Urgent Support & Crisis Resources

If you are experiencing an urgent crisis that requires immediate attention—such as thoughts of suicide, running out of essential needs, or considering hospitalization—please reach out by phone, call or text. Please note: phone calls are noticed more quickly. While we are committed to providing support, please note that S.I.G.H. is a small, dedicated team, and there may be times when we are unable to respond immediately.

If you call during a crisis and cannot reach us right away, please leave a detailed voicemail or send a follow-up text, including any instructions for contacting you or your emergency contact, and let us know how we can assist you. We aim to respond within 24 hours, unless we are on personal or medical leave.

While awaiting a response, we encourage you to seek additional support from other crisis resources. Your well-being is our priority, and there are several trusted services available that can provide immediate assistance:

Mental Health Crisis Resources

Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN) – 24/7 Crisis Helpline

Phone: 1-800-241-4949

Website: www.dwihn.org

Offers crisis counseling, mobile crisis support, and referrals to mental health services for individuals experiencing a crisis.

Common Ground – 24-Hour Crisis Line

Phone: 1-800-231-1127 or text "HELLO" to 741741

Website: www.commongroundhelps.org

Provides a 24/7 crisis line, chat, and text support for mental health crises, including suicide prevention.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Phone: 988 (Call or Text)

Website: www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Provides free and confidential support for people in distress, as well as prevention and crisis resources.

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Support

First Step – Wayne County Domestic Violence Support

Phone: 1-734-722-6800 (24-Hour Help Line)

Website: www.firststep-mi.org

Offers emergency shelter, advocacy, and counseling for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Wayne County SAFE (Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner)

Phone: 313-964-9701

Website: www.wcsafe.org

Provides forensic examinations, advocacy, and support for survivors of sexual assault.

Substance Abuse Crisis Resources

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) 

National Helpline

Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

Website: www.samhsa.gov

A free, confidential helpline providing information on treatment and recovery resources for substance use disorders.

Detroit Recovery Project

Phone: 1-877-872-0620

Website: www.recovery4detroit.com

Offers peer support, treatment referrals, and recovery services for individuals struggling with addiction.

Homelessness and Emergency Shelters

Coalition on Temporary Shelter (COTS)

Phone: 313-831-3777

Website: www.cotsdetroit.org

Provides emergency shelter and long-term support to families and individuals experiencing homelessness.

Covenant House Michigan

Phone: 313-463-2000

Website: www.covenanthousemi.org

Offers shelter, and transitional housing for homeless youth ages 18-24.

General Crisis Intervention

United Way for Southeastern Michigan – 2-1-1

Phone: Dial 2-1-1

Website: www.unitedwaysem.org/2-1-1

A 24/7 helpline connecting individuals with resources for food, shelter, utility assistance, and more.

LGBT Detroit – LGBT Hotline

Phone: 313-397-2127

Website: www.lgbtdetroit.org

Offers a safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals, including transgender people, offering crisis support, mental health resources, and community programs.

Trans Lifeline

Phone: 877-565-8860 (Peer Support Line)

Website: www.translifeline.org

A peer support crisis hotline offering direct emotional and mental health support to transgender individuals by transgender volunteers.

Human Trafficking Support Resources

The National Human Trafficking Hotline

Phone: 1-888-373-7888 or text "HELP" to 233733

Website: www.humantraffickinghotline.org

Provides 24/7 confidential support for victims of human trafficking, including crisis intervention, resources, and emergency shelter options.