Resources

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If you are having suicidal thoughts and have developed a plan and the means to harm or kill yourself (or someone else), this is an immediate mental health crisis and you should go to the nearest hospital emergency room (if you can do so safely and/or have a person you trust take you) or dial 911 or 988 for immediate assistance.  

In many cases, you may be able to avoid police involvement if you are able to safely get to the hospital emergency room without having to call 911, however this may not be possible in certain situations.  988 is also a great crisis resource for those in Central MD.

If you are not having an immediate mental health crisis, additional helpful resources are below.

Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime, about any type of crisis. Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information via text.

Call (800) 273-8255,  (Veterans - Press “1”)  

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Provides supportive resources, interventions, and coping skills to individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts and/or depression.  Talk with someone by phone or use the Chat feature on the website: suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Phone: 888-333-2377  

Provides referrals to support groups, mental health professionals, resources on loss and suicide prevention information.