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Honoring Juneteenth: A Continued Commitment to Black Mental Health
At Lines for Life, our Equity Team honors Juneteenth not just in remembrance. Through action we recognize that freedom is more than a moment in history. It is the ongoing pursuit of equity, wellness, and opportunity for Black communities. That’s why our work is rooted in ensuring everyone has access to culturally responsive mental health tools and resources, substance use prevention, and community-centered support systems.
Breaking Barriers: Construction CareLine Offers Lifesaving Support for Oregon’s Construction Workers
Construction workers face dangers every day on the job site, but the most significant threat they encounter isn’t from heavy machinery or hazardous materials. Tragically, construction workers are six times more likely to die by suicide than from any workplace accident. This sobering reality has prompted Lines for Life to launch a new resource specifically designed for Oregon’s construction community.
Leaders in Construction Industry Announce Comprehensive Plan for Suicide Prevention and Mental Health
Portland, Oregon. Eight of the nation’s leading general contractors have unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to improve mental health and reduce suicide rates in the construction industry. These companies—together representing over $75 billion in annual revenue—have built communities, neighborhoods, and iconic skylines across the Western United States.
Suicide Prevention Month
From Loss to Leadership: Rebuilding Mental Health in Construction Culture
In an industry known for building structures that withstand the elements, the toughest challenges are often the emotional ones. The construction industry faces a hidden crisis claiming more lives than workplace accidents ever could.The Shocking Reality Behind Hard HatsConstruction...
Black History Month
Barbershops Have Long Been Mental Health Havens—Now They’re Expanding Their Support
Barbershops have always been more than just places for a fresh fade or a lineup. For generations, they've served as trusted community spaces—where conversations flow freely, where advice is given, and where people feel safe. Now, in Portland, they're becoming something even more...
Alcohol and Drug Facts
Alcohol? It’s Time to Rethink the Drink
Alcohol consumption is common in celebrations, social gatherings, and even as a way to unwind after a long day. However, many people don't realize the impact of alcohol on mental health, sleep quality, and emotional well-being.Here's a sobering fact: Excessive alcohol use contributes...
Equity
Addressing Mental Health in BIPOC Communities: How Lines for Life is Making a Difference
Breaking Barriers to Mental Health SupportMental health care is essential for everyone, but many Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) face stigma, discrimination, and a lack of culturally responsive support. These barriers often prevent individuals from seeking help.Lines...
Stories of Hope
Mother to Mother: A Lifeline Made of Hope
A Mother in DespairIsabella was thousands of miles away from her children1. Driven to ensure they had food, clothing, and a roof over their head, Isabella left her children with family members in her Latin American home country and immigrated to Oregon for work.The guilt and...
Suicide Prevention Month
Ask, Then Listen: LFL Volunteer Shares Tips for Starting a Conversation
Je has started hundreds of tricky conversations. As a Lines for Life volunteer, she answers calls from people looking for a way through anxiety, stress, loneliness, substance abuse, and thoughts of suicide.During her weekly volunteer shifts, Je listens, validates, and supports...
Service Members and Veterans
PTSD 101 – What it is and How to Support Someone
Our mental wellness is constantly changing. We all deserve support when we need it. Traumatic events impact everyone differently. For some people, the impacts of trauma can develop into Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), a diagnosis that is treatable with evidence-based therapies.Despite...
Mental Health Awareness Month
Finding Support Beyond Your Circle: Oregon’s Behavioral Health Support Line
How can you reach out when your go-to isn’t available?Sometimes we find ourselves needing support, but the people we would normally reach out to aren’t available. Times when: Your most trusted confidant is away on vacation. Your next treatment appointment is days, weeks, or months...
Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Lines for Life Honors API Heritage Month
Lines for Life Honors API Heritage MonthThis May, Lines for Life celebrates the diverse cultures and rich histories of the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) community by honoring API Heritage Month.Why May? May holds special significance for API heritage in America, as it commemorates...
Mental Health Awareness Month
Reaching Out Despite the Obstacles
What keeps you from reaching out?Everyone needs support sometimes. But reaching out can be difficult. At some point, you may have talked yourself out of sharing a challenging experience with phrases like:I’ll be judged by my experiences.I can’t trust that what I say will be kept...
