Suicide Prevention 11 People across Canada can call and text 9-8-8, a new three-digit service, for help when they need it most. The service offers trauma-informed and culturally affirming support to anyone who is thinking of suicide, or who is worried about someone they know. While the focus of 9-8-8 is on suicide prevention, no one who reaches out to the service will be turned away.Whoever you are, wherever you are located in Canada, by calling or texting 9-8-8 you can connect with a trained responder who’s ready to listen without judgement. In the face of increased demand for crisis services, 9-8-8 provides: • A number that’s easy to remember in a crisis situation. • Support in English and in French, by phone and text. • Quick access to support from trained responders, available 24/7/365. • High quality, evidence-based, equitable suicide prevention and crisis support for everyone in Canada. Image by freepik.com 9-8-8 cmha.ca
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