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The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) has entered in to a contract with the national Crisis Text Line to provide Ohioans with a state-specific keyword to access its free, confidential service available 24/7 via text on mobile devices. This new resource is intended to broaden the options available through current community crisis hotlines.

 

Throughout Ohio, individuals can text the keyword “4hope” to 741 741 to be connected to a Crisis Counselor. This keyword was originally chosen by the Stark County Mental Health and Addiction Recovery Board and will now be available statewide through this partnership.

 

Any person may need help in coping with a stressful situation. Reach out by text to communicate with someone trained to listen and respond in a method that is private, secure and confidential.

 

Who can use Crisis Text Line?

 

Anyone should feel free to text “4hope” to 7417 41 for help. It serves all ages.

 

Is the Crisis Text Line like counseling or therapy?

 

No, it is designed to get a person through an intense or emotional period of time, but it is not there to serve as counseling or therapy. It is a human response during a time of need. According to Crisis Text Line, it is “in the moment” crisis work. The highly trained volunteers are supervised by full-time paid staff who have a higher degree in social work, psychology or a related field.

 

How does the text line work?

 

Text the keyword “4hope” to 741 741 and expect a reply from a trained Crisis Counselor within five minutes. Your message is confidential, anonymous and secure. Data usage while texting Crisis Text Line is free and the number will not appear on a phone bill with the mobile service carrier. An algorithm reviews text for severity and messages that are determined to be from someone at imminent risk are placed at the top of the queue.

 

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