About HearMeWA
In 2016, a young person from Kennewick, Washington shared an idea to address the youth mental health crisis. He imagined a program that young people like him could contact anonymously to get the help they needed. His idea ultimately became HearMeWA, a resource made for and by Washington youth.
HearMeWA provides support by connecting youth to existing services and resources. Ideas from young people statewide, including members of the HearMeWA Youth Advisory Group, help shape the program and its commitment to antiracist, trauma-informed, and youth-centered values. HearMeWA is run by the Washington State Attorney General’s Office.
How it works
What happens when you reach out for help
Submitting a tip or concern to HearMeWA is easy and, if you choose, anonymous. Here’s how it works:
Contact HearMeWA via call, text, web, or app.
Speak to a crisis counselor about your tip or concern.
The counselor connects you with resources or someone near you who can help.
Follow up on a report or previous call at any time.
Do not provide identifying information if you want to remain anonymous.
Additional resources
More options if you or a friend needs help
HearMeWA was created for youth and young adults up to age 25 experiencing safety and well-being concerns. There are additional resources available that may be helpful to you or someone you know.
Teen Link
A peer-to-peer support line for teens by teens. 7 days a week, 6-10pm.
Call: 866-833-6546
Text: 866-833-6546
Chat
Teen Talk
Free, anonymous app for teens to request support from trained peers.
App Store
Google Play
Washington 211
Get connected at no cost to critical health and human services in your community.
Call: 211
Text: 211WAOD to 898211
Trevor Project
Suicide prevention and crisis intervention for LGBTQ+ young people.
Call: 1-866-488-7386
Text: START to 678-678
Chat
WA 988
24/7, free and confidential support for those thinking about suicide or hoping to prevent it.
Call: 988
Text: 988
Chat
Teen Health Hub
Get links to quality, accurate information on health topics that are important to you.
Trans Lifeline
Connecting trans people to the community support and resources needed to thrive.
Call: 877-565-8860
Learn about privacy and reporting
Terms of Use
Disclaimers
By submitting your information, you agree to the following Terms of Use.
Children under 13 must have a parent or legal guardian read and accept the following Terms of Use on their behalf and take full responsibility for compliance with the terms and conditions of this license.
Emergencies
This form should not be used for emergencies. You acknowledge and confirm that you understand that you should call 911 or contact the appropriate authorities by phone if this is time sensitive information.
Anonymity
- Provide no identifying information about yourself if you wish to remain anonymous (e.g., name, age, race, gender, address, etc.).
- If you provide your name and/or contact information, you acknowledge that it will be provided to assist in resolving the concern or threat you are reporting.
- Your tip submission is a public record. All or parts of your tip submission may be disclosed in response to a Public Records Request. To learn how we safeguard your personal information, please read our Privacy Policy.
Improper Use
- Do not use this form to make threats, cause harm, or provide false information. Per RCW 9A.76.175, a person who knowingly makes a false or misleading material statement to a public servant is guilty of a gross misdemeanor. “Material statement” means a written or oral statement reasonably likely to be relied upon by a public servant in the discharge of his or her official powers or duties.
Submission and Disposition
- We make no guarantees regarding the examination or action taken by law enforcement or public safety personnel in response to the information you submit.
- Although we use different tools to protect your information, we cannot guarantee that it will be 100% secure or delivered on time.
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How can HearMeWA improve?
Got ideas on how we can make HearMeWA better? Your feedback helps us support Washington youth. Let us know what we can improve about our website, our helpline, or anything else.
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