YouthLine

YouthLine Need support? Reach out by texting 'teen2teen' to 839863, calling 1(877)-968-8491, or chatting with A free 24-hour crisis, support, and helpline for youth.

YouthLine is a teen-to-teen youth crisis and support service provided by Lines for Life—a non-profit dedicated to preventing substance abuse and suicide. YouthLine operates a national helpline that provides crisis support and referrals via call, text, and chat. YouthLine is answered by teens daily from 4pm-10pm PST and by adults at all other times. This account is NOT monitored 24/7.

YouthLine is joining Sources of Strength in celebrating March Mentor Madness! Let’s tip off March by celebrating the Men...
03/10/2026

YouthLine is joining Sources of Strength in celebrating March Mentor Madness! Let’s tip off March by celebrating the Mentors who show up, build connection, and help others grow their Strength. At YouthLine, we believe in the importance of having a trusted adult on your team. Join us in the conversation by taking time to think about an adult who has made a difference in your life.

HOW TO REACH US:
TEXT teen2teen to 839863 ⭐
CALL (877) 968-8491 🍀
CHAT www.theyouthline.org 🌸
EMAIL teen2teen@linesforlife.org ✨

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Here's a little photo update from our amazing Hawai'i team who's been working so hard to get things up and running at ou...
03/05/2026

Here's a little photo update from our amazing Hawai'i team who's been working so hard to get things up and running at our Maui call center! As you can see, the call center is giving super cool vibes and we even have an office mascot, Tofu! If you or anyone you know in the Maui area are interested in volunteering, text YLVOL to 85511 for more information.

HOW TO REACH US
text teen2teen or peer2peer to 839863☀️
call us at 877-968-8491☁️
chat with us on theyouthline.org🌈

OPEN DAILY:
4-10pm PST
1-7pm HST
7pm-1am EST

March is Self Injury Awareness month, and we're taking time today to talk about some of the common misconceptions and st...
03/04/2026

March is Self Injury Awareness month, and we're taking time today to talk about some of the common misconceptions and stigma around the topic of self harm. To everyone who is currently struggling with self injury or has in the past, know that we see you and you are not alone. If you need someone to talk to about self harm, YouthLine is open every day of the week from 4-10pm PST.

HOW TO REACH US:
Text teen2teen to 839863 🩵
Call +1(877) 968-8491 💙
Chat www.theyouthline.org 💜
Email teen2teen@linesforlife.org 🩷

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A reminder as the week winds down that you are doing the best you can, and that is more than enough. Sometimes it feels ...
02/26/2026

A reminder as the week winds down that you are doing the best you can, and that is more than enough. Sometimes it feels like the pain we're carrying is permanent, or something we can't survive coping with. Never forget how many times you've felt this way before, just to make it out the other side and keep fighting.

HOW TO REACH US:
Text teen2teen to 839863 ✨
Call +1(877) 968-8491 💫
Chat www.theyouthline.org 🌟
Email teen2teen@linesforlife.org⭐

At YouthLine, we love to say that no problem is too big or too small. A lot of us may feel like because there are people...
02/19/2026

At YouthLine, we love to say that no problem is too big or too small. A lot of us may feel like because there are people who may be going through things that feel bigger than what we are going through, we aren’t deserving of support. Let this serve as a reminder that when you reach out to us, anything you may be experiencing is big enough to deserve space to be heard. :)

HOW TO REACH US:
Text teen2teen to 839863 💙
Call +1(877) 968-8491 🫐
Chat www.theyouthline.org 👖
Email teen2teen@linesforlife.org 🩵

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At YouthLine, we love to say that no problem is too big or too small. A lot of us may feel like because there are people...
02/19/2026

At YouthLine, we love to say that no problem is too big or too small. A lot of us may feel like because there are people who may be going through things that feel bigger than what we are going through, we aren't deserving of support. Let this serve as a reminder that when you reach out to us, anything you may be experiencing is big enough to deserve space to be heard. :)

HOW TO REACH US:
Text teen2teen to 839863 💙
Call +1(877) 968-8491 🫐
Chat www.theyouthline.org 👖
Email teen2teen@linesforlife.org 🩵

Expressing gratitude for those in our lives who make us smile is so important! Take time today to send one of these lett...
02/17/2026

Expressing gratitude for those in our lives who make us smile is so important! Take time today to send one of these letters to someone who comes to mind when you read them. Giving back to others is one way to bring joy not only to others, but to yourself too!

