Texas community resource
1-800-RUNAWAY Crisis Services
National Runaway Safeline
Free, confidential, 24/7 phone, text, chat, and email support helps youth in crisis explore options, make a plan, and stay safe.
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How to get help
Call or text 800-786-2929, use live chat, or send an email through the official Get Help page. The published vanity number is 1-800-RUNAWAY. Use the hotline or live chat for a more immediate connection; the forum is not intended for emergencies.
Who this service helps
Youth and teenagers in crisis, along with caregivers, concerned adults, and service providers seeking youth-related support or resources in the United States.
Where this service is available
Service area: Nationwide crisis support for youth, caregivers, and service providers, including all eight assigned East Texas counties.
A service area describes where help is offered or who may be served. It is not necessarily the organization’s physical location.
Cost / fees
Free; there is no charge for contacting the Safeline or accessing its online resources.
About this service
National Runaway Safeline Crisis Services connects people with trained staff or volunteers who listen without judgment, help them explore options, support safety planning, and assist with access to local and national resources. The service also offers a youth resource database and an online forum, though the forum is not monitored in real time.
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