Overview of Teen Line - Teen Line is a hotline for teenagers in crisis, offering support via calls, texts, and emails without judgment [1] - Teen Line is run by Dee Hirsch Mental Health Services [3] - Teen Line operates from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM Pacific Time [4] Reach and Impact - Teen Line expects to connect with over 10,000 teens this year [2] - 89% of the youth who contact Teen Line report feeling better after the interaction [3] - Teen Line aims to provide support before major crises occur [5] Volunteers and Training - Teen Line utilizes over 100 high school volunteers [5] - Volunteers undergo a thorough selection process and 65 hours of training [6] - Volunteers are always supervised by adults [6] Funding and Resources - Private donations support Teen Line's operations [5] - Government spending cuts and policy changes have impacted other mental health services, highlighting the importance of private support for Teen Line [5] Contact Information - Teen Line's phone number is 800-852-8336 [8] - The Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available by calling or texting 988 [8]