Sometimes it feels like life is out of control.   When your problems are bigger than homework and prom dates it can be hard to know where to turn. You don't have to face it alone.  For real help fast call one of these hotlines for free.

Not sure who to call?  Dial 211 and First Call for Help will connect you to the services you need.

Cleveland Metropolitan School District Safe Schools Hotline
Report anything that might make school unsafe 24/7.
Call  (216) 771-SAFE (216-771-7233) 
 
Hope Line Suicide Prevention
www.hopeline.com
If you or someone you know have thought about suicide there is help available 24/7
Call 1-800-442-HOPE (1-800-442-4673)
For help in Spanish call 1-800-SUICIDA (1-800-442-4673) 
 
The Trevor Project
www.thetrevorproject.org
24/7 crisis and suicide prevention helpline for LGBTQ youth. If you or a friend are feeling lost or alone, call The Trevor Helpline.
Call 1-866- 4-U-TREVOR  (1-866-488-7386) 
 
The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)
www.rainn.org
Help and support for victims of rape and sexual abuse.
Call 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673) 
 
Covenant House
www.covenanthouse.org/nineline
If you or a friend are coping with lack of food, clothing, housing, employment or trouble at school talk to someone who can help 24/7.
Call: 1-800-999-9999 
 
National Domestic Violence Hotline
www.ndvh.org
Provides information about shelters and service providers for victims of domestic abuse. The hotline operates 24 hours a day in over 150 languages.
Call 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233) 
 
National Drug Information Treatment and Referral Hotline
Information, support, treatment options and referrals to local rehab centers for any drug or alcohol problem.
Call 1-800-662-HELP (1-800-662-4357)