988 Frequently Asked Questions
These frequently asked questions are designed to help you better understand the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
Being A Good Relative: A Training for Crisis Counselors Responding to Native Callers, Texters, and Chatters Course
“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.”
Mental Health Diagnoses and Access to Care Among LGBTQ+ Young People
“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
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
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.
Current Safety Needs for Michigan Schools: A Review of Your Top Concerns
This webinar reviews findings from MSSI’s 2024 state-wide needs assessment and highlights top reported concerns, such as student mental health, social media monitoring, staff wellness, and more.
Introducing the Michigan School Safety Initiative: Free Support For School Safety
This webinar introduces the comprehensive, evidence-based approach to school safety and the free services offered, including one-on-one support. Resources are designed to assist school communities in choosing school safety measures that best fit their needs and unique environments.