Sexual Assault Help Lines
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
Free, Confidential, 24/7
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center
Free, Confidential, 24/7
1-800-841-8371
Cyber Civil Rights Initiative
If you are a victim of nonconsensual pornography (“NCP”, also known as “revenge porn”), recorded sexual assault (RSA), or sextortion and you reside in the United States, please call the CCRI Crisis Helpline at
844-878-CCRI (2274)
National Sexual Violence Resource Center
Maintains a directory of organizations that list state and territory sexual assault coalitions, victim/survivor support organizations and local communities of color sexual assault organizations.
Help for Teens
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 (24 hours) or Call or Text 988
GLBT National Youth Talk Line: 800-246-7743
Covenant House Nine Line: 800-999-9999
Samaritans “Hey Sam” Peer Text Support Line: Text: 1-877-832-0890
Teen Help: Offers resources and information on topics related to mental health and general teen development and growth — site also it includes a section for parents.
Jed Foundation: Empowers teens and young adults with the skills and support to grow into emotionally healthy adults.
NAMI – National Alliance on Mental Illness: The NAMI HelpLine can be reached Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or info@nami.org
Help for Families
Parents Helping Parents: Parental Stress Line: 800-632-8188 (24 hours)
Samaritans Hotline: 617-247-0220 (24 hours)
Parent to Parent: National organization provides parent-to-parent support as a core resource for families with children who have a special health need, disability, or mental health concern.
Cyberbullying Help Lines
Cyber Civil Rights Initiative: Information and resources for victims of non-consensual pornography (NCP), revenge-porn, and other forms of online abuse. Also includes a roster of attorneys who may be able to offer low pro-bono legal assistance. Crisis Helpline 844-878-2274
High School Bullying Guide: Source: U.S. Career Institute. Tips and resources for victims, parents and student bystanders.
Find a Trusted Adult
Substance Use Help Lines
National Resources
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service (English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Launched a fentanyl resource hub that provides evidence-based information for parents and caregivers
Learn2Cope: Peer led support network for families dealing with addiction and recovery
Take Action!
Get the word out about fentanyl poisoning the U.S. illicit drug supply. Make sure your school district is talking about this.
Check out the DEA One Pill Can Kill campaign
Massachusetts Resources
Needham, MA Parent Alanon Meeting: Mondays 7:00-8:30, https://zoom.us/j/99289460651, Meeting ID: 992 8946 0651, Password: 441337 Dial in: +1 929 205 6099
MA Substance Use Information and Education Help Line: 800-327-5050
Alcoholics Anonymous (Boston): 617-426-9444
Greater Boston Addiction Centers: Help getting started on the road to recovery. 877-926-3034
Support After a Loss From Overdose (SADOD)
- SADOD Quick Guide – Free resources for those grieving and frontline care providers in Massachusetts
- Directory of Grief Support Groups in Massachusetts, including virtual groups.
