Crisis Hotline Text Volunteer Program

Yes. In the United States, you can text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which is available 24/7. You may also call 988 or use online chat through the 988 Lifeline website. These services connect people experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or concern for someone else with trained crisis counselors. If there is immediate danger, call 911.

No. The April T. Bocian Foundation is a community nonprofit focused on mental health awareness and suicide prevention advocacy; it does not operate a crisis text hotline. For immediate, confidential crisis support in the U.S., call or text 988, or use the 988 Lifeline’s chat service. The foundation promotes 988 as an important resource for people who need urgent support.

The available foundation information describes volunteer and community involvement opportunities, but it does not state that the foundation recruits or trains volunteers to answer crisis texts. Crisis-line volunteers typically complete specialized training through the organization operating that service. Contact the foundation to discuss its current volunteer needs, such as awareness, events, fundraising, or community outreach support.

The foundation invites community members to contribute their abilities and passions to its mental health awareness and suicide prevention mission. Opportunities may include supporting fundraising events, participating in community activities, helping spread prevention messages, and connecting others with reliable resources. Because needs can change by event and season, contacting the foundation directly is the best way to learn what help is currently needed.

Take the person seriously, listen without judgment, and help them connect with immediate support. In the U.S., call or text 988 together to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If there is an immediate risk of harm, a plan, access to lethal means, or danger that cannot wait, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Do not leave them alone when immediate danger is present.

The foundation’s available information does not list formal clinical credential requirements for community volunteer roles. Volunteers should work within the duties assigned, avoid presenting themselves as crisis counselors, and refer urgent situations to 988 or emergency services. Training requirements may differ for specific events or outreach roles, so prospective volunteers should ask about expectations, orientation, scheduling, and any role-specific guidance before committing.

The April T. Bocian Foundation raises awareness about mental health, depression, and suicide prevention in April’s memory. It connects individuals with crisis resources including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, encourages community participation, hosts fundraising events such as its annual Golf Outing, and is affiliated with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. It also supports wellness-focused initiatives, including the EmpowHer Retreat partnership.

You can contact the April T. Bocian Foundation by phone at 724-355-1909, by email at abocian@redsafetyids.com, or through its website contact form. Share your interests, availability, and the type of support you hope to provide. The foundation can explain current opportunities and whether help is needed for events, fundraising, awareness activities, or other community involvement.