Free resources
Many sources of support are available by phone, text, chat, video, or app, but they often go unused because people do not know about them or have never tried them. These are free for Californians.
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7 support for anyone facing a mental health or substance use crisis, or worried about someone else. It is not only for suicide.
Call or text 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org
Veterans Crisis Line
The same 24/7 support, with responders trained to work with veterans. Family members and friends can call too.
Dial 988, then press 1, or text 838255. veteranscrisisline.net
California Peer-Run Warm Line
Free, 24/7 support from people with lived experience, for when it is not a crisis but you need someone to talk to.
Call 1-855-845-7415 or chat at mentalhealthsf.org
Friendship Line California
Free emotional support and friendly check-in calls for adults 60 and older and adults with disabilities.
Call 1-888-670-1360
Support by app or video
Soluna
California's free mental health app for ages 13 to 25, with coaching, chat, and wellness tools.
Download Soluna or visit solunaapp.com
VA telehealth
Veterans enrolled in VA health care can have mental health and other appointments by video from home.
Visit telehealth.va.gov or ask your VA clinic
Medi-Cal and Medicare
Both cover many behavioral health visits by video or phone. Many members do not realize this.
Ask your plan or provider about telehealth visits by video or phone
SAMHSA National Helpline
Free, confidential information about local and virtual options for mental health and substance use, 24/7, in English and Spanish.
Call 1-800-662-4357
Naloxone without leaving home
CalRx naloxone
The State of California's own naloxone nasal spray, sold online at a low price to any Californian.
Visit calrx.ca.gov
Minutes MATter is not affiliated with these organizations. They are listed for general information, and everyone receives the same list. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988. In an emergency, call 911. Last checked: November 2026.