¡Los servicios de texto y chat de 988 Lifeline ya están disponibles en Español!

Answer:

Yes.

 

When calling 988, press 2 to connect to a trained Spanish-speaking crisis counselor.

 

When texting 988 in Spanish, you will be asked to type “Ayuda” to connect with a Spanish-speaking counselor.

 

For people who speak other languages, call 988 and you will be provided translation in more than 240 additional languages through Language Line Solutions. This is available 24/7 through voice calling only.

 

When calling 988, you or one of your friends or family can ask for an interpreter in English if you are able or you can say the name of the language you need. You will then be connected with an interpreter. The connection to an interpreter typically takes about 20 seconds. Interpreters receive special training to provide this service over the phone and they follow a code of ethics related to confidentiality, accuracy, and impartiality.

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