SafeSpot — National Child & Teen Helpline

24/7 · Under 18 · Free

SafeSpot is Jamaica's national child and teen helpline, operated by the Office of the Children's Advocate in partnership with UNICEF and the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica. The service is available 24 hours a day, free, anonymous, and confidential for anyone under 18. Young people can reach SafeSpot by phone on 888-723-3776 (888-SAFE-SPOT), WhatsApp, web chat, Instagram, and Snapchat. Counsellors handle bullying, abuse, mental-health distress, family conflict, and suicidal thoughts. Website: safespotja.com.

Contact Information

Phone: 888-723-3776

Website: https://safespotja.com

About mental health in Jamaica

Mental health support is available across Jamaica through public and private services. The Bellevue Hospital in Kingston is the main public psychiatric facility. University Hospital and private practitioners across Kingston, Mobay, and Mandeville offer confidential counselling and therapy. Choose Life International runs a 24/7 suicide prevention hotline. Faith-based and community support groups meet across all parishes.

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