Suicide Prevention and Crisis Support Resources
Access trusted suicide prevention and mental health crisis resources available in Genesee County, across Michigan, and nationwide. These organizations provide crisis support, mental health guidance, and resources for individuals, families, and communities seeking help.
If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, help is available. Reaching out to a trusted resource can be an important first step.
Local Resources (Genesee County / Flint)
Genesee Health System – Suicide Prevention
Provides suicide prevention education, resources, and community support programs.
https://genhs.org/freeresources/suicide-prevention/
GHS 24/7 Crisis Services
Immediate mental health crisis support available 24 hours a day.
Call: (810) 257-3740
Text: GHS to 934688
https://genhs.org/get-help-today/
Behavioral Health Urgent Care (Walk-In)
Walk-in behavioral health urgent care services for individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
https://genhs.org/behavioral-health-urgent-care/
Genesee County Suicide Prevention Coalition
Community collaboration focused on suicide prevention awareness, education, and outreach.
NAMI Genesee County
Education, support groups, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
https://namigenesee.org/learn-more/community-resources/
Michigan Statewide Resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (Michigan)
Free, confidential emotional support for people in distress.
Call or Text: 988
https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/safety-injury-prev/injuryprevention/programs/suicide-prevention-a
Michigan Behavioral Health Crisis Services
Statewide crisis services and behavioral health resources.
https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/keep-mi-healthy/mentalhealth/mi-behavioral-health-crisis-services
Michigan Peer Warmline
A peer support line for individuals seeking emotional support from trained peers.
https://mentalhealthhotline.org/michigan/
National Suicide Prevention Resources
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7 free and confidential emotional support for people in distress across the United States.
Veterans Crisis Line
Confidential crisis support specifically for veterans and their families.
Call: 988 then press 1
Text: 838255
https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/
Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC)
National center providing research, training, and suicide prevention strategies.
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental health or substance use disorders.
Call: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
The Trevor Project
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth.
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
Education, advocacy, and support for suicide prevention.
The Jed Foundation
Programs and resources focused on protecting emotional health and preventing suicide among teens and young adults.
https://jedfoundation.org/
https://jedfoundation.org/suicidal-thoughts/
National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention
Public-private partnership advancing national suicide prevention efforts.
https://theactionalliance.org/
CDC Suicide Prevention Resources
Data, research, and prevention strategies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/index
Kevin’s Song
Michigan-based organization focused on suicide prevention education and survivor support.
The program is funded by Genesee County Community Mental Health Millage funds. Your tax dollars at work.
