Welcome to the Coalition.
Mission: The Texas Panhandle Suicide Prevention Coalition is working to reduce the incidence of suicide attempts through public education and awareness, and aims to offer support to the families surviving suicide through community collaboration and education.
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Crisis? |
Are you looking for something local? |
If you are, or if you know someone in a crisis situation, please call
1-800-273-8255. You may also visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org Would you like to join our coalition?If you would like to attend our coalition meetings, please email Abril Vazquez at [email protected] for more information.
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Texas Panhandle Centers (TPC) has a 24-hour Crisis Hotline (806) 359-6699 or (800) 692-4039. TPC can assist with mental health assessments as well as mental health first aid.
Are you a survivor?Every November we host a International Survivors of Suicide Day event. This is a day where family members who have lost a love one can come together for healing and support. Stay tuned for more information regarding our 2018 ISOS event.
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You are not alone.
Warning signs and risk factors:
- Suicidal ideations, threats, or past attempts - A sense of hopelessness or becoming withdrawn - Increased recklessness or mood change - A sense of purposeless or sees no reason for living - Deceased interest in previously enjoyed activities - Gives away prized possessions - Family hisory of suicide or violence - Experienced a recent loss |
How you can help:
- Be aware and learn the warning signs. - Get involved. Always take suicidal comments very seriously. - Be direct. Talk openly and freely about suicide. - Be non-judgmental and don't ask "why." - Take action and remove means. - Get help immediately. Call 911, your community mental health agency, or crisis hotline. - Do not leave the person until help is available. - Do not handle the situation by yourself. Seek professional help. |