Whether a crisis is upon you—or you simply want to be prepared—here are vital state and national resources to help you when you need it.
Next of Kin Registry (NOKR) - Store your emergency contacts, next of kin and vital medical information with this free service. It is accessible via a secure server only to emergency public trust agencies registered with NOKR.
Texas Abuse/Neglect Hotline - Report abuse, neglect or exploitation of children, the elderly or people with disabilities.
Texas Poison Center Network - If you think someone has been poisoned, call the Texas Poison Center Network at 1.800.222.1222 right away, 24/7. Do not wait for symptoms or try to self-treat. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call 911.
Texas Runaway Hotline - Get peer counseling for runaways and family members.
Texas Suicide Hotlines - Get information on suicide prevention, awareness and support—plus phone numbers for 24-hour crisis lines for adults and teens.
Texas Youth Hotline - Receive peer counseling amid family conflicts, delinquency, truancy, abuse and neglect, and running away.