Inside The Hope Line | Supporting Students & Young Adults Through Mental Health Struggles

In this episode of the cityCURRENT Show, Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Tim Altman, President and CEO of The Hope Line, to discuss how the organization has become one of the nation’s leading resources for students and young adults facing crisis, loneliness, anxiety, depression, and emotional struggles. What began as a way to support listeners of the Dawson McAllister Live radio show has grown into a global nonprofit outreach providing free resources including live chat with Hope Coaches, email mentors, podcasts, blogs, eBooks, and crisis support tools designed to help people feel seen, heard, and supported. In this conversation, Tim shares: • The history and evolution of The Hope Line • The biggest challenges young people are facing today • Why loneliness, anxiety, and hopelessness are growing concerns • How digital connection can become a lifeline for those struggling • The importance of hope, empathy, and human connection in healing This episode is a powerful reminder that sometimes one conversation, one message, or one moment of encouragement can completely change — and even save — a life. To learn more or access free resources, visit thehopeline.com.