Crisis Response
If you or someone you know is experiencing a life threatening emergency, tell a trusted adult and/or call 911!
Warmlines & Hotlines
Hotline (24/7 ) - call or text 988
Hotline (24/7) - 1-800-662-4357
Crisis Line (24/7) - 800-561-6944
Community-Based Emergency Mental & Behavioral Health Services
Individuals that present as a danger to themselves (DTS) or others (DTO), or if they are “gravely disabled” (GD), meaning they cannot provide for their own food, clothing, or shelter may require community-based intensive behavioral health supports. Note: An emergency mental health screening completed by medical and/or clinical professional is required to determine this level of care.
Agencies that Screen For Emergency Behavioral Health Services:
Rady's Children’s Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Services (CAPS)
For additional resources, contact 211 or San Diego Access & Crisis Hotline (1-888-724-7240)
Note: Health Insurance Recipients - Be sure to check the information on the back of your insurance card for directions related to behavioral and mental health services.