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About the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
If you or someone you know are experiencing symptoms of a mental health crisis, you are not alone. The 988 lifeline connects callers with licensed counselors ready to assist. Veterans and Spanish speakers have the option to choose a line best suited for them.
Acerca de 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Si usted o alguien que conoce está experimentando sÃntomas de una crisis de salud mental, no está solo. La lÃnea de vida 988 conecta a las personas que llaman con consejeros autorizados listos para ayudar. Los veteranos y los hispanohablantes tienen la opción de elegir la lÃnea que más les convenga.
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Una vez que se conectan a Illinois Life Line, las personas que llaman reciben apoyo de manera individual de trabajadores de crisis capacitados en prevención de suicidios y reducción y estabilización. A partir de ahÃ, brindan recursos adicionales o envÃan intervenciones en persona.n por un experto en crisispersona.
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988 es gratis, disponible 24/7, y confidencial
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La LÃnea Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio ahora es 988
El número de teléfono anterior de Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255), permanecerá disponible para personas con angustia emocional o crisis suicida.
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The 988 Rollout Timeline
August 2019
The FCC, Department of Veterans Affairs, and the North American Numbering Council recommend the use of 988 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
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July 2020
The FCC designates 988 as the new 3-digit phone number for individuals in crisis.
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October 2020
The National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2020 was signed into law, incorporating 988 into statute as the new Lifeline and Veterans Crisis Line phone number.
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November 2021
The FCC adopted rules to expand access to text 988 to directly reach the Lifeline to better support at-risk communities in crisis, including youth and individuals with disabilities.
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July 16, 2022
All phone companies and text messaging providers are required to route all calls and text messages to “988” to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. (988 Facts Sheet, 2022)
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988 Frequently Asked Questions
The Lifeline is there to help callers during a crisis and connect them to additional local resources, as needed.
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Can I use 988 for a substance use crisis?
If you're experiencing a medical emergency, dial 911. The 988 Lifeline accepts calls, texts, and chats from anyone who needs support for a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis.
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Is 988 different than 911?
988 was established to meet the growing need for suicide and mental health-related crisis care. With the 988 Lifeline number, 911 is now used to dispatch Emergency Medical Services, fire, and police as needed.
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What happens when I call 988?
Callers who use 988 will have their call routed to the nearest available crisis worker. Trained crisis counselors answer each call and provide support and resources as needed.
Mental health illness is common and treatable. To learn more or access care, discover Mental Health Resources in LaSalle County.