A hotline is continuously available phone service operated by trained and competent crisis staff that provides information, screening and intervention, support, and referrals to callers 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Any entity providing hotline services for any portion of the day must be accredited by the American Association of Suicidology.
Training
American Association of Suicidology
Forms/Handbooks/Rates
- Information Item V, Crisis Services Standards (PDF)
- Information Item V, Crisis Services Standards (texas.gov)