Prioritizing Prevention: Suicide Awareness Month
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death for youth and young adults in the United States and among the top ten causes of all people in Michigan (CDC, 2024, 2017). Prevention is possible. There are numerous support resources available for people who are struggling as well as for the people who support them.
That’s why, this month, we created a compilation of recent resources and trainings centered around suicide prevention and crisis support, including training for crisis counselors, direct support lines for frontline workers, and a video series from survivors who have lived through suicidal ideation and attempts. As always, please don’t hesitate to contact us if you’re looking for more!
988 Frequently Asked Questions
SAMHSA
Last updated July 2025
These frequently asked questions are designed to help you better understand the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Information includes the difference between 911, 988, and 211; what happens when someone calls/texts/chats with 988; wait time averages; calling on behalf of others; and more.
Being A Good Relative: A Training for Crisis Counselors Responding to Native Callers, Texters, and Chatters Course
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
2025
“Suicide is a leading cause of death among American Indian and Alaska Native people. This training will help you build your knowledge of Indigenous people while learning to balance that knowledge with an understanding that there is always more to learn. Through education, scenarios, and knowledge checks, this course will help you understand how to better support Indigenous individuals in crisis.”
*This webinar is free but requires an account creation and login
Mental Health Diagnoses and Access to Care Among LGBTQ+ Young People
The Trevor Project
May 2025
“These findings highlight the substantial mental health needs among LGBTQ+ youth, both those with and without a formal diagnosis. While anxiety disorders, MDD, and ADHD were the most commonly reported diagnoses, many young people experienced multiple co-occurring conditions, and nearly a quarter of those with a diagnosis reported having four or more conditions.”
Facing Suicide – Video series
PBS
September 2022
LPC, Shani Tran, brings together others with lived experience of suicidal ideation, including her own, to share about their experiences asking for help, sustaining their mental health, healing, and more.
Michigan Peer Warmline
MDHHS
This is a phone service that provides support to Michiganders who are struggling. The phone lines are open 10am-2am daily. Number: 888-733-7753
Frontline Strong Together
“This website, created by first responders and mental health experts together, provides 24/7 live support, effective resources, and cutting-edge services to prevent and alleviate PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other frontline work-related mental health challenges.” Number: 833-347-8766
Veterans Crisis Line
The Veterans Crisis Line can help even if you’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care.
- Phone: 988 then press 1
- Online chat: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help-now/chat/
- Text: 838255
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
This organization aims to advance the implementation of the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention. They provide trainings, resources, and consultation for professionals supporting others.