Crisis Resources
Mental health crisis support services are necessary when a person’s psychological distress becomes so intense that it disrupts their ability to function safely or think clearly. This can include experiencing suicidal thoughts, engaging in self-harm, having severe panic attacks, losing touch with reality (such as hallucinations or delusions), or feeling completely overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, or trauma. In these situations, the individual may not be able to rely on their usual coping strategies and requires immediate, specialized support.
Crisis services—such as hotlines, mobile crisis teams, or emergency mental health care—provide rapid intervention aimed at ensuring safety, reducing distress, and helping the person regain a sense of stability. They also serve as a critical bridge to ongoing care, connecting individuals with longer-term mental health resources once the immediate crisis has passed.
988 Colorado Mental Health Line
When you live chat, call, or text 988, you'll be connected with a trained specialist. They'll ask a few questions to learn more about your concerns. Then they'll listen to you and provide support. If needed, they'll share relevant information and resources.
When you call 988, you have three options:
Press 1 to connect with the Veteran Crisis Hotline
Press 2 to receive help in Spanish
The third option which everyone else can use, is to remain on the line to connect with a local crisis center. You’ll also have the option to talk to a trained specialist with similar experiences. As of July 17, 2025, the national 988 system will streamline its call routing. All help seekers—including members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community who previously used the “Press 3” option—will continue to receive affirming, compassionate, and confidential support from trained specialists.
Health Solutions West Mobile Crisis teams provide 24/7 crisis response to individuals in our service areas who are experiencing a mental health emergency, including self-harm, suicidal thoughts, or suicidal ideation. Our professional responders are trained to conduct in-depth risk assessments, provide referrals for treatment and resources, and assist with transport for patients needing immediate mental health care.
Mobile Crisis Response teams use the least restrictive means necessary to ensure safety & wellbeing of a person experiencing a crisis. They are experienced in: suicide & risk assessment, de-escalation, safety planning, phone support, and more.