National 24/7 hotline
Suicide & Crisis Hotline
Call 988
Local 24/7 hotline
Teen Suicide Prevention Hotline
(614) 294-3300
Local 24/7 shelter
Teen Crisis Shelter
(614) 294-5553
If you are considering running away:
National Runaway Safeline
An anonymous, 24-hour hotline and online support system for youth who have run away or are considering it, and for families seeking support.
Call: 1-800-RUNAWAY
If you are a victim of sexual violence:
Rape Abuse Incest National Network (RAINN)
RAINN offers programs and support services for survivors of sexual violence and their families. The National Sexual Assault Hotline is available 24/7 by phone.
Call: 1-800-656-4673
If you need protection from abuse or neglect:
Franklin County Children Services
Franklin County Children Services (FCCS) provides protection, care, and permanency for children who are abused, neglected, or dependent. If you are, or suspect someone is, a victim of abuse or neglect, the child abuse hotline is available 24 hours a day.
Call: (614) 229-7000
If you need pregnancy or women’s health support:
Teen Health Clinic
The clinic provides women’s health support, especially for teens ages 13–18. Services include pregnancy testing, same-day birth control options, and STI testing, all in a safe and comfortable environment.
Call: (614) 645-7368
Text: (614) 668-8396
If you are a LGBTQIA+ youth and need support:
Kaleidoscope Youth Center
Kaleidoscope is Ohio’s largest organization supporting LGBTQIA+ youth. It provides a safe, welcoming community where young people can belong, build confidence, and thrive.
Call: (614) 294-5437
If you need access to resources for youth outreach and success:
YOP Shop
The YOP Shop helps young people overcome barriers and reach their goals by providing access to helpful resources right here in Columbus.
Call: (614) 826-3630
If you are a young person who needs a place to go:
Star House
Star House is a drop-in center for 14-24-year-olds who need access to food, hygiene items, computers, medical services, legal help, case management, and more! They are located at 1220 Corrugated Way and are open from 10:30pm to 2:00pm, 7 days a week.
Call: (614) 826-5868
If you are experiencing homelessness:
Homeless Hotline
For immediate shelter assistance in Franklin County, call the 24-hour Homeless Hotline. This is the primary point of access for emergency shelters, warming stations, and street outreach services.
Call: (614) 274-7000
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