Homelessness Hotlines

Everyone deserves compassion and safety, including emergency shelter and other social services. Find tools and resources centered on houselessness below.

International

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ณ 211 @ 211.org / 211 / Referral and directory telephone service that connects callers with any/all resources that may be beneficial to their circumstances. 211 is available both in the entirety of the United States and Canada.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ณ Travelโ€™s Aid Hotline @ travelersaid.org / 866-201-7399 / International network of social service agencies, airports, and train stations that work to end homelessness and human trafficking around the globe.

North America

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Coalition for the Homeless Crisis Intervention Hotline @ coalitionforthehomeless.org / 888-358-2384 / One of the oldest advocacy and direct service organizations for the homeless in the United States, providing crisis care, housing, food, and job training.

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๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Consejo Ciudadano Para la Seguridad y Justica @ consejociudadanomx.org / 55-5533-5533 / Also known as the Safety Hot Line, Mexicoโ€™s primary non-emergency telephone center for those seeking support on various social issues.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Disaster Distress Helpline / 800-985-5990 / National service that provides 24/7 crisis support within the United States for anyone experiencing emotional distress due to natural or human-caused disasters such as tornados, severe storms, hurricanes, floods, wildfires, earthquakes, droughts, mass violence, disease outbreaks, and community unrest.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ณ FEANTSA @ feantsa.org / 32-02-538-66-69 / International organization co-funded by the European Union to provide support to homeless individuals.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Feeding America @ feedingamerica.org / 800-771-2303 / Nationwide network of food banks, food pantries, and meal programs in the United States.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Homeless Shelter Directory @ homelessshelterdirectory.org / Network of local shelters and homeless services in the United States.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Human Resources and Services Administration @ hhs.gov / The primary agency under the United States government for supporting the delivery of essential human services which operates and partners with 19 different federal agencies, state and local governments, and other service providers to help homeless individuals.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Miracle Messages @ miraclemessages.org / Nonprofit organization based in the US that provides social support systems to those experiencing homelessness, such as through their family reunification program, phone buddy system, and basic income pilots.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ National Coalition for Homeless Veterans @ nchv.org / 202-546-1969 / National organization focused on ending veteran homelessness in the United States by promoting and shaping legislation as well as managing a referral helpline for at-risk veterans.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ National Healthcare for the Homeless Council @ nhchc.org / 615-226-2292 / Human rights and social justice organization that manages a nationwide healthcare network for homeless individuals in the United States. Additional information about free and low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy, vision, and behavioral services can be found through the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics at nafcclinics.org.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ National Runaway Safeline @ 1800runaway.org / 800-786-2929 / National communications system for runaway and homeless youth in the United States, which caters to keeping young people as safe and healthy as possible in potentially dangerous situations.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program @ usa.gov / Formerly known as โ€œfood stamps,โ€ SNAP is a US welfare program that provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget.

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๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Women, Infants, and Children @ fns.usda.gov / Special supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children in the United States to provide federal welfare for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding people, as well as infants and children up to age five who are at nutritional risk.

Europe

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท 115 @ refugies.info / 115 / Emergency number in France that connects individuals with accommodation centers free of charge.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Advice for Renters @ adviceforrenters.org / Charity organization that offers free housing advice, financial support, and mentoring for those living in the United Kingdom.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง akt @ akt.org.uk / 020-7831-6562 / British organization that specializes in providing emergency housing and services to LGBTQIA+ youth ages 16 to 25.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Centrepoint @ centrepoint.org.uk / 0808-800-0661 / Youth homelessness charity based in the United Kingdom that works primarily with young people ages 16 to 25.

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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Citizens Information @ citizensinformation.ie / Homeless information for those in Ireland, with large databases on agencies throughout the country.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Crisis @ crisis.org.uk / National charity in the United Kingdom that helps homeless individuals find the resources and tools needed to thrive.

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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ HOGAR Sร @ hogarsi.org / 911-108-984 / Social initiative and nonprofit organization in Spain that supports the needs of homeless individuals.

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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Homeless Counter / 070-353-72-91 / Emergency shelter and social support for homeless people living in the Netherlands and at least 18 years old. Homeless individuals under the age of 18 should contact the Jeugd Interventie Team at 070-302-80-05.

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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Homeless Dublin @ homelessdublin.ie / 1800-707-707 / Emergency accommodation for homeless individuals in Ireland.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท National Emergency Response Mechanism / 30-2132128888 / Service for homeless children or children who are unaccompanied or in otherwise precarious living situations.

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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Nav @ nav.no / 55-55-33-33 / Emergency accommodation in Norway for those looking for a place to sleep for the next 24 hours.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Samaritans @ samaritans.org / 116-123 / Charity that supports those in crisis in the UK, which includes assisting homeless individuals find necessary resources and aid.

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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ช Samusocial @ samusocial.be / 0800-99-340 / Immediate help provided by mobile teams and emergency reception centers in Belgium to help homeless individuals.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Shelter @ england.shelter.org.uk / 0808-800-4444 / Helpline agency that connects individuals with free legal advice and local referrals.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง StreetLink @ thestreetlink.org.uk / Website service for individuals sleeping rough in the United Kingdom, connecting them with their local council and outreach services.

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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง United Response @ unitedresponse.org.uk / Established charity that specializes in housing needs for individuals with mental health needs and disabilities such as autism, sensory impairments, and dementia.

Asia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Moyai Support Centre @ npomoyai.or.jp / 81-03-0363-0137 / Social welfare service that helps people living in Japan find everyday essentials/housing and overcome financial hardship.

Africa

๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Shelter Movement of South Africa Helpline @ nsmsa.org.za / 0800-001-005 / 24/7 helpline in South Africa, with a focus on victims of domestic violence. Also available via text and WhatsApp.

Oceania

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Homelessness Australia @ homelessnessaustralia.org.au / Support and resource organization in Australia with a large database of local helplines and charities centered on helping homeless individuals.

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๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ The Peopleโ€™s Project @ thepeoplesproject.org.nz / 0800-437-348 / New Zealand-based organization that fosters a housing-first approach in helping homeless individuals get back on their feet.

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