[ Browse by Service Category : Topics Related to Substance Use Disorder Hotlines (2) ]
Crisis Intervention Hotlines/Helplines
Programs that provide immediate access to support and advice for people who are in distress with the objective of defusing the emotional impact of the crisis, ensuring the person's safety and helping the person to take the next steps toward resolving the problem. Hotlines/helplines are generally staffed by trained volunteers who are available via the telephone, email, live chat, texting and/or instant message (IM).
[ Sub-Topics | View Programs and Services (48) | Related Topics ]
The above terms and definitions are part of the Taxonomy of Human Services, used here by permission of INFO LINE of Los Angeles.