line – 1-800-QUITNOW (784-8669)
The Rhode Island Smoker’s Quit Line is a free service that provides personal tobacco cessation support by trained coaches.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides treatment referrals and information 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. SAMHSA services are available in English and Spanish.
The University of Rhode Island Counseling Center – 1-401-874-2288
The counseling center is available to students in crisis. Their regular business hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST Monday to Friday. After hours, the number will connect callers with additional support services.
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