Crisis Resources & Emergency Help
If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available right now — free, confidential, and around the clock. You do not need to be enrolled in the Mental Health Court to access these resources.
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These resources are available to everyone in Paulding County and Georgia — not just program participants.
Call or Text Right Now
The most important numbers.
These three lines cover the majority of mental health crises. All are free, confidential, and staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Suicide & Mental Health Crisis
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988
The national mental health crisis line. Call or text from any phone. Free. Confidential. 24/7.
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Georgia-Specific
Georgia Crisis & Access Line
800-715-4225
Georgia's 24/7 crisis line. Connects you with local mental health services and crisis support.
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Text-Based Crisis Support
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME
→ 741741
→ 741741
Prefer to text? Free 24/7 crisis counseling via SMS. Works on any phone.
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Veterans Crisis Line
988 — Then Press 1
Call 988 · Press 1
Dedicated line for veterans, service members, and their families. Also text 838255.
📞 Tap to call 988 →
Immediate Physical Danger
Emergency Services
911
If someone is in immediate physical danger or requires emergency medical attention — call 911 first.
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Complete Directory
All crisis lines — organized by need.
Every number below is free and available 24 hours a day unless otherwise noted.
Mental Health & Suicide
Suicide & Crisis
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988
Call or text 24/7. Free. Confidential. Connects to local crisis counselors.
Georgia
Georgia Crisis & Access Line
800-715-4225
Georgia's statewide 24/7 crisis and access line. Connects to local resources.
Mental Illness
NAMI Georgia Helpline
770-408-0625
Support for individuals and families affected by mental illness in Georgia.
Crisis & Suicide
National Hopeline Network
800-SUICIDE
800-273-8255 (National Suicide Prevention)
24/7 crisis intervention for suicidal individuals.
Youth & Teens
Boys Town National Hotline
800-448-3000
Text VOICE to 20121
Crisis intervention and resource referrals for youth and families.
Veterans & Military
Veterans
Veterans Crisis Line
988 — Press 1
Text 838255
For veterans, service members, National Guard, Reservists, and their families.
Substance Use & Addiction
Federal Helpline
SAMHSA National Helpline
800-662-4357
Free, confidential treatment referral and information. 24/7, 365 days. English & Español.
Alcohol
Alcohol Treatment Referral
800-252-6465
Alcohol & Drug Abuse: 800-729-6686
Referral to local alcohol treatment programs and support services.
Al-Anon / Family
Al-Anon Family Support
800-344-2666
Support for families and friends of those struggling with alcoholism.
Poison / Overdose
Poison Control Center
800-222-1222
For suspected overdose or poisoning emergencies. 24/7.
Domestic Violence & Abuse
Domestic Violence
National DV Hotline
800-799-7233
Text START to 88788
English: 800-799-7233 · Español: 800-942-6908 · TTY: 800-787-3224
Georgia
Georgia Coalition Against DV
800-334-2836
Georgia-specific domestic violence support and shelter referrals.
Child Abuse
Georgia Child Abuse Reporting
855-422-4453
Georgia DFCS Central Child Abuse Reporting. To report abuse or neglect. 24/7.
Elder Abuse
Georgia Elder Abuse Hotline
800-252-8966
Report elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation in Georgia.
Youth & LGBTQ+
LGBTQ+ Youth
Trevor Project Lifeline
866-488-7386
Text START to 678-678
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth. 24/7.
Teen & Young Adult
Teen & Young Adult Helpline
800-950-6264
Support for teens and young adults navigating mental health challenges.
Runaway Youth
National Runaway Safeline
800-786-2929
24/7 crisis services for runaway and at-risk youth and their families.
Disaster & Community
Disaster
National Disaster Distress Helpline
800-985-5990
Call or text. 24/7 crisis counseling for those affected by natural or human-caused disasters.
Families
Families Anonymous
800-736-9805
Support for families of those struggling with substance use or behavioral disorders.
Paulding County
Local emergency contacts.
For mental health emergencies in Paulding County, these local resources can connect you with in-person support, crisis stabilization, and same-day services.
Highland Rivers Health — Crisis Services
Hiram, GA · Crisis stabilization, detoxification, and outpatient mental health
CareLink — Free Clinic (Uninsured Adults)
625 W. Memorial Drive, Dallas, GA · Free 24/7 telehealth available
Mental Health Court Coordinator
Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm · For program questions only — for crisis call 988
If You Are Struggling
You don't have to be in crisis to ask for help.
These steps can help in a difficult moment — before things become a crisis.
🛡️ If you're having thoughts of suicide
- Call or text 988 immediately — don't wait
- Tell someone you trust what you're feeling
- Remove access to means if it is safe to do so
- Stay in a safe place and don't be alone
- If in immediate danger, call 911
🧠 If you're having a mental health episode
- Call the Georgia Crisis Line: 800-715-4225
- Contact Highland Rivers for local crisis stabilization
- If you take medication, take it as prescribed
- Contact your treatment provider or case manager
- Ask a trusted person to stay with you
💊 If you or someone has overdosed
- Call 911 immediately — stay on the line
- Call Poison Control: 800-222-1222
- Keep the person awake and breathing if possible
- Georgia's 911 Medical Amnesty Law protects callers who report overdoses in good faith
👨👩👧 If you're worried about someone else
- Ask them directly — asking about suicide does not increase risk
- Stay with them and listen without judgment
- Help them call 988 or drive them to get help
- If they are in immediate danger, call 911
- Follow up — one conversation is not enough
Not in crisis, but looking for support?
Browse our full directory of mental health providers, treatment centers, and community resources available throughout Paulding County.