You’re Not Alone. Help Is Here.
Everyone goes through hard times. Whether you’re facing a crisis, need help with food or housing, or just want to get connected to something positive, we’ve gathered trusted local resources to help you find support fast. At Big Cuz, we believe family means having someone who shows up for you. That’s why we’ve put together this list of community hotlines, services, and organizations doing real work to lift people up. These are active numbers and websites you can reach today.
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Long Island Crisis Center 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 516-679-1111
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
CPEP at Stony Brook (Psych ER): 631-444-6050
Suffolk County SS Emergency Hotline (4:30pm- 8 am): 631-854-9100
Senior Helpline: 516-679 -0000
Runaway Hotline: 516-679-1111
Teen Helpline: 516-679-1111
Long Island Rape Crisis Center: 516-222-2293
Rape Crisis/ Victims Hotline (Crime Victims Center): 631-332-9234
Human Trafficking National Hotline: 1-888-373-7888
Poison Control Center: 1-800-222-1222
Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault 24-hr. Hotline (VIBES): 631-360-3606
Violent & Hate Crimes Hotline (Crime Victims Center): 631-626-3156
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National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 | Text “START” to 88788
Suffolk County DV 24/7 Hotline: 631-360-3606
The Safe Center (Nassau) 24/7 Hotline: 516-542-0404
NYS Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-942-6906 | Text: 844-997-2121 | Chat: opdv.ny.gov
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Suffolk Emergency Shelter: 631-854 9517 Mon-Fri 8am-4pm | 631-854-9100 After 4:30 pm, weekends & holidays
Nassau County Crisis Helpline: 516-227-8255
Nassau Emergency Shelter: 516-571-0090 72-Hour Eviction Notice Line | 516-572-2330 Homeless Prevention line
Hope House: 631-928-2377
Mercy Haven: 631-277-8300
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Child Protective Services (CPS): 800-342-3720
Family & Children's Association
Adult Protective Services (APS): 516-227-8455
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Breath of Life Maternity Home: 631-738-8829
Soundview Pregnancy Center: Call: 888-709-3227 | Text: 516-200-4599
Birthright of Wantagh: 516-785-4070
The Life Center of Long Island: 516-408-6300
Family & Children's Association: 516-746-0350
Bethany Christian Services: 516-626-1971
LI Crisis Center—Children of Hope: 877-796-4673
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Alcoholics Anonymous Long Island: 631-669-1124
LI Teen Challenge: 631-321-7070
Brooklyn Teen Challenge: 718-789-1414
Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (LICADD): 516-747-2606
Long Island Center for Recovery: 631-728-3100
LI Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (LICADD)
Seafield Center: 631-451-6000
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 800-662-4357
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HIAS Long Island: 516-571-1070
Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigrant Services: 631-789-5210
Need a Hand?
If you’re not sure where to start, reach out to us — we’ll help connect you to the right place.