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Where to go for the real thing

Vetted links to official sources — and the help lines worth saving in your phone.

If you need help now

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988, any time, for free, confidential support (U.S.). 988lifeline.org
Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741 to reach a trained counselor.
National Alliance for Eating Disorders — daytime helpline at 1-866-662-1235. allianceforeatingdisorders.com
211 — call or text 211 for local help with food, housing, bills, and more. 211.org
In an emergency, call 911.

These are trustworthy starting points run by government agencies and nonprofits. Dadgree isn't affiliated with them, and we can't control their content — but they're where we'd send our own kids.

Money & Credit

Taxes & Benefits

  • IRS — Free File & toolsOfficial tax info and free filing options for simple returns.
  • SSA.govSocial Security card replacement and your earnings record.
  • USA.govA directory to nearly any government service or agency.

Health & Insurance

  • HealthCare.govThe health-insurance marketplace and plain explanations of how coverage works.
  • MentalHealth.govWhere to start if you or someone you know needs mental-health support.

Housing, Moving & Civic

  • USPS Change of AddressOfficially forward your mail when you move.
  • Vote.govRegister to vote and check your state's rules and deadlines.
  • Ready.govGovernment emergency-preparedness checklists and plans.

Safety & Fraud

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