Reply A switch to a three-digit suicide crisis hotline will change how people in 82 area codes, including in New Jersey, call their neighbors. (Shutterstock) NEW JERSEY — Many residents in multiple states, including New Jersey, will soon be required to dial all 10 digits to make local calls within their areas codes after the Federal Communications Commission adopted 988 as a new three-digit number to be used nationwide to reach the National Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Line. The change in the hotline number doesn't take place for more than a year; until July 16, 2022, people should continue to dial 1-800-273-TALK to reach the crisis hotline.