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Post Disaster Crisis Hotlines | Disaster Distress Helpline

Eligibility

Individuals who are experiencing psychological distress as a result of a natural or man-made disaster, incidents of mass violence or any other disasters

Required documents

No Documentation Required

Hours

24 Hours

800-846-8517
Voice·

TTY

800-985-5990
Voice·

Hotline

Languages

- English - Interpreter available

Application process

Call (800) 985-5990 or texting "TalkWithUs" to 66746

Fees

No Fees

Service area

- Illinois State - Kansas State - Missouri State

National hotline dedicated to providing disaster crisis counseling. Service includes Post Disaster Crisis Hotlines.

Date of Last Formal Update

02/25/2026

Data provided by

United Way of Greater St Louis 211

Providing organization

DISASTER DISTRESS HELPLINE

National hotline dedicated to providing disaster crisis counseling. Service includes Post Disaster Crisis Hotlines.