Suicide Prevention Resources
Our world has changed drastically in just a short period of time. While our community is more than familiar with trauma, current circumstances may increase difficulties for folks who are already struggling. Pride Northwest is dedicated to the health and safety of the LGBTQ+ community; now more than ever we understand the importance of providing aid and supporting folks through this traumatic time.
Below is a list of resources for those experiencing a mental health crisis. If you need support, reach out!
24/7 Local Crisis Lines:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Multnomah County Crisis Line: 503-988-4888
Clackamas Crisis Line: 503-655-8585
Washington County Crisis Line: 503-291-9111
Southwest Washington Crisis Line: 800-626-8137
Marion/Yamhill County Psychiatric Crisis Center: 503-585-4949
Deschutes County Crisis Line: 541-322-7500
Clatsop County Crisis Line: 503-325-5724
Hood River County Crisis Line: 541-386-7534
24-Hour Text Line:
Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the US. Trained crisis counselors are available at all hours of the day.
Teens:
Do you need help? Talk with other teens from 4 p.m. through 10 p.m. Adults are available at all other times. No problem is too big or too small for YouthLine:
Call: 877-968-8491
Text: “teen2teen” to 839863
Email: YouthL@linesforlife.org
LGBTQ+ Specific Helplines:
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Call: (877) 565-8860
Email: contact@translifeline.org
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LGBTQ National Hotline 888-843-4564
LGBT National Youth Talkline 800-246-7743
LGBT National Senior Hotline 888-234-7243
Online Peer Support Chat, Weekly Youth Chat Rooms, Connect to LGBTQ Resources near you
If in doubt, call 911 now.
Domestic Violence:
We also know that our community is at risk for intimate violence. If you feel at risk or need support, here are several resources available to LGBTQ+ people:
Call: (503) 248-6364 Ext 305
Email: info@rosehaven.org
Rose Haven serves women and children experiencing the trauma of abuse, loss of home and other disruptive life challenges. Rose Haven’s mission is to maintain a safe, respectful community while providing our guests with support and services to assist them in regaining stability in their lives. (Service being offered at the door right now include meals, supplies, and mail service.)
Call: Office 503.232.1528 or 24 HOUR CRISIS LINE 503.235.5333 https://bradleyangle.org/get-to-know-us/contact/
Bradley Angle serves anyone affected by domestic violence. We value the dignity and personal story of everyone who comes to us for support, and respect that survivors should have control over their own lives.
Local: 503.235.5333 or 1.888.235.5333
Seniors:
LGBTQ+ seniors, already at an increased risk of isolation, see below for local and national resources.
Lines for Life: Senior Loneliness Line 503-200 -1633
SAGE LGBT National Senior Hotline 1-888-234-7243