National Runaway Safeline (NRS)
(Agency)
Confidential, 24/7 crisis intervention for runaway and homeless youth and their families via phone, chat, email, text, and bulletin board. Referrals, conference calling with a parent upon youth's request, conflict mediation, and information hotline. Free bus tickets home to family or shelter for qualified youth ages 12-21. Call or text 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) or visit www.1800runaway.org​
Eligibility: Confidential, 24/7 crisis intervention for runaway and homeless youth and their families via phone, chat, email, text, and bulletin board. Referrals, conference calling with a parent upon youth's request, conflict mediation, and information hotline. Free bus tickets home to family or shelter for qualified youth ages 12-21. Call or text 1-800-RUNAWAY (786-2929) or visit www.1800runaway.org
Application Process: Call or go online for information and services, at 800-786-2929 (1-800-RUNAWAY) or 1800RUNAWAY.org
Required Documentation: None
Fees: None
United States and its territories, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
Contact
Text: 66008
Fax: 773-929-5150
Hot-Line: 800-786-2929 (1-800-RUNAWAY)
Business Line: 773-880-9860
Email: info@1800RUNAWAY.org
Website: www.1800runaway.org
3141B North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago IL 60657
Hours
24 Hours / 7 Days
Array
Staff
Disabilities Access
Not applicable; services provided off-site
