No matter what you're going through, 988 Utah is here for you.

No one needs to struggle alone. 988 Utah can help you with any emotional or mental struggle you are experiencing. Our trained specialists are here to listen and provide you with the support you need.

What is 988 Utah?

Don’t hesitate to reach out. 988 Utah can help with a wide variety of challenges:

Loneliness
Thoughts of self-harm
Suicidal thoughts
Work stress
Family issues
Grief or loss

Difficult relationships
Fear of becoming invisible
Substance use
Financial stress
Helping someone else

What is 988 Utah?

Don’t hesitate to reach out. 988 Utah can help with a wide variety of challenges:

Loneliness
Thoughts of self-harm
Suicidal thoughts
Work stress
Family issues
Grief or loss

Difficult relationships
Fear of becoming invisible
Substance use
Financial stress
Helping someone else

Over 98% of calls are resolved without emergency services. Crisis workers will only call 911 if your life is in danger.

What happens when you call 988 Utah?

1

An automated message will give you some options: press 0 to talk to someone right away, press 1 if you’re a veteran, or press 2 for Spanish. You can also just stay on the line.

2

You’ll be connected to a trained crisis worker, who will ask you how you’re feeling.

3

Your crisis worker will give you the help, advice, and encouragement you need.

If you’re not comfortable sharing your name, don’t. We’re here to listen.

4

If you need more support, your crisis worker can connect you with resources in your community.

Over 98% of calls are resolved without emergency services. Crisis workers will only call 911 if your life is in danger.

What happens when you call 988 Utah?

1

An automated message will give you some options: press 0 to talk to someone right away, press 1 if you’re a veteran, or press 2 for Spanish. You can also just stay on the line.

2

You’ll be connected to a trained crisis worker, who will ask you how you’re feeling.

3

Your crisis worker will give you the help, advice, and encouragement you need.

If you’re not comfortable sharing your name, don’t. We’re here to listen.

4

If you need more support, your crisis worker can connect you with resources in your community.

Help for you

If you’re struggling, we can help. We have several ways to support you, according to what you need, where you are, and what’s most comfortable for you.

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Someone to talk to

Our certified crisis workers are available to talk whenever you need to via call, text, or chat.

Somewhere safe to go

Crisis receiving centers are safe places you can visit to find professional help, including trained specialists for both adults and youth.

Someone to meet with

Sometimes the best support comes from having someone with you physically, to listen and answer face-to-face. Learn about the ways we can meet and help you where you are.

Learn more about these resources

Spotting the warning signs

Identifying warning signs is the first step towards helping the people around you. Learn what signs to look for in your loved ones and how to respond if you notice them.

How to start the conversation

Speaking with someone about their emotional or mental health struggles can be uncomfortable. Take the first step by reading our recommendations or learning more from a 988 Utah counselor.

Ongoing ways to support

Many emotional or mental health struggles take time to recover from. See how you can help the people you know after an initial conversation, with simple ways to show they’re loved and seen.

Taking care of you matters too

Giving time and energy to help others can leave you feeling drained emotionally. Avoid burnout by checking these helpful tips, so you can better support yourself and others in the future.

Help for someone else

If you’re worried about someone, you’re in the right place. We have advice, resources, and people you can contact so you can support those you care about.

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Learn more about these resources

Help for someone else

If you’re struggling, we can help. We have several ways to support you, according to what you need, where you are, and what’s most comfortable for you.

two persons who are hugging each other while sitting on a bench

Spotting the warning signs

Our certified crisis workers are available to talk whenever you need to via call, text, or chat.

How to start the conversation

Crisis receiving centers are safe places you can visit to find professional help, including trained specialists for both adults and youth.

Ongoing ways to support

Sometimes the best support comes from having someone with you physically, to listen and answer face-to-face. Learn about the ways we can meet and help you where you are.

Taking care of you matters too

Sometimes the best support comes from having someone with you physically, to listen and answer face-to-face. Learn about the ways we can meet and help you where you are.

Learn more about these tips and tools

Support that understands your world

Your experiences are unique — and your support should be, too. We have gathered resources specifically for people like you.