Suicide Prevention
Mental health and substance use touches the lives of many people in our community. Whether you are a concerned parent, a friend, or looking for yourself, see below for support resources.
Get Help Now
If you or someone you know is in crisis, help is available 24/7.
- Walworth County Crisis Line: 262-741-3200
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, call or text 988
- Crisis Text Line: text HOPELINE to 741741
- Prevent Suicide WI.
Mental Health Resources
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
What You Can Do
Attend or Host a Suicide Prevention Training
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) suicide prevention training
can be provided by a trained Public Health professional at your
organization, workplace, club, or group. Trainings are free.
QPR - 3 simple steps anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide.
- Recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis
- Know how to offer hope
- Know how to get help and save a life
Have a Conversation
Having a conversation about mental health might feel awkward, but it can make all the difference. The National Suicide Prevention and Seize the Awkward websites have conversation guides that can help you help those in need.