District of Columbia 988 Lifeline

Mental Health · District of Columbia · Free

24/7 free confidential crisis support for District of Columbia. Call or text 988. Built for older adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, loneliness, isolation, or thoughts of suicide. Telehealth therapy is widely available and Medicare-covered; many seniors prefer the privacy and avoid transportation barriers. Depression in seniors often shows up as physical complaints, appetite changes, sleep problems, or memory issues — not sadness. All services free of charge to qualifying seniors and...

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