Crisis and support lines for kids, teens and parents in Philippines

Free, confidential lines for a child or teen who is struggling, a parent who needs to talk, or anyone worried about a child. Every number here was checked on the service’s own website.

In an emergency, call 911

If someone is in immediate danger, or has been hurt, call 911 now.

Crisis and suicide support

  • NCMH Crisis Hotline (National Center for Mental Health)

    Government crisis line for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide.

    24/7

    Where we checked this

To report child abuse or neglect

  • MAKABATA Helpline 1383

    Government helpline (Council for the Welfare of Children / DSWD) for reporting child abuse and child rights violations.

    Where we checked this

Checked October 24, 2026. Numbers and hours can change; each line links to the page we checked it on. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we’ll fix it.