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If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, you are not alone. 
Help is available 24/7 across South Carolina. 

 

BHDD OMH CRISIS RESOURCES

  • SC Mobile Crisis: Call 833-364-2274 (Toll-Free).
    • Available 24/7/365 for anyone in South Carolina.
    • Teams provide on-site assessments and can coordinate with law enforcement if needed.
  • Deaf Services Hotline: Call 803-339-3339 (Video Phone) or email deafhotline@scdmh.org.
    • Dedicated support for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
    • Provides crisis resources, telepsychiatry interpreters and hospital consultations.

 

OTHER CRISIS RESOURCES

  • 988 (National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline): Call or text 988 (Toll-Free).
    • Available 24/7/365 for anyone in need of crisis support.
      • Veterans, press 1 or text 838255.
      • To chat with 988, visit 988sc.org and click “Chat Now.”
      • Español: 988sc.orgy haga clic “Español.”
      • For American Sign Language, visit 988sc.org  and click “ASL Now.”
  • Crisis Text Line: Text “HOPE4SC” to 741741.
    • Available 24/7/365 to anyone in need of crisis assistance preferring or needing to text.
      • Español: “AYUDA” to 741741.
    • Texts are private, free and won’t show on your phone bill.

 

SOUTH CAROLINA MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORTS AND RESOURCES

Empowering South Carolinians to take the first step toward wellness. 
Access free, anonymous and confidential support today.

  • Adult Mental Health Screener
    • Best for adults (18+) seeking immediate guidance or resource connections.
    • A safe, anonymous self-check questionnaire.
    • After completing it, you can connect with a professional counselor for personalized support and service referrals.
    • Get started at hope.connectsyou.org.
  • Kids’ Mental Health Screener
    • Best for parents and guardians looking for behavioral health support for their children.
    • A convenient way for caregivers to anonymously assess a child’s needs and chat with a professional who can help navigate youth-specific mental health services.
    • Get Started at hope.connectssckids.org.
  • Hopeful Minds Platform
    • Best for general wellness, self-paced learning and resource browsing.
    • A comprehensive digital library filled with expert-vetted videos, podcasts, apps and articles.
    • Use it to learn new coping skills or take a private mental health assessment.
    • Get Started at hopefulminds.crediblemind.com.

 

South Carolina Mental Health Advocacy Groups