In immediate danger?

Call your local emergency number now: 911 (US/Canada), 999 (UK), 112 (EU/India), 000 (Australia). Seizures, confusion, hallucinations, severe shaking, chest pain, or thoughts of harming yourself are emergencies. Do not wait.

India

Emergency: 112

Tele-MANAS
14416
Free mental health support and counselling, every day, 24 hours.

United States

Emergency: 911

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988
Call or text if you are in distress. Every day, 24 hours.
SAMHSA National Helpline
1-800-662-4357
Free, confidential referrals for alcohol and drug use. 24/7.

United Kingdom

Emergency: 999

Samaritans
116 123
Someone to listen. Every day, 24 hours.
Drinkline
0300 123 1110
Free, confidential help with your own or someone else's drinking. Weekdays 9am to 8pm, weekends 11am to 4pm.
FRANK
0300 123 6600
Advice on alcohol and drugs. Every day, 24 hours.

Australia

Emergency: 000

National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline
1800 250 015
Confidential advice and referral to local services. 24/7.

Somewhere else?

The Find a Helpline directory lists free, verified services in many countries. Your doctor or local pharmacy can also point you to alcohol services.

About this list

Sober Ally is a self-help tool, not a crisis or medical service. Numbers and opening hours can change, so check with the service. The app lists these helplines for your region too, and they are always free to open. Read our Medical Disclaimer for more.