Southwest Florida

Local support, carefully verified.

Start with an official referral or crisis resource serving your area. Details were checked against the linked organizations on July 21, 2026.

Immediate danger or a medical emergency?

Call 911. For emotional distress or suicidal thoughts, call or text 988.

Verified starting points

Nationwide · available in Southwest Florida

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free, confidential support from a trained crisis counselor by call, text, or chat, any time of day or night.

Lee, Hendry, and Glades counties

United Way 211

A free, confidential referral line that is available 24 hours a day for local health and human service resources. If 211 does not connect, call 239 433 3900.

Statewide · available in Southwest Florida

Florida Domestic Violence Hotline

A hotline available 24 hours a day with support, safety planning, information, and referrals for people experiencing or affected by domestic violence.

Communities in scope

Cape CoralNorth Fort MyersFort MyersBonita SpringsNaplesEsteroSanibelNearby Southwest Florida communities
Please verify before relying on a listing

Programs, hours, eligibility, and service areas can change. Use the linked official page or call the organization directly. The Lantern Project does not endorse or guarantee services from outside organizations.