Suicide Prevention

CRISIS Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to text with a counselor who can help.

Suicide Crisis and Mental Health Infoline Call Infoline by dialing 2-1-1 from anywhere in Connecticut. You will speak to a caseworker who can help make it easier for you to find information, discover options or deal with a crisis. Infoline is certified by the American Association of Suicidology.

Suicide Prevention Lifeline  1-800-273-TALK (8255)
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

The Connect Suicide Prevention Program: Prevention/ Intervention and Postvention  www.TheConnectProgram.org

National Alliance on Mental Illness  www.namict.org

CT Suicide Advisory Board, www.preventsuicidect.org

Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention, www.actionallianceforsuicideprevention.org

Suicide Prevention Resource Center,  www.spcr.org

Who would you talk to if you were worried about someone?

  • At School: Guidance Counselor, Student Assistance Counselor, School Nurse, Teacher, WYFS counselor, School Resource Officer, School Administrator, Principal, Bus Driver, Coach, Custodian, Cafeteria staff
  • In the Community: Clergy or faith based organization, Medical personnel, WYFS or social service agency, Therapist, Neighbor, Friend of the person, Parents or family members, Employer
  • Call Emergency Hotline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or Text CRISIS text line at 741741

Are You a Survivor of Suicide?