New Jersey Crisis Resources

Alma is not an emergency service. If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs immediate help, please use the list of resources below. Caring professionals are available to provide you with support and understanding.

24-Hour Hotlines

Organization Name

Service Type

Contact Information

Services offered: Free, 24/7 help for those who are in crisis or experiencing distress. 

Who they serve: Anyone.

For more national resources, see National Crisis Resources.

Call or text 988 to reach a live representative

Access Line

For individuals experiencing substance use crisis.


Service: A crisis line for 24/7 access to substance use treatment, including detox and transportation.

Call: 1-800-563-4086

Caring Contact

For individuals experiencing mental health crisis or who need mental health support. 


Service; 24-hour crisis hotline with trained volunteers

Call: 1-908-232-2880

New Jersey Hopeline

For individuals experiencing mental health crisis or suicidality. 



Service: 24-hour mental health crisis hotline.

Call: 1-855-654-6735

 

CONTACT of Mercer County

For individuals experiencing mental health crisis or suicidality in Mercer County.



Service: mental health crisis hotline.

Call: 1-609-896-2120

 

 

CONTACT of Burlington County

For individuals experiencing mental health crisis or suicidality in Burlington County.



Service: mental health crisis hotline.

Call: 1-856-234-5484

 

Other Resources

Organization Name

Service Type

Contact Information

Mental Health Association of NJ

Individuals who need emotional support related to issues surrounding COVID-19 and other mental health concerns.


Service: Behavioral health information and referrals. 

Call: 1-866-202-4357

Children’s Mobile Response and Stabilization Services

Children and adolescents experiencing mental health crises serving Middlesex and Essex counties.


Service: Immediate crisis intervention, stabilization, and referrals.

Call: 1-877-652-7624




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