If you or someone you know in Hawaii is struggling with thoughts of suicide, these resources offer confidential support, counseling, and crisis intervention: --- ### 1. **Hawaii CARES 24/7 Crisis Line** - Provides around-the-clock support for mental health crises, substance use, and suicide prevention. - **Website**: [Hawaii CARES](https://www.hawaii.edu/hivandaids/Hawaii_CARES_Resource_Brochure.pdf) - **Phone**: **(808) 832-3100** - **Toll-Free**: **1-800-753-6879** --- ### 2. **National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (now 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)** - A 24/7 helpline offering free and confidential support for those in crisis or distress, connecting individuals to local resources. - **Website**: [988 Lifeline](https://988lifeline.org/) - **Phone**: **988** --- ### 3. **Crisis Text Line** - Provides free, 24/7 support via text for individuals experiencing emotional distress or a crisis. - **Text**: **HOME** to **741741** - **Website**: [Crisis Text Line](https://www.crisistextline.org/) --- ### 4. **Mental Health America of Hawaii (MHAH)** - Offers suicide prevention programs, education, and support for mental health challenges. - **Website**: [MHA Hawaii](https://mentalhealthhawaii.org/) - **Phone**: **(808) 521-1846** --- ### 5. **Veterans Crisis Line** - A specialized crisis line for U.S. veterans, active-duty service members, and their families. - **Website**: [Veterans Crisis Line](https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/) - **Phone**: **988**, then press **1** - **Text**: **838255** --- ### 6. **Queen’s Medical Center – Behavioral Health Services** - Provides mental health and crisis intervention services, including support for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts. - **Website**: [Queen's Behavioral Health](https://www.queens.org/services/mental-health) - **Phone**: **(808) 691-4401** --- ### 7. **IMUA Project – Native Hawaiian Suicide Prevention Initiative** - Focuses on culturally informed suicide prevention and mental health support for Native Hawaiian communities. - **Website**: [IMUA Project](https://www.nhchc.org/) --- ### 8. **Family Guidance Centers (Hawaii State Department of Health)** - Provides mental health services for children and adolescents experiencing crises, including suicide prevention support. - **Website**: [Hawaii Child & Adolescent Mental Health](https://health.hawaii.gov/camhd/) - **Phone**: Contact the Family Guidance Center in your area: **(808) 733-9393** --- ### 9. **University of Hawaii Counseling and Student Development Centers** - Offers mental health counseling and suicide prevention resources for students. - **Website**: [UH Counseling](https://manoa.hawaii.edu/counseling/) - **Phone**: **(808) 956-7927** --- These resources are available to help individuals in Hawaii navigate through crises and emotional distress. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for help—it could save a life.