New Jersey Hopeline - Suicide & Crisis Support
About This Group
The New Jersey Hopeline provides free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or mental health crises. Available by phone, text, and online chat, the Hopeline connects New Jersey residents with trained crisis counselors who provide immediate support, safety planning, and referrals to local mental health services. The Hopeline serves as a critical lifeline for those in their darkest moments.
What to Expect
When you contact the NJ Hopeline, you will be connected with a trained crisis counselor who will listen without judgment and help you work through your immediate crisis. Counselors are skilled in de-escalation, safety planning, and connecting callers with appropriate resources. The service is completely confidential. You can also reach out via text through the Crisis Text Line by texting 741741. Online chat is available through the NJ Department of Health website.
About the New Jersey Hopeline
The New Jersey Hopeline is operated in partnership with the New Jersey Department of Health to provide accessible, around-the-clock crisis support to all New Jersey residents. The service complements the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline with state-specific resources and referrals.
Meeting Details
Schedule: 24/7, 365 days a year
Format: Phone, text, and online chat
Access: Call (855) 654-6735; Text 741741; Online chat through NJ Department of Health website
Who This Group Is For
The NJ Hopeline is available to anyone in New Jersey experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or a mental health crisis, as well as individuals concerned about someone else who may be in crisis.
Contact Information
Phone: (855) 654-6735
Crisis Text Line: Text 741741
Website: njhopeline.com
National 988 Lifeline: Dial or text 988
Additional Information
Cost: Completely free.
Registration: No registration needed — call, text, or chat anytime you need support.
Confidentiality: All contacts with the Hopeline are confidential.
Disclaimer: This listing is provided for informational purposes only. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. The NJ Hopeline and 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline are available 24/7 for crisis support.