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TXT 4 HELP offered by National Safe Place

Provides a confidential text-for-support service for youth in crisis. This service is intended to assist with issues revolving around abuse, bullying, family problems, depression, and/or suicidal thoughts. Counselors provide support via text messages.

Physical Address

545 South 2nd Street, Louisville, KY 40202

Hours

24 hours per day / 7 days per week

Voice

44357 - text message

Application process

Text "SAFE" and current location (address, city, or state) to "4HELP" (44357) for immediate assistance. Visit website or Text "SAFE" to "4HELP" (44357) to receive a message with the closest Safe Place location. For immediate help, reply with “2chat” to text interactively with a trained counselor.

Fee

None

Eligibility

Ages 0-21

Languages

Spanish

Agency info

National Safe Place

National youth outreach and prevention program for youth in need of immediate health and safety. Safe place locations include libraries, YMCAs, fire stations, public buses, businesses, and social service facilities.