Get Help Immediately
You do not have to face a crisis alone. Human support is available for you or someone you are worried about.
Immediate danger? Call emergency services now
If someone has seriously harmed themselves, taken an overdose, may act on thoughts of harming themselves or someone else, cannot stay safe, or may be having a medical emergency, get emergency help now. Do not wait for tarot or an AI response.
In Canada, 911 is available in most areas; where it is unavailable, use the local emergency number. Ask someone nearby to help if needed and follow the emergency operator’s instructions.
Medical emergencyStroke, heart attack, overdose or serious injury
Possible stroke, heart attack, overdose, severe breathing difficulty, unconsciousness, severe bleeding or serious injury: call emergency services now. See emergency numbers above.
Tarot cannot diagnose an illness or rule out an emergency. For a suspected stroke or heart attack, do not drive yourself to hospital. Stroke symptoms within the last 24 hours need emergency help even if they have stopped.
Support and resources
For other health concerns, a qualified healthcare professional or medical advice service can help you find appropriate care. Use emergency services directly for a possible emergency.
Emergency: call 911.
Other health concerns: contact your doctor or a local urgent care clinic. MedlinePlus guidance on emergency and urgent care.
Emergency: call 911 where available, or your local emergency number.
Health advice: British Columbia: 811 (HealthLink BC); Ontario: 811 (Health811); Quebec: 811 option 1 (Info-Santé, except Nunavik and the Cree Territory of James Bay). Find your provincial or territorial health authority for other regions.
Emergency: call 999.
Health advice: England: 111 or NHS 111 online; Scotland: 111 (NHS 24); Wales: 111 (NHS 111 Wales). In Northern Ireland, contact your GP; Find a GP out-of-hours service in Northern Ireland if your surgery is closed.
Other health concerns: contact your GP. If the surgery is closed and you need urgent GP care, use the HSE GP out-of-hours guidance and service finder. Contact numbers vary by area.
Emergency: call 000.
Health advice: call 1800 022 222 for healthdirect, registered nurse support, 24/7.
Emergency: call your local emergency number. In the European Union, call 112.
Other health concerns: contact a qualified healthcare professional, local clinic or official health advice service.
More ways to find help
You can also search Google or another search engine for:
- “urgent medical advice [your country]”
- “doctor or urgent care [your city]”
Prefer government health services, hospitals or established support organizations. Check coverage, opening hours and contact details. For a possible medical emergency, call emergency services directly. Do not delay to search online.
Suicide or self-harmSuicidal thoughts, self-harm or concern about someone
If you have seriously harmed yourself, taken an overdose, may act on suicidal or self-harm thoughts, or cannot stay safe, call emergency services now. See emergency numbers above.
You deserve support. If possible and safe, ask someone you trust to stay with you while you get help. Move away from anything you could use to harm yourself or others, if you can do so safely.
Support and resources
You can reach out even if you are unsure how serious things feel. Choose the country you are in.
Call or text 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7. Online chat is also available.
Call or text 9-8-8 for the Suicide Crisis Helpline, 24/7.
Call 116 123 for Samaritans, 24/7 emotional support.
Call 116 123 for Samaritans, 24/7 emotional support.
Find crisis support by country through Find A Helpline. OpenCounseling provides an additional international directory. Check each service’s current contact options and hours.
More ways to find help
You can also search Google or another search engine for:
- “suicide crisis helpline [your country]”
- “self-harm support [your country]”
Prefer government health services, hospitals or established support organizations. Check coverage, opening hours and contact details. Directories and support lines do not replace emergency services when someone is in immediate danger.
Risk of hurting someoneUrges or concern that you may harm another person
If you may act on thoughts of hurting another person, call emergency services now and explain that someone may be at risk. See emergency numbers above.
If these are your urges and it is safe to do so, create distance from the person at risk and from anything that could be used to cause harm. Contact an urgent mental health service for human support.
Support and resources
Call or text 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7. Online chat is also available. Seek urgent professional assessment if you are worried you may harm someone.
Contact a local urgent mental health service or healthcare professional. Find provincial and territorial mental health services. If suicidal thoughts are involved, call or text 9-8-8.
Urgent mental health support: England: 111 and select the mental health option (NHS guidance); Scotland: 111 (NHS 24); Wales: 111 and press 2 (NHS 111 Wales). In Northern Ireland, contact your GP or local mental health crisis service.
Emotional support across the UK: 116 123 (Samaritans), 24/7.
Contact your GP or a GP out-of-hours service for urgent assessment. HSE GP out-of-hours guidance and service finder.
Emotional support: 116 123 (Samaritans), 24/7.
Help finding services: 1800 111 888 (HSE Your Mental Health information line), available any time. This is an information service, not counselling or emergency care.
Health advice: 1800 022 222 (healthdirect), registered nurse support, 24/7.
Contact an urgent mental health service or qualified healthcare professional. Find A Helpline can help you find crisis and emotional support by country.
UK — help with your own abusive behaviour in a relationship: Respect Phoneline, 0808 802 4040, Monday to Friday, 10am–5pm UK time. This is specialist support, not an emergency response service.
