What is Nevada 988?

Nevada 988 is a free call, text and online chat resource for all Nevadans. Nevada 988 is intended for anyone experiencing mental or emotional distress, not only for those in an immediate crisis. Reasons to contact Nevada 988 include being sad, depressed, anxious or lonely, having thoughts of harming yourself or struggling with drug or alcohol use.

Key messages

  • Nevada 988 is here to listen, here to help.
  • Nevada 988 is for anyone, at any time, for any reason.
  • Whether you are in crisis, at risk of self-harm, anxious, depressed, lonely, stressed or struggling with drugs or alcohol, Nevada 988 is here to help.
  • Nevada 988 is for anxiety, depression, crisis, loneliness, despair or stress. It’s for you. Anytime.
  • Nevada 988. No judgment. Just help.
  • Nevada 988 is a no-cost, anonymous service where you can talk to someone about anything causing you emotional distress. Your problems aren’t too small — talk to someone who cares. Right now.
  • Nevada 988 offers skilled, compassionate, 24/7 emotional support for all Nevadans.
  • Nevada 988 offers skilled, confidential emotional and mental health support.
  • Just need someone to talk to? Nevada 988 is here to listen, here to help.
  • If you need help and you’re not sure where to start, Nevada 988 can connect you with local resources and follow-up support.