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We aren't the only ones out there who care. Find a list below for other resources who can help you get through this, or to learn more about how you can help others.
SUICIDE PREVENTION SERVICES
24 Hour Crisis Hotline: 1-800-392-8343
The Burke Central Administration building is located at 2001 South Medford Drive, Lufkin, TX 75901. Our main office phone number for non-emergencies is 936-639-1141.
In crisis and need to talk to someone?
We’re here for you.
Text HOME to 741741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor.
A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform and help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment.
Sign up for sessions in prevention education and mental health training through the Texas Suicide Prevention Collaboration with experts from South Southwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center, Texas Health and Human Services, and Endeavors.
Dial 988 for emotional support.
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is committed to providing individuals in emotional crisis with support, which can include connection to specialized services for different populations.
Free, 24/7, confidential support is a click away. The Veterans Crisis Line can help even if you’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care.
trained counselors understand the challenges LGBTQ young people face. They will listen without judgment. All of your conversations are confidential, and you can share as much or as little as you’d like. Connect to a crisis counselor 24/7, 365 days a year, from anywhere in the U.S. It is 100% confidential, and 100% free. Text or call 678678
Call for any reason, you deserve support. They don't define what a crisis is or isn't and you don't have to be in a crisis to call.
CALLING IS COURAGEOUS
When you call, you’ll speak to a trans/nonbinary peer operator
Full anonymity & confidentiality
No nonconsensual active rescue (calling 911, emergency services, or law enforcement).
Veterans Guide
We assist veterans with disability compensation, financial aid, and information on the GI Bill. We have also created a VA disability calculator that helps veterans estimate their VA rating, making it easier for them to understand complicated VA math. Our main focus is to provide resources and support for veterans and their families.
"You can be uncomfortable and you can also recognize so many other things about yourself. Being able to recognize that there's more out of every situation and we have the choice and the opportunity to pick which part of that situation we're going to focus on."
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