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:
No Cost Resources
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.
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