You Are Not Alone: Suicide Prevention & Crisis Support
Your Trusted Partner in Mental Wellness and Crisis Intervention
At Oscar, we believe in starting conversations that matter.
This page serves as an initial guide – it may not capture the full range of experiences or all possible warning signs, as these can vary widely among individuals. Our goal is to provide a safe starting point for those seeking support and to guide them toward the right resources.
Recognizing the Risks:
- A family history of suicide
- Previous suicide attempts
- Substance use challenges
- Mental health conditions, including depression
-Life stresses such as job loss, bereavement, financial strain, or chronic illness
Identifying Warning Signs:
- Frequent discussions or preoccupation with death or suicide
- Dramatic changes in behavior or mood
- Withdrawal from friends, family, and social activities
- Expressions of hopelessness, helplessness, or statements about being a burden to others
Immediate Action for Crisis Situations
In a crisis, immediate action can save lives.- If there’s an immediate danger, don’t hesitate – call 911.
- For mental health or substance use crises, dial or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
- For TTY users, dial 711 then 988
Support Networks and Resources
- Optum Crisis Line (877-855-1317): Exclusively for Oscar Health members, this 24/7 support line offers confidential assistance at no cost. Optum's comprehensive resources also include the Live and Work Well site, ready to help you search for mental health providers and access self-help tools and assessments.
- Cigna Crisis Line (888-245-1491): For individuals enrolled in Cigna Healthcare + Oscar policies, Cigna provides a dedicated 24/7 crisis line. Additionally, Cigna + Oscar members have exclusive access to Talkspace, offering private online therapy sessions for convenient, immediate support.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233 | 1-800-787-3224 TTY): This service is available to anyone in need of crisis intervention, offering information and referrals to local services for victims of domestic violence and those helping them
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Anyone can reach out to this lifeline by calling or texting 988, or by chatting at 988lifeline.org/chat, for 24-hour, toll-free, confidential support. TTY users can dial 711 then 988.
- The Crisis Text Line (Text “Home” to 741741): Open to all, this text line connects you with a crisis counselor anytime you need to talk