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We are a free emotional support free text line service. Text HOPELINE to 741741 A live, trained specialist receives the text and responds quickly.

HOPELINE, by the Center for Suicide Awareness, is a text-in (versus voice call-in) free service for help and hope. HOPELINE is the first Emotional Support Text Line in the State of Wisconsin and provides service throughout the entire state. HOPELINE’s purpose is to offer emotional support and resources before situations rise to crisis level. Texts received reflect struggles with breakups, job loss, bullying, LGBTQ issues, parental issues, school, friends, relationship issues or any struggle a person is experiencing. Here’s how it works:

HOPELINE Text Line serves anyone in any type of situation, providing them access to free, 24/7 emotional support and information they need via the medium they already use and trust: text. Someone texts into HOPELINE --- 741741 --- anywhere, anytime, about any type of challenge or struggle. Each person that text in is important to us and we care about what they are dealing with. Thank you for using and supporting HOPELINE!

10/10/2026

Connection can have a powerful impact on our mental health. Feeling like you belong, knowing someone cares, and being reminded that you are not alone can help protect against suicidal thoughts.

Connection does not always require having the perfect words. It can begin with a conversation, a thoughtful check-in, or simply being present with someone during a difficult moment.

This World Mental Health Day, the Center for Su***de Awareness and Text Line are coming together to remind our communities:

More Connection. Less Isolation. 💜

Free, confidential mental health support is available 24/7. Text HOPELINE™ to 741741.

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10/09/2026

💜 A thought is not a fact—and it does not define who you are.

Intrusive thoughts can show up unexpectedly and feel upsetting, confusing, or hard to shake. Having an unwanted thought doesn’t mean you agree with it, want it to happen, or that it reflects your values.

When one shows up, give yourself a little compassion. You don’t have to solve every thought or judge yourself for having it.

Here are a few gentle reminders to keep nearby:

💜 Notice without judgment. Try saying, “I’m noticing an unwanted thought,” or “This is just a thought.”

🌊 Let it pass. You don’t have to debate it or force it away. Picture it moving through like a wave.

🌿 Ground yourself. Notice your feet on the floor, the sounds around you, or the feeling of something in your hands.

👟 Reconnect with an activity. Take a walk, create something, or spend time with someone you trust.

🤝 Seek support. If intrusive thoughts keep returning, cause distress, or interfere with daily life, a mental health professional can help.

Some days, these steps may feel easier than others. That’s okay. You deserve patience, compassion, and support along the way. You do not have to manage difficult moments alone.

📱 Text HOPELINE™ to 741741.
Free. Confidential. 24/7 Emotional Support Text Line.

More Connection. Less Isolation.™

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10/08/2026

💜 “I’m having a bad moment, not a bad life.”

When your mind won’t quiet down, everything feels heavy, or the things you usually enjoy feel out of reach, it can be hard to see beyond what you’re feeling right now.

Your feelings deserve care. You don’t have to force a positive outlook, have all the answers, or carry everything alone.

Try one small step: pause, take a breath, or tell someone you trust, “I’m having a hard time, and I could use some support.”

Whether this is a difficult moment or something you’ve been carrying for a while, you deserve someone who listens. 💜

Our free, confidential, 24/7 Emotional Support Text Line is here for you.
Text HOPELINE™ to 741741.

More Connection. Less Isolation.™

Share this reminder with someone who could use a little support today.

10/06/2026

We don’t just pour drinks… we pour HOPE. 💜

We’re here in Wisconsin Dells at the Tavern League of Wisconsin convention, connecting with the owners, bartenders, and staff who help make our taverns places of community.

For more than 10 years, our partnership has brought su***de prevention education, mental health awareness, and practical resources into these everyday gathering places.

We affectionately call them “Uncertified Bartender Therapists”—the people who hear the stories, remember familiar faces, and notice when someone doesn’t seem like themselves.

Through our education and training, we help tavern staff recognize warning signs, approach difficult conversations with compassion, and connect someone who is struggling with support. They don’t need every answer to make a meaningful difference.

Our blog, “Meeting People Where They Are: Su***de Prevention in Wisconsin’s Tavern Community,” shares why this work matters and how this lasting partnership brings hope within reach.

📖 https://www.centerforsu***deawareness.org/blogs/---meeting-people-where-they-are--su***de-prevention-in-wisconsin-s-tavern-community

Attending the convention? Stop by our table to learn about training and pick up resources for your establishment!

For free, confidential support through our 24/7 Emotional Support Text Line:

Text HOPELINE™ to 741741.

