Suicide Prevention Resources

For anyone in crisis or with loved ones at risk of suicide:

• Don't want to talk on the phone, try chatting online with a trained crisis counselor at Lifeline Crisis Chat.

• Want to chat via text? Text TALK to 741741 any time to chat with a crisis counselor who will help you get the support you need.

• Find out what resources the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) has to offer you or your loved one.

• If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can contact the Lifeline via TTY by dialing 800-799-4889.

• When in doubt, call or text 9-1-1.

Personalized resources are available for many groups including LGBTQ+ individuals, teens, and veterans and military service men and women. See the listings below:

LiveOn

LiveOn Utah is a statewide campaign focused on raising awareness about suicide prevention and mental health support in Utah. The campaign promotes hope, resilience, and the importance of seeking help for those struggling with mental health challenges. Through education, outreach, and community engagement, LiveOn Utah encourages individuals to talk openly about mental health, reduce stigma, and connect people to available resources. The campaign aims to prevent suicide by fostering a culture of support and providing tools for individuals to take action and support one another.

If you or a loved one in the LGBTQ+ community are facing a crisis and would like support from someone who may better understand your needs, consider these resources created specifically for you:

• The Trevor Project offers a number of resources for you including:

  • A 24/7 TrevorLifeline can be reached by calling 1-866-488-7386. Call them any time.

  • Talk with a crisis counselor online via TrevorChat. Available 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. mountain time daily.

  • Text TrevorText by sending TREVOR to 678678. Available 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. mountain time daily.

• Trans Lifeline is available 24/7 for transgender people, staffed by transgender people. Call (877) 565-8860 any time for support.

• Youth OUTreach, a program of Ogden Pride, is available for LGBTQ+ teens in Northern Utah.

• Reach out to the LGBT National Resource Center.

• Looking to learn how to support your LGBT loved one? Check out the Family Acceptance Project or Encircle, a Utah-based LGBTQ+ Family and Youth Resource Center.

Many suicide prevention resources exist especially for teens. Those include:

• The Safe UT App provides 24/7 access to crisis counseling or tip reporting for youth in the state of Utah. Available on Android and iOS.

• Reach out to your school counselor—they are a great resource and have access to plenty of support to assist you.

• If your school has a HOPE Squad and you're comfortable doing so, consider reaching out to one of its members. They can connect you with the right resources and support.

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• Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide

Our service members face a range of unique and challenging experiences throughout their careers. Specialized resources for service members and veterans provide essential support and comfort for those in need. These resources include:"

• The Veterans Crisis Line has many options for veterans in crisis or needing mental health support including:

  • A 24/7 telephone crisis line for veterans at 988, then press 1.

  • A 24/7 text line: just text to 838255 any time.

  • An online chat service.

  • Support for deaf and hard of hearing veterans.

• Trained health resource consultants are available through Real Warriors. With a live chat option, and a 24/7 hotline, their consultants are ready to talk, listen, and provide guidance. You can also call them at 800-424-7877 24/7 including holidays.

• The U.S. Military also has a list of specializes services available to service members and their loved ones.