The City of Newark has launched a new, 24-hour support service called the Crisis Text Line, where callers can receive free, anonymous counseling services in an effort to aid Newark teens and adults who are facing a crisis.
As of March 20, anyone in Newark can text “NEW” to 741741 and a live, trained crisis counselor will receive the text and respond quickly. The crisis counselor helps individuals work through a moment of crisis, while remaining safe and healthy, by using effective active listening and suggesting referrals. This is all done through text message using the Crisis Text Line’s secure platform.
Read more details about the Crisis Text Line.