More ways to find help
You can also search Google or another search engine for:
- “urgent mental health support [your country]”
- “mental health crisis team [your city]”
Prefer government health services, hospitals or established support organizations. Check coverage, opening hours and contact details. Directories and support lines do not replace emergency services when someone is in immediate danger.
Abuse, violence or stalkingFeeling unsafe with a partner, family member or another person
If you are in immediate danger, call emergency services now. See emergency numbers above.
If it is safe, contact a specialist support service or someone you trust. You do not need to wait for another incident. Avoid confronting the person if this could put you at risk.
Concerned your device is being monitored? Use a safer device or phone to contact support if possible.
Support and resources
Call 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788 for the National Domestic Violence Hotline. Live chat is also available.
Find helplines and services across Canada. Choose your province or territory.
Ontario — support for women: 1-866-863-0511 (Assaulted Women’s Helpline), 24/7.
British Columbia and Yukon: call or text 1-800-563-0808 (VictimLinkBC), 24/7.
Quebec: 1-800-363-9010 (SOS violence conjugale), 24/7.
More provincial and territorial helplines. Check who each service supports.
England — support for women: 0808 2000 247 (Refuge), 24/7.
Scotland: 0800 027 1234 (Domestic Abuse and Forced Marriage Helpline).
Wales: 0808 8010 800 (Live Fear Free).
Northern Ireland: 0808 802 1414 (Domestic and Sexual Abuse Helpline). Service websites and more UK options.
UK — support for men: 0808 801 0327 (Men’s Advice Line), Monday to Friday, 10am–5pm UK time.
Call 1800 341 900 for Women’s Aid, 24/7. Its website explains who it supports and links to other options.
Call 1800 737 732 or text 0458 737 732 for 1800RESPECT, domestic, family and sexual violence support. Online chat is also available.
NO MORE Global Directory lists domestic and sexual violence support by country. You can also use Find A Helpline. Check coverage and who each service supports.
More ways to find help
If it is safe to browse, you can also search Google or another search engine for:
- “domestic abuse helpline [your country]”
- “stalking victim support [your country]”
- “sexual assault support [your country]”
Prefer government health services, hospitals or established support organizations. Check coverage, opening hours and contact details. Directories and support lines do not replace emergency services when someone is in immediate danger.
Distressing voices or experiencesHearing voices, feeling controlled or having frightening experiences
If voices or perceived commands tell you to harm yourself or someone else, you feel unable to resist them, or you cannot stay safe, call emergency services now. See emergency numbers above.
You do not have to follow those instructions. Sudden confusion or experiences that are quickly getting worse may also need emergency help.
Contact a qualified healthcare professional or urgent mental health service promptly. Tarot cannot identify the cause of these experiences or confirm that a feared threat is real. If safe, ask someone you trust to stay with you and help you contact support.
Support and resources
Call or text 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7. Online chat is also available. Contact a qualified healthcare professional or urgent mental health service for assessment. A support line does not replace medical care.
Contact a local urgent mental health service or healthcare professional. Find provincial and territorial mental health services. If suicidal thoughts are involved, call or text 9-8-8.
Urgent mental health support: England: 111 and select the mental health option (NHS guidance); Scotland: 111 (NHS 24); Wales: 111 and press 2 (NHS 111 Wales). In Northern Ireland, contact your GP or local mental health crisis service.
Emotional support across the UK: 116 123 (Samaritans), 24/7.
Contact your GP or a GP out-of-hours service for urgent assessment. HSE GP out-of-hours guidance and service finder.
Emotional support: 116 123 (Samaritans), 24/7.
Help finding services: 1800 111 888 (HSE Your Mental Health information line), available any time. This is an information service, not counselling or emergency care.
Health advice: 1800 022 222 (healthdirect), registered nurse support, 24/7.
Contact a qualified healthcare professional or urgent mental health service for assessment. Find A Helpline lists emotional-support services by country. A helpline does not replace medical assessment.
More ways to find help
You can also search Google or another search engine for:
- “urgent mental health support [your country]”
- “mental health crisis service [your city]”
Prefer government health services, hospitals or established support organizations. Check coverage, opening hours and contact details. Directories and support lines do not replace emergency services when someone is in immediate danger.
Other urgent supportFeeling overwhelmed or unsure where to turn
For immediate danger, a possible medical emergency or a risk of acting on thoughts of harm, call emergency services now. See emergency numbers above.
If you feel overwhelmed or are unsure where to start, a support service or qualified healthcare professional can help you find a next step. You can also ask someone you trust to help you contact support.
Support and resources
Call or text 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7. Online chat is also available.
Find provincial and territorial mental health services. If suicidal thoughts are involved, call or text 9-8-8.
Call 116 123 for Samaritans, 24/7 emotional support.
Call 116 123 for Samaritans, 24/7 emotional support.
Find A Helpline lets you choose your country and the type of support you need. Check each service’s coverage, contact options and opening hours.
More ways to find help
You can also search Google or another search engine for:
- “crisis support [your country]”
- “urgent mental health help [your city]”
- “victim support service [your country]”
Prefer government health services, hospitals or established support organizations. Check coverage, opening hours and contact details. Directories and support lines do not replace emergency services when someone is in immediate danger.
