Suicide Prevention
Are you in crisis? Please call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
Suicide is one of the most frightening possible outcomes of mental illness. If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) immediately. This is the number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, a 24-hour service available to anyone in need of help. Never ignore or underestimate remarks about suicide. Take them seriously, and make certain that the person in crisis is cared for. And if you think your friend is in immediate danger, do not leave him or her alone—stay there and call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
How Do I Access Help After Hours, On Weekends or During the Summer?
There are resources available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for youth experiencing depression, suicidal thoughts, or other behavioral crises. In an emergency, call 911 and ask for a Crisis Intervention team (CIT) deputy or officer. For non-emergencies, Loudoun County Mental Health, Substance Abuse, And Developmental Services can help at 703-777-0320 for youth experiencing an immediate and severe emotional crisis. The Crisis Intervention Team Assessment Center, located at 102 Heritage Way in Leesburg, VA is open from 7:00AM-11:00PM daily, and mental health professionals are available to anyone in crisis. Non-emergency appointments can be made at 703-771-5100. Additionally, all Loudoun County emergency rooms can assess for suicide risk and make recommendations for appropriate follow-up care:
Stone Springs Pediatric ER
2440 Stone Springs Blvd
Dulles, VA 20166
571-349-4000
INOVA Virts Miller Family Emergency and Trauma Center
INOVA Loudoun Hospital
44045 Riverside Parkway
Leesburg, VA 20176
703-858-6040
INOVA Children's Emergency Room at Loudoun Hospital
44045 Riverside Parkway
Leesburg, VA 20176
703-858-6048
Wheeler Family Emergency Department
224 Cornwall Street
Leesburg, VA 20176
703-737-7520
INOVA HealthPlex - Ashburn
22505 Landmark Court
Ashburn, VA 20148
571-612-6400
Also, there are free, confidential 24/7 supports available:
PRS CrisisLInk: 703-527-4077 or text "CONNECT" to 855-11
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
SAMHSA National Helpline: 800-662-HELP (4357)
Children's Regional Crisis Response (CR2): 844-NCrisis (627-4747) in English and Spanish
Hopeline: Chat at http://www.hopeline.com or call 800-784-2433