Response of Suffolk County
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Hotline

From immediate suicidal crisis to information about local referrals, Response Hotline is equiped to take a wide range of calls:

• Call to speak with someone who will listen and not judge you
• Call if you feel you might be in danger of hurting yourself
• Call to find referrals to mental health services in your area

• Call to speak to a crisis counselor about someone you're concerned about  

 Having Trouble Coping?

Constant images on the news of the terrible earthquake aftermath may be affecting unrelated persons with a history of trauma, including those who have themselves witnessed and survived a disaster in their lifetime.  Abundant research shows that disasters and recent traumatic events can trigger re-experiencing of previous traumas, which can be terribly disorienting to those who can’t explain why something that happened in Haiti or Chile is bringing up these thoughts and feelings now.   After a disaster, problems may come and go.   It’s important to know when to ask for help. Read More...

Economic turmoil (e.g., increased unemployment, foreclosures, loss of investments and other financial distress) can result in a whole host of negative health effects. It can be particularly devastating to your emotional and mental well-being. Although each of us is affected differently by economic troubles, these problems can add tremendous stress, which in turn can substantially increase the risk for developing such problems as depression, anxiety, compulsive behaviors, or substance abuse. To learn more about  how to deal with the effects financial difficulties can have on your physical and mental health, click here.

The Lifeline Gallery: Stories of Hope and Recovery

Hear directly from attempt survivors, survivors of suicide loss, and helpers who work to prevent suicide.  The Lifeline Gallery is a unique feature posted on the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline website.  With more than 500 personal stories told in avatar form, it is also unique in its breadth for recounting the human experience related to suicide.  Visit the Lifeline Gallery and share your story! 

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Ten Thousand Voices is Response’s new awareness campaign!

Response Hotline is available 24/7 to anyone going through a difficult time or who is worried about a friend or loved one. Whether on the phone or online, response crisis counselors will give you time to talk about it. Our website also offers valuable info on How To Help a Friend you think may be suicidal.

We invite you to join our group and share our page with a friend! Tell them about Response Hotline and invite them to invite their friends. With the knowledge and awareness of available community resources we can become better equipped to help a friend get help.

Our goal is TEN THOUSAND fans on Facebook by 2010! Join our group and spread the word -- Response of Suffolk County is here to help!   

 Considering Becoming a Volunteer -- That's Great!!

Sign-up to receive information on our up-coming training schedule. When you subscribe or unsubscribe, you must reply within 7 days to an email that will be sent to you asking for confirmation on your subscription.  You must click on the link in the e-mail to finalize the registration.  

If you would like to reserve a spot in our upcoming training to be held March 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st, please click here to also fill out an online application.   Additional information on our upcoming training will be sent periodically, so please subscribe to our email list either way.

Volunteer as a telephone counselor with RESPONSE of Suffolk County and become the caring voice on the other end of the phone. Sign-Up Today!