Get Help Now

If you need immediate help, call or text 988.
Available 24/7. Free. Confidential.

What happens when you reach out?
A trained counselor will listen, help make sense of what’s going on, and connect you with someone who can help.

Small actions can help reset the moment.

• Breathing exercises
  • Tip Skills
  • 4-7-8 Breathing Skills
  • Progressive Muscle Relaxation Training
• Grounding techniques
• Movement or distraction
• Writing things down

Start with one. Even if you only do one.

When things feel intense, creating even a little space can help.

• Make a plan for who to call
• Remove or secure anything that could be used for harm
  • Live Today Put It Away — firearm and medicine storage assistance
  • How to install a cable lock (PDF)
• Focus on getting through the next moment – not everything at once

There are people and organizations in this community ready to help.

• Mental health providers
• Crisis centers
• Support services

Help Lines for Those Contemplating Suicide

• Crisis Center: (920) 436-8888
• National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOPELINE to 741741
• Veterans Crisis Line: 988, Option 1
• Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386 or Text START to 678678
• Trans Lifeline’s Hotline: 1-877-565-8860
• Wisconsin Farmer Wellness Helpline: 1-888-901-2558