September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Join us to spread awareness about suicide prevention and resources available to help.
Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone and is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Know the signs. Find the words. Reach out. Suicidal thoughts should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues. Research shows people who are having thoughts of suicide feel relief when someone asks after them in a caring manner, and talking about suicide may reduce rather than increase suicidal ideation.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
Call, chat or text 24/7: 988 | 988lifeline.org.
Community Resources
- El Dorado County Behavioral Health, 24-hour crisis line: 530.544.2219
- Tahoe Youth & Family Services, 24-hour crisis line: 800.870.8937
- Live Violence Free, 24-hour crisis line: 530.544.4444
- NAMI Support Group: 530.306.4101/ NAMI.org
- Suicide Prevention Network: 775.783.1510
Or view a list of Barton Health and other local Behavioral Health resources.