ANDOVER

Suicide is one of the leading causes of preventable death in our nation today. We lose an average of more than 113 young people each week to this tragedy that can be prevented. Education is the key to prevention. Never be reluctant to get involved and always take any child/adolescent’s desire or intent to harm themselves seriously. If you suspect a young person of suicidal thoughts, get them to professional help immediately. Suicide is preventable.

If you or a friend need to talk with a counselor for help or for resources available in your area, call one of the agencies listed below for immediate help.

Resources:

• South Central Mental Health
  • www.scmhcc.org
  • After Hours Emergency: 1-855-773-6686
  • Andover: (316) 733-5047
  • Augusta: (316) 425-0073
  • El Dorado: (316) 321-6036
• Sedgwick County COMCARE
  • www.sedgwickcounty.org/comcare/suicide-prevention/
  • 316-660-7500 (24-hour crisis hotline)
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  • www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
  • 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• You Matter
  • www.youmatter.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
• The Trevor Project
  • www.thetrevorproject.org/
  • (866) 488-7386
• The Jason Foundation
  • http://jasonfoundation.com/