Suicide Prevention

24/7 CRISIS LINES:

All lines have TTY option.

Todas las líneas tienen opción en español.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial: 988
Chat
Disaster Distress Helpline Phone: 1-800-985-5990 Text: "TalkWithUs" to 66746
 Disaster Distress Helpline
Dial: 800-985-5990
Text: TalkWithUs to 66746
Crisis Intervention for LGBTQ Youth  866-488-7386
The Trevor Project
Dial: 866-488-7386
Text: 678678
Chat
Veterans Crisis Line
Dial: 988 then press 1
Text: 838255
Chat
MCAT
Dial: 315-732-MCAT (6228)
Toll Free: 844-732-MCAT

Warning signs:

  • Threats or comments about killing themselves, also known as suicidal ideation
  • Increased alcohol and drug use
  • Aggressive behavior
  • Social withdrawal from friends, family and the community
  • Dramatic mood swings
  • Talking, writing or thinking about death
  • Impulsive or reckless behavior

Suicide Prevention Network of Delaware County

The Suicide Prevention Network of Delaware County is a not-for-profit group established to address the high rates of suicide in Delaware County. The network consists of community partners and individuals from human services, mental health, substance abuse agencies, law enforcement, area hospitals, schools, and other community-based organizations. The goal of this group is to create a community of hopefulness, safety, and shared responsibility to prevent suicide by increasing awareness, promoting resiliency, and connecting to resources and support.

Network meetings are open to the public and are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 10:00am – 11:30am via zoom. Please call 607-832-5200 to confirm date and to obtain zoom link.


Delaware County Mental Health Clinic

The Delaware County Mental Health Clinic provides evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment to adults, families, adolescents and children residing within Delaware County. The clinic also offers consultation services to other county agencies. Crisis intervention and emergency care is provided.

Please note that 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline has replaced the National Suicide Lifeline.
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