Orange County Crisis Prevention Hotline
Crisis Prevention Hotline provides toll-free, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year, confidential,
culturally and linguistically appropriate, over-the-phone suicide prevention services to anyone, who is in
crisis or experiencing suicidal thoughts. Call 1-877-727-4747 *Please note: may take a moment to connect
Orange County Behavioral Health Referrals
The OC Links Information and Referral Line provides telephone and online support for anyone seeking
information or linkage to any of the Health Care Agency's Behavioral Health Services. These services include
children and adult mental health, alcohol and drug inpatient and outpatient, crisis programs, and
prevention and early intervention services. Trained Navigators provide information, referral, and linkage
directly to programs that meet the needs of callers. Call 855-OC-LINKS (855-625-4657)
TDD (Telecommunications Device for the Deaf) Number: 714-834-2332 Available 8 am - 6 pm M-F
*Leave name and number and they will get back to you
Orange County 211
2-1-1 Orange County runs a comprehensive information and referral system that provides a resource
database of health and human services and support, accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week online and
through our multilingual hotline, connecting people quickly and effectively to existing programs and
disaster response information. Some resources include housing, job placement, food, and health insurance,
where to find a community clinic, dental care, immunizations, prescription assistance, homeless shelters,
elder and childcare, legal services and other resources offered by local nonprofits and government
agencies. Just dial 2-1-1 *Hold times may be longer than usual. Visit their website here
https://www.211oc.org/
NAMI OC WarmLine
The NAMI OC WarmLine is a free and confidential telephone service providing emotional support and
resources to Orange County residents. If you, a family member, or a loved one are experiencing mental
health concerns, substance abuse, loneliness or are in need of community resources, The WarmLine is for
you! Call or text: (714) 991-6412 Toll Free 877-910-9276. Times: 9 a.m. - 3 a.m. (Mon. - Fri.) & 10 a.m. - 3
a.m. (Sat. - Sun.) or visit their website at https://www.namioc.org/
Crisis Assessment Team (CAT)
The Crisis Assessment Team (CAT) provides 24-hour mobile response services to adults and minors
experiencing a behavioral health crisis in Orange County. Staff members receive calls to provide crisis
intervention to individuals living with mental health issues from law enforcement officers in the field, social
services agencies, and concerned family members. CAT conducts risk assessments, initiates involuntary
hospitalizations when necessary, provides resources and linkage, and conducts follow-up contacts for
individuals assessed. Call (866) 830-6011
Other Crisis Resources
Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information
via a medium people already use and trust: text. Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a
trained Crisis Counselor. Text HOME to 741741 or visit their website here https://www.crisistextline.org/
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in
distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Call 1-800-273-8255 or visit their website here https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
The Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ+)
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention
services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. Our
trained counselors are here to support you 24/7. If you are a young person in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in
need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk, call the Trevor Lifeline now. Call 1-866-488-7386 or Text
START to 678678 or visit their website here https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
Didi Hirsch
Suicide Prevention Crisis Line is a leading member of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-
8255. We are one of two centers in the national network with English- and Spanish-speaking crisis
counselors 24/7. We also have Korean-speaking counselors during peak evening hours at 877-727-4747. For
crisis chat and other resources, visit https://didihirsch.org/services/suicide-prevention/crisis-services/
National Association of School Psychologists
This resource gives guidance on how we can best respond to the very real concerns surrounding COVID-19
to help reduce anxiety in children and families. This resource includes information on: how adults can talk
with children about their fears, positive preventive measures, and things we can do to help model an
appropriate response to our concerns and give them a sense of some control over their risk of infection to
help reduce anxiety. Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network
Provides information for parents and caregivers about infectious disease outbreaks in your community.
Knowing important information about the outbreak and learning how to be prepared can reduce stress and
help calm likely anxieties. This resource will help parents and caregivers think about how an infectious
disease outbreak might affect their family— both physically and emotionally—and what they can do to help
their family cope. Parent/ Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope with Coronavirus Disease
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List compiled by Stephanie Loscko, MSW, PPSC, Crisis Response Network Program Specialist at OCDE
Contact email: sloscko@ocde.us
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