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LGBTQ Resources: Crisis Resources

Resources and information for LGBTQ+ individuals, family members, and allies.

LGBTQ Crisis Hotlines

Effective July 17, 2025, the National Suicide Prevention Hotline will no longer offer specialized services to LGBTQ callers. The Trevor Project and other LGBTQ+ specialized crisis hotlines will still be available even if they are no longer connected to the 988 Hotline. The National Suicide Prevention Hotline can still be utilized for general crisis needs by calling 988.

  • The Trevor Project provides counseling services, information, and resources for LGBTQ people and those trying to help them. Their focus is on young LGBTQ individuals between the ages of 13 and 24. The Trevor Project provides free, confidential help via chat, phone, or text 24/7.  Find more information on their website, text the word START to 678-678, or call 1-866-488-7386.  

  • The Trans Lifeline offers peer support to transgender individuals by trans people. The Trans Lifeline exists to provide peer support and counseling. It operates 24/7 and you can call when you are in crisis, or if you just want someone to talk to who understands.  Access their website for more information or call 877-565-8860 to chat with somebody now.   

  • The LGBT National Hotline provides free and confidential support for LGBTQIA+ individuals seeking peer support, information, and local resources. In addition to a national toll-free hotline, the LGBT National Help Center offers an Online Peer Support Chat program and moderated chatrooms for LGBTQIA+ youth. Learn more by accessing their website or call 888-843-4564. For the LGBT National Youth Hotline, call 800-246-7743.

General Crisis Resources

The resources listed below are general crisis and suicide prevention resources. They are not specific to the LGBTQ community, but they are LGBTQ+ inclusive. 

  • Colorado Crisis Services has help available 24/7, 365 days a year.  They provide support and counseling for you and your loved ones on a variety of topics. Visit them online, text the word TALK to 38255, or call 1-844-493-8225.  All phones that call “998” from phone numbers with a Colorado area code will be routed to Colorado Crisis Services. 

  • The Rocky Mountain Crisis Center offers a crisis hotline or option to communicate via text message.  Dial 844-493-8255 to call the hotline or text 'TALK' to 38255.  When calling the hotline, press the asterisk button to reach informed peer support.  To find more information, visit their website.   

  • Postvention Alliance provides training, education, and support for suicidal thinking or behavior for oneself, loved ones, and those who suffered a loss due to suicide.  Find more information by visiting the Postvention Alliance website.  

  • The Second Wind Fund can cover the expense of mental health treatment for children and youth, 19 years of age and younger, who are at risk for suicide and do not have the means or insurance for treatment.  Licensed therapists can provide twelve or more free sessions.  Learn more by visiting their website.  

  • Suicide Prevention Coalition of Mesa County offers free training for Mesa County community members to provide skills for suicide prevention, mental health and substance use challenges, and suicide intervention.  For those in immediate need, they also provide a list of local crisis resources. Visit their website for more information.