For Those with Suicidal Thoughts

 If you are contemplating suicide, please call 988 or text HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor.

The resources below were compiled in an attempt to provide reassurance and general information to those who feel that they are in crisis.

Online Resources

  • Be The One To

    A website full of suicide prevention resources and personal stories from suicide survivors.

  • Community Resource Suggestions List

    A list of community resources that center around healthcare, mental health and substance abuse.

  • What Happens When You Call a Suicide Prevention Lifeline

    Information on what happens when you call a suicide hotline. If you are having thought of suicide.

  • You Are One in a Million

    For those who are considering suicide. Please know that YOU ARE ONE IN A MILLION

  • Take Warning Signs Seriously

    Warning signs of suicide should always be taken seriously.

  • Kevin Hines Story

    Kevin Hines, an attempt survivor and storyteller, has compiled a wealth of resources on his site for individuals in similar circumstances.

Terry Hines Story (3 min)

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Alabama-based Support

  • Birmingham's Crisis Center

    Located in Birmingham, The Crisis Center's primary service area is Central Alabama, which is defined as the five county area surrounding Birmingham. This includes Blount County, Jefferson County, St. Clair County, Shelby County and Walker County.

    Local Hotline: (205) 323-7777

  • Crisis Center of East Alabama

    The Crisis Center of East Alabama serves the counties of East Alabama, accepting collect calls from Lee and Chambers Counties in Alabama and from West Point, Georgia

    Local Hotline: (334) 821-8600

  • Crisis Services of North Alabama

    Crisis Services of North Alabama serves Madison, Morgan, Limestone, and Jackson Counties.

    Local Hotline: (256) 716-1000

  • Family Services of North Alabama

    Family Services of North Alabama serves Marshall County and actively works to prevent youth suicide.

    Local Crisis Line: (256) 878-9159

    Office: (256) 878-9159

  • Mental Health Association in Morgan County

    Mental Health Association in Morgan County serves Lawrence and Morgan Counties

    Local Crisis Line: (256) 353-1160

    Office: (256) 353-1160

  • Shoals Crisis Center

    Shoals Crisis Center/Rape Response, Inc. serves Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale, and Marion Counties

    Local Crisis Line: (256) 767-1100

    Office: (256) 765-0025

  • Lifelines Counseling Services

    Lifelines Counseling Services serves Clarke, Mobile, and Washington Counties.

    Local Crisis Line: (251) 473-7273

    Office: (251) 431-5100

  • Crisis Center of Russell County

    Crisis Center of Russell County serves Russell County.

    Local Crisis Line: (334) 297-4401

    Office: (334) 297-4435