Crisis Support – Start Here

If you need urgent help, feel unsafe, or are unsure where to start, use this hub to find emergency numbers, helplines, crisis pathways, and support options by location, audience, topic, access need, culture, and community.

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Content & Safety Notice

Important safety information

This hub includes crisis, emergency, and sensitive mental health information. If you are in immediate danger, at risk of harm, or unable to keep yourself safe, contact your local emergency number now or go to your nearest emergency department.

  • New Zealand: 111
  • Australia: 000
  • USA / Canada: 911
  • UK / EU: 999 / 112
How to use this hub

Choose the pathway that fits best

  • Need help now? Start with emergency numbers, crisis links, or immediate support.
  • Looking by place? Use crisis support by location.
  • Looking by person? Use support by audience.
  • Need accessible support? Use accessibility-specific crisis support.

Calm Corner

If you’re feeling overwhelmed right now, try one small step:

  • 60-second reset: 5 things you can see, 4 you can feel, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste.
  • Breathing: In for 4, hold for 2, out for 6. Repeat 3 times.
  • Support script: “Hi, I’m not feeling safe / I’m overwhelmed. I need help finding support options.”
Note: This directory is for general information and navigation. It does not replace professional advice. If you are in immediate danger or risk of harm, call your local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency department.