Below is a list of places you can call for assistance, to talk or ask questions. You do not have to be in a crisis situation to call. You may have questions about your own experiences, or you may want ideas on how to help a friend or family member. In New Hampshire there is a law that says abuse against a minor (someone under the age of 18) must be reported to a child protective service agency. Keep in mind that crisis lines do not require you to give your name.

Note: Relay New Hampshire is a telecommunications relay service that provides full telephone accessibility to people who are deaf, hard of hearing or speech disabled. To access it call 1-800-735-2964 (TTY/VOICE) or call 711.

If you are ever in immediate danger, call 911.

Domestic and Sexual Violence Free Hotlines:

Statewide Domestic Violence 24-hour Hotline (toll-free):
1-866-644-3574 in NH

Statewide Sexual Assault 24-hour Hotline:
1-800-277-5570 in NH

National Domestic Violence Hotline:
Counseling, information and referrals across the country
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
1-800-787-3224 (TTY)

Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN):
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
For victims of sexual assault across the country. Routes callers to rape crisis center nearest them.

Drug and Alcohol Use Issues:

Alcohol and Drug Helpline/Youthline:
1-877-553-TEEN (8336)
24-hour referrals for help with alcohol and drug abuse.

The Headrest 24-hour Teenline:
1-800-639-6095
Information and support for teens to reduce the impact of substance abuse, suicide and violence in their own and their friends' lives.

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Issues:

Gay and Lesbian National Hotline:
1-888-843-4564
Monday - Friday 4pm-midnight and Saturday noon-5pm EST. Information, advice and referrals.
E-mail questions to: glnh@glnh.org
Website: www.glnh.org

Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG):
(202) 467-8180
A national organization that promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people, their families and friends.
e-mail: info@pflag.org
Website: ,www.pflag.org

Health Issues:

National AIDS Hotline:
1-800-342-AIDS (2437) English
1-800-344-7431 Spanish
Counseling, information and referrals

Planned Parenthood:
1-800-230-PLAN (7526)
Connects caller to nearest PP

Suicide Prevention:

The Headrest 24-hour Teenline:
1-800-639-6095
Information and support specifically for teens to reduce the impact of substance abuse, suicide and violence in their own lives and those of their peers. Anonymous calls accepted.

Samaritans of South Central NH:
1-800-730-6155
Suicide Hotline

Other Numbers:

National Runaway Switchboard:
1-800-621-4000
Information, referrals and counseling to runaway and homeless youth, youth in crisis and their families.

Teen Victim Project:
1-800-FYI-CALL
8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday Only. This project of the National Center For Victims of Crime provides information for victims of crime of all ages across the country.