September is Suicide Prevention Month

Suicide Prevention Month Resources

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Below are local and national resources.

Local Resources

Crisis Clinic of Thurston and Mason Counties

• 360-586-2800
• The Crisis Clinic provides compassionate support and resources to empower those in crisis.

Washington Recovery Help Line

• 1-866-789-1511
• The Washington Recovery Help Line offers anonymous, confidential, 24-hour help line for Washington State residents who are experiencing substance use disorder, problem gambling, and/or a mental health challenge.

National Resources

Call or Text 988

• The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources

IASP

• The International Association for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to preventing suicide and suicidal behaviour and alleviating its effects.

World Health Organization

• Preventing suicide: Information for teachers and other people working in schools

Pan American Health Organization

• The Pan American Health Organization is the international health agency for the Americas and the Regional Office of the World Health Organization.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

• The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education, and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.

Español

Ayuda En Español Lifeline

• 1-888-628-9454
• Ayuda En Español Lifeline ofrece 24/7, gratuito servicios en español, no es necesario hablar ingles si usted necesita ayuda: 1-888-628-9454