Crisis Support — Available 24/7
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health crises, these free, confidential resources are available around the clock.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
988
Free, confidential support for people in suicidal crisis or mental health distress. Available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Crisis Text Line
741741
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. Free, confidential, 24/7.
Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth)
1-866-488-7386
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ young people under 25.
NAMI Helpline
1-800-950-6264
National Alliance on Mental Illness helpline for information, referrals, and support. Mon–Fri 10am–10pm ET.
Teen Line
1-800-852-8336
Peer support for teens by teens. Call or text evenings 6pm–10pm PT.
A Message for You
There will always be moments in your life when you feel alone and have no one. There will always be moments where people go out of their way to try and hurt you. There will be moments where you might feel like you have no purpose.
These are just feelings, and everybody has them. It's okay to feel not okay. Just know you are not the only one to feel this way.
Be sad, be upset, be angry. It's okay. But please, please, please — talk to somebody. There is so much to live for. You have so much support, and if you don't think so, ask.
There is nothing embarrassing about asking for help. We are here to help. We, together, can help prevent tragedies from happening in our school community.
You are loved. You matter. And you are never, ever alone.
— Kaeden Ake Memorial Fund
Understanding Mental Health
Mental health is just as important as physical health. Learning to recognize the signs and knowing where to turn can save lives.
Warning Signs
Changes in mood, withdrawal from friends and activities, giving away possessions, talking about hopelessness or being a burden, increased substance use, or sudden calmness after a period of depression.
How to Help a Friend
Ask directly: 'Are you thinking about suicide?' Listen without judgment. Stay with them. Remove access to means if possible. Connect them to professional help. Follow up — your care matters.
Taking Care of Yourself
Talk to someone you trust. Move your body. Get enough sleep. Limit social media. Practice gratitude. Seek professional support — therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness.
For Parents & Educators
Create open, judgment-free conversations. Take all talk of suicide seriously. Know the warning signs. Connect youth to school counselors or mental health professionals. Model help-seeking behavior.
Additional Resources
These organizations provide education, support, and advocacy for mental health and suicide prevention.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Education, advocacy, and support for those affected by suicide.
Mental Health America
Community-based mental health services and advocacy.
Active Minds
Empowering students to speak openly about mental health.
JED Foundation
Protecting emotional health and preventing suicide in teens and young adults.
SAMHSA
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration — national resources.
Child Mind Institute
Transforming the lives of children with mental health and learning disorders.
"Sometimes, just asking 'Are you okay?' can save a life."
Live Like Kaeden ♡ #LLK
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Help us keep these resources available and expand suicide prevention programs in Northeast Ohio.