HOW TO REACH US:
TEXT teen2teen to 839863 ⭐
CALL (877) 968-8491 🍀
CHAT www.theyouthline.org 🌸
EMAIL teen2teen@linesforlife.org ✨

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Happy Valentines Day from YouthLine! Today and everyday you deserve to feel loved and cherished for who you are. If toda...
02/14/2026

Happy Valentines Day from YouthLine! Today and everyday you deserve to feel loved and cherished for who you are. If today brings up any emotions, remember that YouthLine is always here to talk about whatever you might need to get off your chest.

HOW TO REACH US:
Text teen2teen to 839863 🩵
Call +1(877) 968-8491 💙
Chat www.theyouthline.org 💜
Email teen2teen@linesforlife.org 🩷

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Yesterday some of our amazing YouthLine and Lines for Life team joined our AFSP Oregon chapter at the Oregon state capit...
02/10/2026

Yesterday some of our amazing YouthLine and Lines for Life team joined our AFSP Oregon chapter at the Oregon state capital for AFSP Advocacy Day! Our youth volunteers and adult staff members got to meet with legislators to talk about important su***de prevention legislation, share personal stories about the impact of su***de on our communities, and advocate for change. Advocacy Day is something our team looks forward to every year, and we're so thankful to the AFSP Oregon team for the awesome work they do in our state.

HOW TO REACH US:
Text teen2teen to 839863 🧸
Call +1(877) 968-8491 🫶
Chat www.theyouthline.org ✨
Email teen2teen@linesforlife.org 🪐

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We want to recognize that February is also Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month! Swipe to learn about TDVAM 💜Healthy rel...
02/04/2026

We want to recognize that February is also Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month! Swipe to learn about TDVAM 💜

Healthy relationships make healthy communities. When we learn what safety, respect, communication, and trust look like at home and in our relationships, those values ripple outward toward shaping safer schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods.

Here are some amazing organizations and advocates we want to shout out this month for the amazing work they are doing for survivors of violence:






HOW TO REACH US:
Text teen2teen to 839863 💜
Call +1(877) 968-8491🌷
Chat www.theyouthline.org 🍪
Email teen2teen@linesforlife.org ✨

Why volunteer with YouthLine? Maybe you have personal experience with mental health challenges, relationships, feeling i...
02/03/2026

Why volunteer with YouthLine?
Maybe you have personal experience with mental health challenges, relationships, feeling isolated, or going through something difficult. Or maybe you simply want to support others. By volunteering with us, you can offer help and hope to peers facing hard moments.

As a volunteer, you’ll support other youth through calls, texts, and chats, reminding them they’re not alone. With comprehensive training and ongoing guidance, you’ll be supported every step of the way as you help peers feel heard and move toward safety and wellness.

Interested in learning more?
📱 Text: YLVol to 85511
📧 Email: YLVolunteering@linesforlife.org

🌍 Volunteer opportunities are currently available for youth ages 15-24 in Oregon and Hawai‘i.

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February is Black History Month! At YouthLine, we believe that this month is about honoring history, advocating for blac...
02/01/2026

February is Black History Month! At YouthLine, we believe that this month is about honoring history, advocating for black mental health, uplifting black voices, and showing up with care, accountability, and action. It's about more than just knowing the history of the black community in our country. It's about taking action, engaging in the life long process of learning and unlearning, and using your voice to make a difference in our world.

Here are some amazing organizations and advocates we want to shout out this month for the amazing work they are doing for the black community:








HOW TO REACH US:
Text teen2teen to 839863 💙
Call +1(877) 968-8491 🫐
Chat www.theyouthline.org 👖
Email teen2teen@linesforlife.org 🩵

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Monday 4pm - 10pm
Tuesday 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 4pm - 10pm
Thursday 4pm - 10pm
Friday 4pm - 10pm
Saturday 4pm - 10pm
Sunday 4pm - 10pm

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The YouthLine is a free and confidential peer-to-peer crisis and support service provided by Lines for Life. YouthLine operates a helpline that provides crisis, support, and help via phone call, text, chat, and email. The YouthLine is answered by youth volunteers daily from 4pm-10pm PST and by adults at all other times. No problem is too big or too small.

Call 877.968.8491 Text ‘teen2teen’ to 839863 Chat www.OregonYouthLine.org

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