Suicide Help
How to Help and Prevent
Be Aware that…
If an individual has suicidal thoughts, the first step is to contact his/her therapist, mental health provider, or a psychiatrist. This professional is technically the first responder; however, if they are not available in a time of need, do not wait to get them help.
Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
If you suspect someone is suicidal…
The following is a list of resources available in Wake County for those at risk for suicidal thoughts and actions.
Crisis and Assessment Services in Wake County can be contacted on the phone or can be visited in person. This center is a central access point for evaluation and entry into various psychiatric hospitals. 107 Sunnybrook Rd, Raleigh – 919-250-1260.
Wake County Access Center is available 24-hours a day. Call 919-250-3133 or toll-free 866-518-6784. If an individual has no mental health provider and is interested in receiving mental health services in Wake County, give the Center a call immediately.
CIT Officers – Crisis Intervention Trained. This is an accredited 40-hour training program to help law enforcement (and some EMS / paramedics) deal with individuals with mental health issues. If you call 911, request a CIT officer. If an individual is in immediate danger, do not be afraid to call 911.
Mobile Crisis Team is a team of trained counselors who will go to an individual’s house and provide a face-to-face intervention and help develop a crisis plan for the person or help bring them to a crisis center or hospital if needed. 1-877-626-1772.
Holly Hill Hospital operates independently as a private hospital, but often coordinates with Wake County Crisis and Assessment Services. They offer inpatient and ‘partial-hospitalization’ services for children, adolescents, adults and elderly adults. They can be contacted 24/7 at 919-250-7000.
HopeLine — You can always reach out to HopeLine if you are unsure of what steps to take or how to get help. We are available to support you and walk you through the steps of getting help for yourself or others. 919-231-4525
(List borrowed from HopeLine.org)
If you suspect someone is suicidal…
The following is a list of resources available in Wake County for those at risk for suicidal thoughts and actions.
Crisis and Assessment Services in Wake County can be contacted on the phone or can be visited in person. This center is a central access point for evaluation and entry into various psychiatric hospitals. 107 Sunnybrook Rd, Raleigh – 919-250-1260.
Wake County Access Center is available 24-hours a day. Call 919-250-3133 or toll-free 866-518-6784. If an individual has no mental health provider and is interested in receiving mental health services in Wake County, give the Center a call immediately.
CIT Officers – Crisis Intervention Trained. This is an accredited 40-hour training program to help law enforcement (and some EMS / paramedics) deal with individuals with mental health issues. If you call 911, request a CIT officer. If an individual is in immediate danger, do not be afraid to call 911.
Mobile Crisis Team is a team of trained counselors who will go to an individual’s house and provide a face-to-face intervention and help develop a crisis plan for the person or help bring them to a crisis center or hospital if needed. 1-877-626-1772.
Holly Hill Hospital operates independently as a private hospital, but often coordinates with Wake County Crisis and Assessment Services. They offer inpatient and ‘partial-hospitalization’ services for children, adolescents, adults and elderly adults. They can be contacted 24/7 at 919-250-7000.
HopeLine — You can always reach out to HopeLine if you are unsure of what steps to take or how to get help. We are available to support you and walk you through the steps of getting help for yourself or others. 919-231-4525
(List borrowed from HopeLine.org)
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