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


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