WISCONSIN (WTAQ-WRN) — Implementation of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in Wisconsin is moving to its next phase.
Department of Health Services Crisis Services Coordinator, Caroline Crehan Neumann, says the message is simple.
“If you are in a mental health or substance use crisis, you can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.” said Neumann.
A year-long, multimedia campaign aims to make sure all state residents know this free and confidential service is here. The DHS will be pushing out animated ads, static ads, and commercials with video and audio.
The campaign will reach out to demographics that are at higher risk of suicide, like the LGBTQ+ community, men from ages 45-54, and Native Americans.
Anyone, anywhere in the state can call or text 988, or chat online at 988lifeline.org. These 24/7 services will connect you to a trained counselor.
