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Since 1993, Lines for Life has carried out our mission through:
- 24-hour/356 days/week crisis intervention services
- Counseling and referral for addiction
- Veterans' counseling and support
- Su***de prevention and intervention
- YouthLine peer-to-peer crisis line
- Drug prevention and education for youth
- Public policy and advocacy

Lines for Life has served more than 600,000 people in the pas

t 23 years. We have earned a reputation among our colleagues in Oregon, and nationally, as a leader in preventing su***de, and in tackling difficult, emerging alcohol and drug issues. We've achieved this by proposing ground-breaking legislation, developing state-of-the-art training, creating cutting-edge educational programs, and providing leadership on preventing underage drinking. An extensive, volunteer network and a strong Board of Directors support our organization’s mission and work.

06/23/2026

Asking for help isn't always easy. Fear of judgment, change, and what comes next can leave you feeling stuck.

That's why Lines for Life operates the Oregon Alcohol and Drug Helpline. Free, confidential, and available 24/7 for anyone in Oregon who is 18 and older and navigating substance use.

When you call, you'll reach a caring, nonjudgmental trained specialist who will listen, help you make sense of what you're going through, and connect you to local resources that fit your needs.

If you're unsure whether now is the right time to call, that uncertainty is reason enough to reach out. Call 1-800-923-4357.

To learn more about the Oregon Alcohol and Drug Helpline, visit: https://www.oregonalcoholdrughelpline.org/

06/19/2026

On June 19, 1865, freedom finally reached the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth's history reminds us that freedom delayed is still freedom denied, and the work of justice and healing is ongoing.

This year, communities across the country are reflecting on themes of honoring the past, building belonging, and inspiring the future. At Lines for Life, we carry those values into our work every day, because mental wellness, equity, and community care are inseparable.

Take time today to reflect, learn, and celebrate.

If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988.

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06/16/2026

60 seconds. That’s all it takes.

Our Construction Su***de Prevention Partnership (CSPP) and Chess Health have launched a new set of free, anonymous mental health self-assessments built specifically for construction workers. In about 60 seconds, you can check in on depression, anxiety, substance use, or problem gambling, and get private, personalized feedback to help you take the next step.

No judgment, just an honest check in with yourself.

Take the assessment here: https://ow.ly/rpaZ50Zc6p5

And if you need to talk to someone right now, the Construction CareLine is available 24/7, confidential, and free at 833-444-6020.

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06/11/2026

Do you work with, care for, or stay connected with older adults in Oregon?

The Senior Loneliness Line is a free, confidential support line for Oregonians 60 and older available daily from 5:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. When someone calls, they're connected with a trained counselor for real conversation, genuine support, and help finding resources to stay healthy and connected.

Free outreach materials, including flyers and a social media toolkit, are available to download and share with your community at seniorlonelinessline.org.

If you're connected to a senior center, health clinic, faith community, or care network, please help us spread the word.

06/10/2026

The Oregon Su***de Prevention Conference (OSPC) returns Oct. 19–21 at the Riverhouse Lodge in Bend, Oregon. This space is for peers, professionals, and people with lived experience to connect, share insights, and advance su***de prevention together.

Whether you work in the field, support someone who does, or have your own story to bring, there's a place for you here.

More information about registration and sessions is coming soon. Follow Lines for Life and visit https://ow.ly/NHyR50Z9Ila to stay up to date.

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06/09/2026

Meet Kat Topaz and Jim Abeles, owners of Topaz Farm describing the moment you arrive at their farm, 15 minutes from Portland, a world away from everything else.

On June 26, Lines for Life's first UnGala dinner brings you there. No-spray, regenerative farm. Food grown, prepared, and served on-site. A 500-year-old oak tree overhead. Michelin star chefs at the table.

As Jim says: "I don't think it gets much better than that."

Watch our full interview with Kat and Jim and register for an unforgettable experience at Topaz Farm: https://ow.ly/GFW650Z94aE

06/05/2026

Meet the trainers behind Lines for Life's Military Culture Awareness and Su***de Prevention training on June 23.

Shannon Pullen co-created the MCASP curriculum and has delivered it more than 20 times across Oregon. She joined Lines for Life in 2017 focused on veteran su***de prevention, spending years on the Veterans Crisis Line and Military Helpline supporting veterans, service members, and their families. As a family member of veterans and someone directly impacted by veteran su***de, this work is deeply personal. She continues to partner with Lines for Life on MCASP because, as she puts it, this training saves lives.

Annie Dropek joined Lines for Life in September 2025 as Community Training Program Manager, bringing more than 10 years of experience in mental health and crisis intervention training. Her path here spans teaching, 911 dispatching, peer support, and community health work; each role sharpening her understanding of what it takes to connect people to the support they need. Annie believes our communities grow stronger through human connection and access to knowledge, and she's grateful to bring both to the MCASP training.

Two trainers. One mission. Join them June 23! Register here: https://ow.ly/FpC450Z7QWy.

06/04/2026

Mental health conversations on a construction jobsite aren't always easy to start. That's exactly why the Construction Su***de Prevention Partnership (CSPP) spent Safety Week meeting workers where they are.

From jobsite outreach at the new Burbank Airport project to the launch of new anonymous mental health assessments, CSPP is making it easier than ever for construction workers to check in on their mental health and access support.

Read CSPP’s recap of Safety Week 2026 and access new resources here: https://ow.ly/fv7n50Z7nV0

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06/03/2026

June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, and a reminder that trauma doesn't stay in the past. For many people, it lives in the body, the mind, and everyday moments long after the event itself.

Symptoms can include flashbacks, difficulty sleeping, emotional numbness, and feeling on edge. And too often, people suffer in silence because they don't recognize what they're experiencing.

Lines for Life's 988 service is available 24/7 for anyone in Oregon who is struggling. If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988.

For additional resources and information, visit the Lines for Life website at https://ow.ly/LHTQ50Z6QPT.

06/01/2026

June is National Pride Month, and at Lines for Life, that means more than a colored logo.

It means showing up for LGBTQIA+ communities the way we do every day: with affirming, judgment-free crisis support through 988.

We're trained to listen without assumptions, support without labels, and make space for whatever you're carrying — your identity, your history, your moment.

If you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988.

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