What is 988? SAMHSA announces new suicide and crisis lifeline

MHLAC Staff attorney Ivy Moody with Seedlings colleague Thomas Brown recently penned this letter regarding the new 988 Lifeline that launched on July 16th, 2022. Visit 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline | SAMHSA to learn more.

Resources for Additional Information:

• Department of Public Health Suicide Prevention Program
• FCC 988 Fact Sheet
• Suicide Prevention Hotline Fact Sheet
• National Suicide Hotline Designation Act of 2020
• Mass Gov 988 Fact Sheet
• 988 Commission Authorizing State Senate Statute
• 988 Commission Authorizing State House of Representatives Statute