Teen Lifeline Inc

Teen Lifeline is a life saving resource for Arizona’s youth.

The Hotline

The hotline itself is the heart of why we exist. We are here to save lives, and when the phone rings we get the chance. In 2013 we will receive over 11,000 hotline calls from teens across Arizona that feel they have no where else to turn. On average, one of four calls is depression and suicide related. This is when our purpose is most clearly seen.

Peer To Peer

The biggest factor that separates Teen Lifeline from other crisis hotlines is the people who answer the phone. We understand that when teens want to talk about their problems, more often than not, they turn to other teens. Our volunteers can empathize and understand the problems of the callers because, in many cases, they have or are going through the same things themselves. The Life Skills Development program provides our Peer Counselors the highest quality training, ongoing development, adult mentorship, peer support and real-world job training. In exchange for their service to other teens, these Peer Counselors learn the value of volunteerism, the importance of responsibility, fundamental communication and life skills. go through an intense training consisting of.

More Than A Hotline...

Teen Lifeline is reaching thousands more every year than just the 11,000 who call our hotline. Through our Community Education and Outreach program, Teen Lifeline is able to reach over 35,000 people every year. Our presentations not only spread our name and hotline number, but also educate the community on important issues. Presentations include education on suicide prevention, bullying, stress, coping and grief. These efforts go from middle schools and high schools to corporations and bus drivers.