Correction: The Press 3 option will be gone starting July 17th because it was a national service. So, even here in RI, that Press 3 Option will be gone. Someone calling in will get our counselors, and they will be receiving our LGBTQ affirming support/services, not the national ones, because the Trump Administration is cutting funding for that national line/support.
In other words, starting on July 17th, you can still access LGBTQ+ affirming services without the Press 3 option.
Thanks for posting this - The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline represents a beacon of hope for LGBTQ+ young people across the United States who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide, mental health challenges, or simply need someone to talk to during a difficult moment. When you dial 988, you're connected to trained counselors who understand that being LGBTQ+ can come with unique stresses and challenges – from family rejection and bullying to internal struggles with identity and belonging. These counselors are specifically trained to provide affirming, non-judgmental support that recognizes your identity as valid and worthy of care.
What makes 988 particularly valuable for LGBTQ+ youth is its accessibility and inclusivity. The service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring that help is always just three digits away. You don't need to worry about insurance, costs, or whether your local area has LGBTQ+ friendly resources, the lifeline connects you to support that's designed to meet you where you are. Beyond crisis intervention, the counselors can help connect you to local LGBTQ+ organizations, mental health services, and community groups that can provide longer-term support in you need it.
Sometimes the hardest part of this journey is finding the inner strength to pick up the phone and ask for the help you need and deserve to have. But taking that first step – dialing those three numbers – can be the beginning of finding your way to a brighter, more authentic future where you're surrounded by people who nurture and support you.
Correction: The Press 3 option will be gone starting July 17th because it was a national service. So, even here in RI, that Press 3 Option will be gone. Someone calling in will get our counselors, and they will be receiving our LGBTQ affirming support/services, not the national ones, because the Trump Administration is cutting funding for that national line/support.
In other words, starting on July 17th, you can still access LGBTQ+ affirming services without the Press 3 option.
Thanks for posting this - The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline represents a beacon of hope for LGBTQ+ young people across the United States who may be struggling with thoughts of suicide, mental health challenges, or simply need someone to talk to during a difficult moment. When you dial 988, you're connected to trained counselors who understand that being LGBTQ+ can come with unique stresses and challenges – from family rejection and bullying to internal struggles with identity and belonging. These counselors are specifically trained to provide affirming, non-judgmental support that recognizes your identity as valid and worthy of care.
What makes 988 particularly valuable for LGBTQ+ youth is its accessibility and inclusivity. The service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring that help is always just three digits away. You don't need to worry about insurance, costs, or whether your local area has LGBTQ+ friendly resources, the lifeline connects you to support that's designed to meet you where you are. Beyond crisis intervention, the counselors can help connect you to local LGBTQ+ organizations, mental health services, and community groups that can provide longer-term support in you need it.
Sometimes the hardest part of this journey is finding the inner strength to pick up the phone and ask for the help you need and deserve to have. But taking that first step – dialing those three numbers – can be the beginning of finding your way to a brighter, more authentic future where you're surrounded by people who nurture and support you.