Die Dargebotene Hand / La Main Tendue
Switzerland's listening line on 143, in German, French and Italian.
143 has operated since 1957 and is answered by trained volunteers across Switzerland's language regions. Calls are confidential and you do not have to give your name.
It exists for anyone who needs to talk, whatever the reason — not only for a crisis.
Die Dargebotene Hand 143
Confidential listening by phone.
- Switzerland
- 143
Call 143
Hours not confirmed
- You do not have to give your name
- Charged at your standard rate
Checked 27 August 2026 against their own page
People contact them about: thinking about suicide, nothing feels worth it, depression, completely alone, a relationship has ended.
Other organisations
- Pro Juventute 147Switzerland's round-the-clock support line for young people, run by Pro Juventute.
- SamaritansFree, 24-hour listening for anyone who is struggling — you do not have to be suicidal to call, and you do not have to give your name.
- Samaritans of Singapore (SOS)Singapore's 24-hour hotline on 1767, with a WhatsApp text service alongside it.
- Lifeline AotearoaA 24/7 telephone and text counselling service staffed by trained volunteers and counsellors.
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We are not affiliated with Die Dargebotene Hand / La Main Tendue and we do not speak for them. This page describes their service as they publish it; their own site is always the authority.