Out-of-state individuals may contact Hawai‘i CARES 988 for limited support. Hawai‘i CARES 988 connects individuals to resources ONLY throughout the state of Hawai‘i. Hawai‘i CARES 988 crisis counselors will work to contact crisis services or 911 in another state if needed. For individuals seeking phone counseling, Hawaii CARES 988 will transfer out-of-state individuals to a warm-line.

Callers to 988 with an 808 number will likely get referred to Hawai‘i CARES 988, even if they are geographically located outside of the state. In those circumstances, the Hawai‘i CARES 988 will work to transfer you to your local call center nearest to you.

Callers to 988 with an out-of-state (non-808) phone number will not get referred to Hawai‘i CARES 988 but may be transferred to Hawai‘i CARES 988 if requested by the caller. If you wish to call Hawai‘i CARES 988 specifically, you are recommended to call the Hawai‘i CARES 988 phone number 808-832-3100.