More Connection. Less Isolation.™

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10/01/2026

There’s a reason we call it “Hunting the Good.” 💜

When we’re in the thick of it—feeling overwhelmed, hurting, or just trying to get through the day—the good can be hard to see. The difficult things can take up so much space that small moments of comfort or kindness slip past us.

That’s when we pause and really hunt. Look for it. Give yourself a moment to notice something good, because it’s there—even when it isn’t obvious.

Maybe it’s someone checking in. Your pet settling beside you. A song that makes you feel understood. A moment of laughter in an otherwise difficult day.

Finding those moments doesn’t erase what you’re going through. You can be hurting and still notice something good. Both can be true.

Today, take a moment to look. What’s one good thing you found? Share it below. 💜

Check out our blog on why small moments matter: https://www.centerforsu***deawareness.org/blogs/hunting-the-good--why-small-moments-matter-when-life-feels-heavy

If you need someone to listen, Text HOPELINE™ to 741741. Free, confidential emotional support is available 24/7.

More Connection. Less Isolation.

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09/26/2026

Small steps can make a big impact. 💜

Taking care of your mental health doesn’t have to mean changing everything at once. Some days it might look like drinking a glass of water, stepping outside for a few minutes, putting on clean clothes, or listening to music that helps you feel like yourself. Other days, it might mean sending a text, spending time with your pet, or giving yourself permission to rest.

There’s no checklist you have to finish. Choose one small thing that feels possible today, and let that be enough. And if someone comes to mind while you’re reading this, reach out. A simple “How are you doing?” can open the door to connection.

What’s one small habit that helps you feel a little more grounded? Share it below—it might be just what someone else needs to hear. 💜
You matter. You are loved. You are not alone.

If you or someone you know is struggling, Text HOPELINE™ to 741741 for free, confidential support, 24/7.

More Connection. Less Isolation.

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09/25/2026

💜 Weekend Connection Challenge

This weekend, check on one person.
📱 Send the text.
📞 Make the call.
☕ Grab coffee together.
💬 Ask, “How are you really doing?”

It doesn’t have to be a long conversation. Sometimes a few minutes of genuine connection can mean more than we realize.
During National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, we’re reminding our community that su***de prevention can begin long before a crisis.

💜 Notice.
💜 Reach out.
💜 Listen.
💜 Stay connected.

You may never know how much that moment matters.

If you or someone you know is struggling, text HOPELINE™ to 741741.

Free. Confidential. 24/7. Real people. No time limit.

More Connection. Less Isolation.

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09/22/2026

💜 100 days can make a meaningful difference.

As we enter the final 100 days of 2026, we invite our community to help the Center for Su***de Awareness continue creating More Connection. Less Isolation.

Your year-end gift helps us meet people where they are—with hope, compassion, practical tools, and stigma-free support. Donations strengthen programs such as:

💜 Our free, confidential, 24/7 HOPELINE™ emotional-support text service
💜 Su***de-prevention and mental-wellness training
💜 Support groups and peer connection
💜 Community and school outreach
💜 Practical resources for individuals, veterans, families, and others navigating difficult moments

There are many ways to make a difference:

✅ Donate: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=H6MNBLG2FTEM6
✅ Volunteer: info@centerforsu***deawareness.org
✅ Share our mission with someone who believes in su***de prevention, mental wellness, and the power of human connection

Every gift, conversation, and shared resource can remind someone that they are seen, valued, and never alone.

Thank you for standing with us, carrying hope forward, and helping build a more connected and compassionate community.

Hope and help are just a text away.™
Text HOPELINE™ to 741741.

09/18/2026

Building a su***de prevention-minded community begins with three important actions:

💜 Notice changes.
💜 Start caring conversations.
💜 Connect people to help.

Su***de prevention is not only the responsibility of mental health professionals. Families, friends, workplaces, schools, faith communities, support networks, and neighbors all have a role in creating safer, more compassionate spaces.

You do not need special training or perfect words to show someone they matter. Be present. Listen without judgment. Take their concerns seriously. When more support is needed, help them find the next safe step.

Our latest blog explores practical ways each of us can help build a culture of connection, care, and su***de prevention.

Read the full blog:
🔗https://www.centerforsu***deawareness.org/blogs/how-to-build-a-su***de-prevention-minded-community

For free, confidential emotional support from a real person, text HOPELINE™ to 741741. Support is available 24/7, and there is no time limit.

Hope and help are just a text away.™
More Connection. Less Isolation. 💜

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