Teens now have a confidential hotline they can text to if they find themselves in a crisis. That number is 1-845-391-1000.
The Orange County Youth Bureau and United Way have sponsored this "Text 4 Teens," hotline which is available Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 5 pm to midnight. If they call at other times, they will be directed to the 24 hour hotline, 1-800-832-1200. Kids who are experiencing problems in school, at home, or just need someone to talk to are invited to call if the need arises.
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Please let the teens in your life know about this.