Who to call right now
Free lines for a crisis or for help finding treatment.
The short answer
If someone may be overdosing or is in danger, call 911. If you are in crisis or thinking about hurting yourself, call or text 988.
If you think someone is overdosing
Call 911. If you have naloxone (Narcan), give it, and stay with the person until help comes. Signs of an opioid overdose include slow or stopped breathing, blue lips, and not waking up.
If you want to talk to someone
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988, any time. Veterans can press 1.
SAMHSA National Helpline. 1-800-662-4357. Free, private treatment referral, open all day and night, in English and Spanish.
Dallas County Overdose Prevention Hotline. (214) 590-4000, 7am to 11pm daily, in English and Spanish. It can discuss treatment options and give referrals. It is not for emergencies.
OSAR for Dallas County. 844-275-0600. Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral, run by North Texas Behavioral Health Authority. A good first call if you do not have insurance.
If you are ready to look at programs
See the list of Dallas programs, or read about the types of care. Each program answers its own phone.
What to have ready when you call
- What is being used, and how much?
- When was the last use?
- Do you have insurance?
- Is anyone in danger?
Common questions
Do I have to give my name?
Ask the line you are calling how they handle your information. The SAMHSA Helpline says it does not ask for personal information.
What if I do not have insurance?
Call OSAR at 844-275-0600 or read about free and nonprofit programs.
Can I call for someone else?
Yes. Families can call any of these lines. See helping a family member.
Can this website help me directly?
No. This site is a guide and is not staffed for crisis support. Please use the numbers on this page.
