Need Support Now?
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
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About 988
In 2020, Congress designated the new 988 dialing code to be operated through the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. SAMHSA sees 988 as a first step towards a transformed crisis care system in America.
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988 Partner Toolkit
The 988 Partner Toolkit is intended to facilitate partner efforts for collaborative and aligned 988 communication planning.
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The Data
In 2020, the U.S. had one death by suicide every 11 minutes. Suicide is a leading cause of death for people aged 10-34 years.
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The Lifeline
There is hope. Providing 24/7, free and confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress works. The Lifeline helps thousands of people overcome crisis situations every day.
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SAMHSA 988 Funding
- 988 Tribal Response Cooperative Agreements Notice of Funding Opportunity
- Cooperative Agreements for States and Territories to Build Local 988 Capacity Grant Awards
- Lifeline Workforce and Infrastructure Grant Awards
- Cooperative Agreement for National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Supplement
- Track state 988 state legislation on NAMI’s website.
