Support and Crisis Resources for Massachusetts and Vermont

If you are feeling unsafe, overwhelmed, or in distress, you are not alone. This page lists crisis and peer support resources that are available 24/7, including options specifically for LGBTQ+ and trans individuals. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, and these trained counselors and peer supporters are ready to listen, support you, and connect you with the care you need.

LGBTQ, Trans & Non-binary Specific Peer Support

  • Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860 peer support Mon-Fri 1pm-9pm

  • LGBT National Hotline: 888-843-4564 Mon-Fri 2pm-11pm, Sat 12pm-5pm peer support

  • Trevor Project: 866-488-7386 or text: START to 678-678 or website chat, 24/7 for ages 13-24

  • National Suicide Crisis Lifeline: 988 call, text, or website chat

  • Samaritans: 877-870-4673 also text or online chat

  • Crisis text line: text HOME to 741741

National Crisis Lines: 24/7

Massachusetts Support & Crisis: hours listed

  • Boston Peer Support Line: 877-733-7563 Mon–Sun, 4pm–8pm

  • Wildflower Peer Support Line: 888-407-4515 Mon-Thurs 7pm-9pm, Fri-Sun 7pm-10pm

  • Mobile Crisis: (877) 382-1609 for in-home immediate help/crisis evaluations

  • Vermont Support Line-(833) 888-2557 call or text, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily

  • Text “VT” to 741741 — Vermont Crisis Text Line

  • Mobile Crisis: Call 988 for VT area specific in-home help/crisis evaluations

Vermont Support & Crisis: hours listed

If feeling actively unsafe or in an emergency you can also always:

  • Go to your local ER and ask to be evaluated

  • Call 911

In an Emergency

About This Page

This resource list is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for medical or psychiatric care. If someone is in crisis, contacting any of the above options connects them to trained professionals or peer support as quickly as possible.