Northeast Ohio suicide prevention resources: How to find help

CLEVELAND– Help is out there for anyone who has thoughts of suicide.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 provides free and confidential support for people in crisis. The Crisis Text Line is also available 24/7 by texting “HOME” to 741741. If there is immediate danger, call 911.

LifeAct, a partner with University Hospitals and Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, educates teens on the warning signs of suicide. The nonprofit organization says if someone has several of the following symptoms, lasting for at least two weeks to seek help:

Restlessness and irritability, increased anger or fighting
Loss of interest in ordinary activities
Feelings of hopelessness or desperation
Feelings of guilty, worthlessness or shame
Persistent sad, anxious or empty mood
Declining school performace
Change in sleeping patterns
Change in appetite or weight
Decreased energy or fatigue
Decreased ability to concentrate, remember or make decisions
Increased alcohol or drug use
Thoughts of death

Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Services’ Be Present campaign encourages friends and classmates to step up and provided support. More information on how to get involved here.

National resources:

Crisis Text Line
Text “HOME” to 741741

Ditch The Label for help against bullying

Loveisrespect for young people in abusive relationships
1-866-331-9474
Text “loveis” to 22522

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255

The Trevor Project for LGBTQ youth
1-866-488-7386

You Matter for help with addiction, anxiety, eating disorders and self-harm

Northeast Ohio resources:

Alternative Paths, Medina County
330-725-9195

Ashtabula County Mental Health and Recovery Services
440-992-3121
1-800-577-7849

Coleman Professional Services, Ravenna
330-296-3555

Community Mental Healthcare
Carroll County: 330-627-5240
Tuscarawas County: 330-343-1811