USA Emergency Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for immediate, free, and confidential support 24/7.
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
Emergency Services: Call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room for immediate physical or mental safety risks.
Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255.
Disaster Distress Helpline: Call 1-800-985-5990 for emotional distress related to disasters.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text "HelpLine" to 62640. 
International & Worldwide Resources
Local Emergency Services: In any country, dialing the local equivalent of 911 (e.g., 112 in Europe, 999 in the UK) is the fastest way to get help.

International Crisis Lines:

Find a Helpline: https://findahelpline.com/ allows users to search for free, confidential support by country.
IASP (International Association for Suicide Prevention): https://www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres/ provides a database of crisis centers worldwide.
Befrienders Worldwide: https://www.befrienders.org/ offers emotional support to prevent suicide globally.
International Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (USA/Canada), 85258 (UK), or 50808 (Ireland). 
Steps for Assisting in a Crisis
Ensure Immediate Safety: If the person is in danger, call emergency services (911 or local equivalent).
Connect to Resources: Provide the 988 or local hotline number.
Stay Calm: Listen without judgment and stay with the person until help arrives.
Remove Means: If possible, remove access to harmful items. 
Note: The 988 Lifeline is part of a network of over 200 local, state-funded centers that can provide referrals to local services.