The ripple effects of substance abuse and suicide are quantifiable and immense. I know firsthand how difficult it is to lose a loved one to suicide. I’m a suicide loss survivor. My father struggled with extreme mental illness and died by suicide when I was just nine years old. Ten years later, my sister died by suicide. In a lot of different...
Native & Strong Lifeline – the first state-funded helpline dedicated to serving Native communities specifically – launched on November 10th as part of the 988 call center operated by Volunteers of America Western Washington (VOAWW). The service offers Native communities in Washington state 24/7 emotional support over the helpline, and...
In partnership with Lines for Life, the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs have dedicated a satellite YouthLine call center on the Warm Springs reservation in Central Oregon. As we partner with the Warm Springs community, tribal elders, and service programs, our shared goals are to destigmatize discussions of mental health, increase help-seeking...
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Wildhorse Foundation Helps YouthLine Expand Suicide Prevention and Wellness Support for Oregon Schools
For More Information, Contact:Jered WeberCommunications DirectorLines for [email protected] Foundation Helps YouthLine Expand Suicide Prevention and Wellness Support for Oregon SchoolsFunding will help YouthLine provide Mini-grants that empower schools...
