Crisis Line

Emergency?

If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency or are in immediate danger, call 911 immediately.

Who It's For

The JFS Crisis Line is available exclusively for current JFS clients who need emotional support outside of regular business hours.

What It Is

The Crisis Line connects callers directly with an on-call social worker for after-hours assistance. It is not intended for emergency situations.

Crisis Line Hours:

Monday – Thursday

8:00 PM – 9:00 AM

Weekends

Friday 2:00 PM – Monday 9:00 AM

To speak with the on-call JFS clinician,
call 973-777-7638 and press “*” when the office is closed.

Regular Business Hours

Monday – Thursday

8:00 PM – 9:00 AM

Friday

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Additional Crisis Resources

The following organizations and resources may provide immediate support, guidance, and information during a mental health crisis:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Crisis Response 
Network Resources

Crisis Screening Center
(973-754-2230)

SAMHSA National Helpline

Mental Health First Aid

NAMI – Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)

WRAP: Post-Crisis Planning Tips

Addiction and Treatment Resources for Individuals with Disabilities

Alexander “Ozer” Herzog, LCSW