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10/09/2026

You don’t have to explain everything to get help. When you call 988, you don’t have to say who you are or where you’re calling from. Your privacy matters.

Get specialized care 24/7/365. No judgment. Just help.

Call or text 988.

10/02/2026

When someone feels like they’ve run out of options, 988 is there to help them find a way through.

In a recent WYFF News 4 interview, Mental Health America of Greenville County's Chris Hale discusses su***de prevention, what can contribute to su***de risk, and how 988 connects people with compassionate, judgment-free support and community resources.

Watch the interview to learn more about 988 and how it can help you or someone you care about.
https://www.wyff4.com/article/upstate-bridge-death-ruled-su***de-mental-health-988-sc/73948695

Call or text 988 anytime, 24/7/365. You can also chat with a crisis specialist at 988SC.org.

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Are you in crisis? Feeling overwhelmed? Not sure where to turn? You are not alone and we can help! Don't hesitate - call or text 988 now!

10/02/2026

LGBTQ+ youth deserve specialized, affirming crisis support. 💙

We’re grateful to see the restoration of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline’s Press 3 option, connecting LGBTQ+ youth with specially trained crisis specialists and specialized support.

The American Foundation for Su***de Prevention shares more about the restoration:
Read AFSP’s statement: https://afsp.org/story/afsp-statement-by-bob-gebbia-ceo-on-restoration-of-specialized-988-support

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988. Here in South Carolina, you’ll be connected with a crisis specialist ready to help, 24/7.

Learn more: 988SC.org

09/30/2026

Supporting someone after a su***de attempt or su***de loss can help foster healing and reduce future risk. Reach out with compassion. Listen without judgment. Stay connected. Find postvention resources to help support recovery: sprc.org
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09/25/2026

Good news this Su***de Prevention Awareness Month! The Upstate's 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline call center has been reaccredited by the American Association of Suicidology for another three-year term. It’s more than a badge—it reflects our commitment to quality, training, and compassionate support for every person who reaches out to 988.

Read more:https://www.mhagc.org/from-the-directors-desk-september-2026/

09/19/2026

Ask for help, even when it feels like a difficult first step. FindSupport.gov gives you the tools to ask, find care for, & support someone you love.
If you are in crisis now. Call or Text 988. Chat, ASL, & resources available at 988SC.org

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09/18/2026

A safety plan can save a life. It's a simple, personalized set of steps someone can follow when in distress: warning signs to watch for, coping strategies that help, people to call, & 988: samhsa.gov/resource/988/build-safety-plan-video
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09/14/2026

Support saves lives. Learn and share where to turn before a crisis occurs. The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline provides free, compassionate, and confidential support 24/7/365 via call, text, or chat. Save and share 988 with someone you care about. 988SC.org

09/12/2026

In honor of Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, we’re shining a light on how 988 differs from 911—two lifelines, each with their own unique role in moments of crisis.

🆘 Knowing which number to call can truly save lives and remind us why access to the right kind of help matters so much.
https://www.mhagc.org/911-and-988-what-you-need-to-know/

Two Numbers, One Goal: Saving Lives Understanding 911 and 988: Similarities, Differences, and the Evolution of Emergency Response in the U.S. When emergencies happen, a quick call can save lives. Most Americans are familiar with dialing 911 for police, fire, or medical emergencies, but people are le...

09/11/2026

You don’t have to be in crisis to reach out to 988. If you are struggling, stressed, or worried about someone you love – don’t wait. Reaching out early can make all the difference. Call, text or chat 988lifeline.org