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Peer support from trans operators for trans and questioning people. You do not need to be in crisis to call.

Monday–Friday, 1pm–9pm Eastern. Scheduled closures and high call volumes may affect availability.

Crisis support for LGBTQ+ young people in the U.S. by phone, text, or online chat.

Free service, 24/7. Message and data rates may apply.

Peer support and local resource referrals for LGBTQ+ people of all ages, including questions about coming out, relationships, and gender identity.

Free service. Monday–Friday, 2pm–11pm; Saturday, noon–5pm Eastern.

Talk with a counselor about emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or mental health and substance use concerns.

Free support, 24/7.

Text with a trained volunteer crisis counselor.

Free service, 24/7. Message and data rates may apply.

Mental health information, peer support and referrals. Not a crisis line.

Monday–Friday, 10am–10pm Eastern, excluding federal holidays.

Find the official application and eligibility information for the state where you worked.

Eligibility and application rules vary by state.

Find local job-search help and employment or training services.

Ask the center which services it offers before visiting.

Job-search tools, career information and training resources.

Training programs have their own costs and eligibility.

Connect with a nonprofit credit counselor to discuss debt and budgeting.

Free and low-cost services. Ask about fees before agreeing to a plan.

Submit a complaint about a financial product or service.

A complaint is not a promise of reimbursement or immediate financial help.

Find a HUD-participating counselor for housing problems.

Foreclosure, eviction and homelessness counseling is free. Other counseling may have fees.

Look for nearby shelter, housing, food and clothing resources.

Contact the provider to confirm hours, eligibility and availability.

Find a local food bank that can connect you with pantries and meal programs.

Check where food is distributed and the current opening hours before going.

See eligibility information and how to apply through your state.

Eligibility depends on household circumstances and current program rules.

Food and nutrition support for eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants and children under five.

Your local WIC program determines eligibility.

Find a health center for care with or without insurance.

Sliding-scale fees; care is not necessarily free.

Look up patient assistance programs for prescription medicines.

Each program sets its own eligibility and assistance rules.

Official help with Medicare coverage, billing and claims.

Insurance costs and coverage vary. This is separate from Medicaid.

Find your state agency to ask about eligibility, apply, or check coverage.

Eligibility and coverage rules vary by state.

Treatment referrals and information for mental health and substance use concerns. This is not counseling.

Free referral service, 24/7, in English and Spanish. Treatment costs vary.

Search for mental health and substance use treatment providers.

Ask providers about costs, insurance, eligibility and openings.

Peer recovery support for people concerned about their drinking.

Peer support; not a medical treatment service.

Peer recovery support for people experiencing drug addiction.

Peer support; not a medical treatment service.

Crisis support for veterans, service members and people who support them. VA enrollment is not required.

Free support, 24/7.

Learn how to find an accredited representative for a VA benefit claim.

Accredited VSO claims help is free. Attorneys and claims agents may charge fees.

Official eligibility and application guidance after a declared disaster.

Help depends on the disaster declaration and your eligibility.

Find disaster support, open shelters and your local Red Cross.

Check current local availability; this is not a shelter reservation.

Find a local LSC-funded legal aid organization for a civil legal problem.

For people who meet local eligibility requirements. Availability varies.

Explore legal aid and lawyer-referral options in your state.

Includes both free legal aid and paid lawyer referrals; ask about fees.

Find local services for older adults and family caregivers.

Ask local providers about service costs and eligibility.

Help reporting financial fraud against someone age 60 or older.

Free help. Monday–Friday, 10am–6pm Eastern.

Christian grief support groups for people grieving a death.

Group or workbook fees may apply; check with the host.

Information and support resources for people bereaved by suicide.

Check any service’s fees before booking. For immediate crisis support, use 988.

Find your local child care resource agency and state assistance information.

Child care costs and assistance eligibility vary. This link is for families generally.

Find local early-childhood programs and ask about enrollment.

Contact the program about eligibility and available places.

Official information about disability benefits and how to apply.

Social Security determines eligibility; this is separate from SSI.

Benefits information for people with limited income and resources who meet disability, blindness or age criteria.

Social Security determines eligibility.

Ask about disability rights and accommodations under the ADA.

Information and guidance; not a promise of legal representation.

Find a local LSC-funded legal aid organization for a civil legal problem.

For people who meet local eligibility requirements. Availability varies.

Christian support groups for separation and divorce.

Groups commonly charge a fee; check the group listing.