Sometimes life can difficult. We want talk. Not be judged. Call a friend at The Samaritans 401.272.4044 or 1.800.365.4044
In case of a true suicide emergency, call 911 instead of our Hotline/Listening line.
If you live in the USA and are concerned about a suicide emergency anywhere in the USA:
- Call YOUR local 911 from your cell phone or landline and ASK FOR ADVICE. Your local 911 will be able to connect with other 911’s in the country.
If you live outside the USA and are reading this from another country:
- Call your local police and ask for advice.
- Visit Befrienders Worldwide for international suicide prevention befriending listening lines.
For additional help within Rhode Island:
- Call the RI State Police (401)-444-1000 who can coordinate with RI E-911 and local municipalities.
- Call your your Primary Care doctor and/or your behavioral health provider directly and ask for advice.
- Contact BH Link (dial 988) for a walk-in assessment, treatment or referral
Non-emergency? Need to Talk? Call any member of Samaritans USA.
Hopeless? Need to talk? Learn more here.
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PLEASE NOTE: In Rhode Island, as we adhere to social distancing advisories and requests to stay home we will continue to provide Hotline/Listening Line support on a limited and sporadic basis. We are extremely grateful for our volunteer Hotline/Listening Line workers who are able to continue to answer our callers!
Suicide Prevention Resources for Rhode Island Residents
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