Description: Kentuckians in crisis can now connect with suicide prevention, mental health, and substance use counselors using a nationwide, easier-to-dial phone number – 988. Phone service providers will now direct 988 calls to the existing national lifeline with its 14 Kentucky call centers and connection to additional crisis services will be provided if necessary. Available 24/7/365 and free-of-charge, callers to 988 will connect with a compassionate, highly trained counselor who can help address their issues as smoothly as possible.