Experiencing thoughts of suicide? These Michigan, national resources can help

Darcie Moran, Detroit Free Press
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Struggling with thoughts of suicide can be a difficult and lonely experience, but there are people and services that can help.

If you or someone you love is suffering from thoughts of suicide or other mental health concerns, you aren't alone and these resources are available:

  • The 988 Lifeline (formerly the National Suicide Prevention Hotline) is reachable by dialing 988 on your phone. You can also text the number or use the service's webchat. It provides 24/7, free and confidential support. Additionally, veterans can get specialized help by pressing "1" when they dial.

  • Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network provides services for multiple different needs, including mental health concerns, autism and substance use disorders. It has a 24/7 helpline at 800-241-4949.

  • Common Ground is based out of Oakland County but provides 24/7 mental health services throughout Southeastern Michigan. The crisis hotline is: 800-231-1127.

  • CARE of Southeastern Michigan, based in Macomb County, has programs targeting substance use disorder recovery and prevention, but it also has counseling services, parenting classes and more. It can be reached at 586-541-2273.

  • Frontline Strong Together, at 1-833-34-STRONG, is astatewide 24-hour line to provide first responders and public safety staff mental health and crisis support.

  • The Trevor Project has counselors available 24/7 to support LGBTQ youth in crisis. Connect to a crisis counselor by phone at 1-866-488-7386, by texting "START" to 678-678, or via the project's online chat.

  • More services are available based on where you live. Check out the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' list of available helplines and groups at michigan.gov/mdhhs.

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Are you the loved one of someone experiencing or at risk of a mental health crisis? The Free Press spoke to specialists about how to handle these emergency situations. Click here to learn more.

We are in this together. If you know of a helpline that should be added to this list, contact us at dmoran@freepress.com. This story may be updated with additional resources.

Reporters Clara Hendrickson and Dave Boucher contributed to this story.

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