For Those In Crisis

 You don't have to feel this way.
There is help. 

When You Feel Suicidal...

911 and ask for a CIT Officer 

or The Counseling Center of Wayne & Holmes Counties

Local 24-hour Crisis Response

330-264-9029

or Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

988 (call, text, or chat)


You don't have to feel this way. There is help.

You can cope with suicidal feelings and thoughts. Don't give in. Don't lose hope.

When you feel suicidal:

  • Call friends or family.
  • Call your doctor or therapist.
  • Remember to take any prescribed medications and stick with your treatment plan.
  • Have someone take away your car keys and anything you could use to hurt yourself. Stay away from alcohol and illegal drugs.
  • Go to a hospital if necessary.

Remember that your life is valuable and worthwhile, even if it doesn't feel that way right now.

Friends Make a

Difference.

If you think a friend is depressed or suicidal, take it seriously. Here are things you can do to help:

  • Let them know you care.
  • Listen to their feelings. Be non-judgmental.
  • Don’t minimize their feelings.
  • Ask, “Are you thinking about suicide?”
  • Ask, “Have you made a plan?”
  • Persist in stating that suicide is not a good solution.
  • Encourage your friend to seek help. Say things like, “I know where we can get help. Let’s call now.”
  • Call 911, 988, or the local crisis number 330-264-9029

If your friend has a suicide plan, do not leave him or her alone. Get help from crisis intervention professionals and alert their family, teachers, employers, clergy or other friends. Do it even if your friend asks you not to tell anyone. You may be saving a life.