T.A.L.K. More

with 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline!

All September long, we’re asking you to T.A.L.K. (Take Action with Love and Kindness) More to save lives. This week, we encourage you to educate yourself and others about 988, the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. See below for two quick ways to take action!

1. Spread the Word About 988

988 is the new three-digit code that offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people having mental health-related distress. People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who might need crisis support.  

• To learn more, check out two brief videos, each less than a minute long: What is 988? and What Happens When I Call?

• Then, share these videos on your social media accounts (tag #TALKmore22) so that others can learn!

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2. Find Help With 988's Resources

In addition to crisis counseling, 988 also provides resources focused on specific groups' unique needs. Check out 988’s “Help Yourself” page and find vital information on youth, veterans, attempt survivors, Black mental health, maternal mental health, and much more.

• We invite you to explore 988's “Help Yourself” page and pick at least one topic to learn about.

• Then, check out the information on that topic and share out one thing you learned on social media using the hashtag #TALKmore22!

Suicide Prevention & Crisis Resources

• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988, or chat at https://988lifeline.org/chat  
• Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis: llama al 988 o envía un texto al 988, o chat via https://988lifeline.org/chat (en inglés)  
• Deaf and Hard of Hearing: for TTY users, use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988 
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 
• The Trevor Project (LGBTQ youth): call 1-866-488-7386, text START to 678678, or visit TrevorChat (https://www.thetrevorproject.org/webchat) 

Contact Our Center

Toll-Free: (888)-945-9377  Email: NTTACinfo@cars-rp.org

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This announcement is supported by SAMHSA of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award over five years (2020-2025) with 100 percent funded by SAMHSA/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by SAMHSA/HHS, or the U.S. Government.