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National Helpline | Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

5600 Fishers Ln, Rockville, MD 20857

Eligibility

Open to the public

Required documents

Call for information

Hours

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Interpretation services

English, Spanish

Application process

Call the helpline to access the service.

Service area

United States

Description

Provides a free, confidential, information service for individuals and family members facing mental health and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.

Providing organization

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Leads Federal efforts to treat mental illnesses by promoting mental health and by preventing the development or worsening of mental illness when possible. Congress created CMHS to bring new hope to adults who have serious mental illnesses and to children with serious emotional disorders.