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Careline is free and confidential. We treat callers with respect and listen without judgment.

Contact us if:

  • you are in crisis.
  • you are a survivor (of an attempt, or if you lost someone to suicide).
  • you are grieving.
  • you are concerned about someone.
  • you are feeling down and need someone to talk to.

We can help. Really.

If someone you know exhibits warning signs:

  • Do not leave the person alone
  • Remove any firearms, alcohol, drugs or sharp objects that could be used in a suicide attempt
  • Call CARELINE at 877-266-4357
  • Take the person to an emergency room or seek help from a medical or mental health professional
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Iron Dog 2017

This year, Careline and the Iron Dog are celebrating teamwork and great partnerships with a poster that highlights the whole race. More

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Lets talk.

Our trained interventionists are here to help. If you are thinking of hurting yourself or are experiencing difficult days, call us. Careline is safe and judgment-free.

Do you know the signs?

Almost everyone who commits or attempts suicide has given some clue or warning. The more warning signs, the greater the risk. Get to know the warning signs.

Getting help.

Discover resources that assist in dealing with stress, trauma and depression. Find specific help if you’re LGBTQ, military, elderly or know someone who is. More

Getting involved.

Learn how you can build resilience in your community. Read the states plan for prevention, find links to valuable training or links to prevention materials. More

Talking about suicide safely. 

Learn best practices for media reporting suicide. How a suicide is reported can influence behaviors negatively within a suffering community or encourage healing. More