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Contact Care Line We are an East TN 988 crisis center and a National 988 crisis text center. We are here to offer hope when you need it most.

CONTACT Care Line offers hope and support for those in need through our 24/7 phone, text, and chat services. Serving East Tennessee and beyond, we provide reassurance and a listening ear to those facing crisis, grief, or loneliness. Call or text 988 for immediate support, or reach out through our online chat services.

💙We have two upcoming trainings in June💙Mental Health First Aid Training + Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training ...
06/09/2026

💙We have two upcoming trainings in June💙

Mental Health First Aid Training + Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)

Both trainings are hands-on opportunities to build confidence, learn practical skills, and better understand how to support someone who may be struggling.

Register or learn more on our Eventbrite page here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/8601334808

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June is Men’s Mental Health Month.Many men struggle silently, and reaching out can feel difficult. This month and every ...
06/04/2026

June is Men’s Mental Health Month.

Many men struggle silently, and reaching out can feel difficult. This month and every month, check in on the men in your life. Make space for real conversations. Listen without judgment.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text us at 988 for free, confidential support.

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Happy Pride Month from CONTACT Care Line. 🌈Support is for everyone. You are seen, valued, and never alone. If you or som...
06/02/2026

Happy Pride Month from CONTACT Care Line. 🌈

Support is for everyone. You are seen, valued, and never alone. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text us at 988 for free, confidential support.

We are so grateful to share that Heather Zuchowski is donating $5 from every direct purchase of her new collage book, Ri...
06/01/2026

We are so grateful to share that Heather Zuchowski is donating $5 from every direct purchase of her new collage book, Rise, to CONTACT Care Line! 💙

Rise is an 84-page collage book created for cutting, tearing, layering, art journaling, and mixed media artmaking. Rooted in representation, belonging, creative care, and visual storytelling, the book invites people to create, reflect, express, and connect.

Thank you, Heather, for using your creativity to support local crisis care and help more people know that 988 is here for them.

Pre-sale copies are available now by reaching out to Heather directly, visiting the link in her Instagram bio, or going to heatherzuchowski.com.

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05/28/2026

Have you listened to our podcast, Tools for Tough Moments? Our newest episode focuses on boundaries and why they matter in our relationships, workplaces, and everyday lives.

In this clip, Michelle Gatewood, LMFT, Deputy Executive Director of CONTACT Care Line, shares an important reminder: boundaries do not have to be communicated perfectly to be meaningful.

Healthy boundaries are part of healthy communication. They help us name our needs, protect our well-being, and build more honest, sustainable connections with others.

Watch the full episode on YouTube at CONTACT Care Line or listen on Spotify at Tools for Tough Moments.

Build the skills to support others when it matters most. This June, CONTACT Care Line is offering opportunities to get t...
05/28/2026

Build the skills to support others when it matters most.

This June, CONTACT Care Line is offering opportunities to get trained in su***de prevention and mental health support through ASIST and Mental Health First Aid. These evidence-based trainings equip you with the tools to recognize, respond, and connect people to care.

Whether you’re a professional, student, or community member, you can make a difference.

Register now through the link below
https://ow.ly/LwJH50Z1LYi

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We are proud to recognize Michelle Gatewood, Deputy Executive Director of CONTACT Care Line, for presenting at the Ameri...
05/27/2026

We are proud to recognize Michelle Gatewood, Deputy Executive Director of CONTACT Care Line, for presenting at the American Association of Suicidology Annual Conference in St. Louis last week.

Michelle’s session, From Training to Practice: Using Structured Mentorship to Strengthen Crisis Counselor Confidence and Su***de Prevention Care, highlighted CONTACT’s mentor program and the role structured mentorship can play in supporting new crisis counselors as they move from training into practice.

Her presentation focused on building confidence, strengthening skills, creating supportive learning environments, and promoting workforce sustainability in crisis services.

Thank you, Michelle, for representing CONTACT Care Line and sharing this important work on a national stage.

Mental health struggles are more common than many people think. Millions of people experience challenges with their ment...
05/26/2026

Mental health struggles are more common than many people think.

Millions of people experience challenges with their mental health each year, but stigma can make it feel isolating or uncommon. The truth is, so many people are navigating stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm every day.

You are not alone and you don’t have to face it on your own. Support is here when you need it.

You don’t have to have the “right” words to reach out. Starting the conversation can feel hard, but you don’t need to ha...
05/22/2026

You don’t have to have the “right” words to reach out.

Starting the conversation can feel hard, but you don’t need to have everything figured out. Whether it’s a few words, a lot to say, or not knowing where to begin at all, there’s someone here to listen.

At CONTACT Care Line, you’re met with compassion, patience, and support every step of the way.

We are excited that CONTACT Care Line’s Scott Payne will be presenting Active Listening: The Key to Understanding and Gr...
05/20/2026

We are excited that CONTACT Care Line’s Scott Payne will be presenting Active Listening: The Key to Understanding and Growth at the Service Leaders Conference on Friday, June 12 at Maryville College.

Listening is more than hearing words. It is one of the most powerful ways we connect, support, and grow.

Register today and join local leaders for a day of learning, connection, and purpose: theSLFoundation.org

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