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In a life-threatening emergency, call 9-1-1.
Riverside Emergency Services: 800-529-5077
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or Text 988 to talk with a trained counselor. Chat online with a counselor at 988lifeline.org.
Samaritans, Inc.: Suicide prevention services including 24/7 helpline (988), texting platform for youth and young adults, grief support services and community education.
Behavioral Health Helpline: If you are struggling with mental health or substance use, the new behavioral health help line connects Massachusetts residents directly to clinical support where and when they need it. It’s free, available 24/7, and offers real-time interpretation in over 200 languages. Call or text 833-773-2445 or chat online.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: New and expectant moms can receive 24/7, free, confidential support in English and Spanish. Call or text 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746).
Newton-Wellesley Hospital: 617-243-6006
Seize the Awkard: Learn how to talk about suicide and support a friend – or get help for yourself.
When and Where to Seek Help: A guide from William James College
Suicide Prevention Month | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Pathways for Hope: Navigating Suicide Prevention Together Recording
On September 26, 2023 the Watertown Public Library hosted a suicide prevention panel. Click HERE to access the video recording.
The panelists were Debra Smith, Watertown resident, lawyer, and author will share her story as a suicide loss survivor and the services that helped her navigate her grief. Sarah Eknaian, MSCJ, LCSW, of the Newton Police Department, will share crisis resources that are available in communities throughout Massachusetts. James McCauley, LICSW, of Riverside Trauma Center, will give an overview of mental health support services for communities and individuals impacted by traumatic events. Max Copans of Samaritans, a Massachusetts-based suicide prevention organization, will review warning signs of suicide and teach attendees how to approach conversations with loved ones who might be struggling.