DC Department of Behavioral Health — Access Helpline
24 hours
Resources
Behavioral health resources for the DC community
Trusted national organizations, local Washington, DC hotlines, and 24/7 crisis support — curated to help you or a loved one find the right next step.
In an emergency, get help immediately
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health crises, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential, 24/7.
Downloadable forms
Quick-access documents and forms
Download the forms you need before your visit or to share New Hope with your family, provider, or community.
National organizations
Trusted health information and federal resources
Authoritative websites for research-backed information on mental health, family support, caregiving, and disability.
National Institute of Mental Health
The lead federal agency for research on mental disorders.
nimh.nih.govNational Institutes of Health
Health information and resources from the world's largest biomedical research agency.
health.nih.govAdministration for Children and Families
Federal programs that promote the economic and social well-being of families and children.
acf.hhs.govMedicineNet
Health and medical information produced by board-certified physicians.
medicinenet.comEveryday Health
Trusted online health information and wellness guidance.
everydayhealth.comCaregiving.com
Insights, information, and inspiration for family caregivers.
caregiving.comNational Council on Disability
Independent federal agency advising on disability policy.
ncd.gov
District of Columbia
DC mental health support lines
Direct lines to the District's behavioral health system — including 24-hour psychiatric emergency support.
Psychiatric Emergency Service
24 hours
Suicide Hotline (Spanish)
Crisis and Family Stress
24 hours
Crisis & specialty hotlines
Confidential support, when and where you need it
Specialized hotlines serving the DC community — from crisis intervention to health information and recovery support.
DC Rape Crisis Center
24 hours
Also reachable at 202-333-RAPE
D.C. Crime Victims Assistance Hotline
Gay & Lesbian Hotline (Whitman Walker Clinic)
7–10 pm
Gay & Lesbian Switchboard of Washington, DC
AIDS Information Line
Sexually Transmitted Disease Information Line
Mon–Fri, 8 am–11 pm
Information, referral, and education
Gamblers Anonymous
24 hours
Meeting information
Not sure where to start?
Our team can help you navigate insurance, identify the right level of care, and connect with the resources above. Reach out and we'll walk you through your options — no commitment required.
For families & caregivers
Supporting a loved one through a behavioral health journey takes its own kind of care. We offer education, peer connection, and family-inclusive treatment plans.
Patient & family info