"I have two teenage daughters and I see how this has grown and I really want to help people and I want to educate and prevent," said helpline volunteer Anna Moon.

Volunteers like Moon will be answering the phones when people call 1-833-HOPE-123 or 1-833-467-3123.

"It may be a parent that wants to get help for their child or loved one," said Moon. "Then what happens is that we give them a resource depending on what their need is."

McLaughlin said the helpline can be a starting point for people who don't know where to turn.

"We want to know where we have beds available not just in this county but throughout various counties," said McLaughlin. "Keeping our fingers on the pulse not only what's going on in treatment, but also making sure we have our finger on the pulse of those that need help so when they call we're ready to spring into action."

Right now, the helpline has about 30 volunteers that work four-hour shifts. Moon said they're in need of more.

"As far as the qualifications go, just some empathy, some compassion and the willingness to help other people," said Moon.

While the hotline is meant to provide information, resources and referrals, Moon said it's more than that.

"People know that others care about them and that they can pick up that phone and call and someone is there to listen," she said. "Sometimes, it's just that they want someone to listen."

If you’re interested in volunteering, you can send an email to Renscohelpline@gmail.com