Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Resources


Each September, the nation recognizes Suicide Prevention Awareness Month as a time to raise awareness, share with one another, and spread hope to spark meaningful action. 

Don’t suffer in silence, there are resources and help available. People and families can call, text, or chat 988 for 24/7 assistance for those in mental health crisis. 

The activation of 988 signifies a massive step for suicide prevention in communities across the nation. In addition to this critical resource there are additional resources organizations, community members, or individuals can utilize in Washington State to help promote mental health conservation and prevent suicide in their communities.

Suicide Prevention Resources

Youth Specific Resources

  • Bring Teen Mental Health First Aid to Your School or Youth Program – for Free! 
    Washington State University C.A.R.E.S. Program is offering Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) at no cost to Washington-based schools and youth organizations serving 9th–12th graders. This evidence-based program equips teens with the skills to support peers and connect them to trusted adults. Learn more or request a consultation at the WSU C.A.R.E.S. Education website.
  • Conéctate Contigo Mismo:  A new, free, and completely anonymous online mental health resource in Spanish for young adults in Washington State. Available 24/7 on any device with an internet browser, Conéctate provides personalized support for self-reflection, healthy coping strategies, and overall emotional well-being in Spanish—all while ensuring complete privacy. No personal or identifying information is collected.
  • Ditch the Label:  Mental health hub for advice, tools, and practical tips on navigating and improving your mental health. 
  • Seize the Awkward: Learn how to start the conversation with someone you love.
  • Teen Health Hub:  Find quality and accurate information on important health topics for youth (WA DOH).
  • Kids’ Mental Health Washington: The Health Care Authority (HCA) has partnered with Kids’ Mental Health Pierce County and Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) to stand up 10 KMHWA regional teams to serve all Kindergarten through 12th grade youth with behavioral health needs, regardless of insurance.

Veteran Specific Resources

  • Veterans Crisis Line: Veterans who are in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, or those who know a Veteran in crisis, can call the Veteran and Military Crisis Line for confidential support, 24 hours a day, at 800-273-8255, and press 1; send a text message to 838255; or chat online at the Veterans Crisis Line. 
  • VA Mental Health Support: Your mental health is a critical component to your overall wellness. If you are experiencing mental health challenges or suspect a family member would benefit from talking to a mental health provider, VA offers ways to help. Veterans and their family members can connect with support through in-person appointments at local VA facilities, telehealth sessions, and online resources. Learn more about how you or someone you care about can find help, either in your local community or online.
  • inTransition: The inTransition Program is a free confidential program that provides specialized coaching and assistance for service members, National Guard members, reservists, veterans, and retirees who need access to mental health care when relocating to another assignment, returning from deployment, transitioning between active duty and reserve component, preparing to leave military service, or any other time they need a new mental health provider, or need a provider for the first time. Available online or by phone at 800-424-7877.

LGBTQIA+ Resources

  • The Trevor Project: The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis information and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. Phone: 1-866-488-7386 /  Online chat: TrevorChat / TrevorText: text START to 678678.
     

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