9-8-8 … An Important Number

If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available!  The federal government has established a three digit number that will connect you to a mental health professional.  Just like 9-1-1 enables us to access law enforcement, the fire department, or emergency medical services, 9-8-8 is an easy to remember number that will connect you to the National Suicide Hotline, a hotline to assist people, wherever they are in the U.S., with emergency mental health services.  Remember this number and reach out for help if you are experiencing a mental health crisis!