Who we are

We befriend the despairing and suicidal.

Lifeline provides confidential emotional support for people experiencing despair, loneliness, emotional distress or suicidal thoughts.

Since 1980, Lifeline has served Trinidad and Tobago through a volunteer-driven listening service rooted in anonymity, confidentiality and care. Our work is guided by the belief that no one should have to face their darkest moments alone.

Through listening, outreach, volunteer support and public education, Lifeline continues to help break the stigma around mental health and suicide, while reminding people that support is available.

01 Confidential

Support is offered with respect for privacy, dignity and trust.

02 Anonymous

People can reach out without fear of judgment or exposure.

03 Volunteer-driven

Listeners give their time to be there for others when it matters most.

How You Can Engage

Take Action with Lifeline

Learn how Lifeline works, support the listening service, partner with us, or stay updated through our newsletter.

Need someone to talk to? Call Lifeline: 800-5588 / 866-5433 / 220-3636 Confidential. Anonymous. Toll-free.

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Learn how Lifeline protects confidentiality, safety and responsible service.

Donations Support Lifeline

Help keep Lifeline available for people who need confidential emotional support.

Collaborate Partner With Us

Work with Lifeline through outreach, events, partnerships and community support.

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Our Story

Since 1976, Lifeline has been listening.

Lifeline began in November 1976 with ten founding members who believed that people in despair needed somewhere safe to turn. By June 1978, Lifeline was offering a 12-hour daily listening service from Curepe, and in June 1980 it was registered as a charitable organisation.

Access to Lifeline continued to grow. In March 1985, the service expanded to 24 hours daily, and in June 1985 Lifeline acquired its own phone line: 645-2800. In June 2017, Lifeline expanded 24-hour access through toll-free lines from TSTT and Digicel, with free Flow-to-Flow access.

1976 First meeting of Lifeline’s ten founding members.

1978 Began a 12-hour daily listening service from Curepe.

1985 Expanded to 24 hours daily and acquired 645-2800.

2017 Expanded access through 800-5588, 231-2824 and 220-3636.

Our Patron

Mrs. Zalayhar Hassanali

Former First Lady of Trinidad & Tobago

Lifeline is honoured to have Mrs. Zalayhar Hassanali as our Patron. Since 1997, she has lent her name, example and longstanding commitment to community service to support Lifeline’s mission of befriending the despairing and suicidal.

Her lifelong work in charity, women’s empowerment, child rights and education reflects the values of care, dignity and service that continue to guide Lifeline’s work in Trinidad and Tobago.

Read Our Patron’s Statement

Governance & Support

Council of Management

Lifeline is guided by a Council of Management and supported by staff, trained Listeners and professional consultants who help sustain the listening service and wider work of the organisation.

Contact Lifeline

For general enquiries, partnerships, volunteer support or organisational matters, contact Lifeline by email or save Lifeline’s contact details.

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Helpline Assistants

Two full-time Helpline Assistants help anchor the listening service during the day and support the continuity of Lifeline’s operations.

Listeners

Lifeline is supported by dedicated volunteer Listeners who provide confidential emotional support to persons experiencing despair, loneliness and suicidal thoughts.

Consultants

Professional consultants in psychology, psychiatry, social work, law and related fields provide guidance and expertise to support Lifeline’s work.

Be part of Lifeline’s next chapter

Help keep the listening service available.

Lifeline’s work depends on people and organisations who believe in listening, confidentiality, care and community support. You can contribute by volunteering, partnering with us, or supporting the service through a donation.

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