# Suicide Help - North Dakota ## National Resources for Suicide Prevention - **988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline** - **Phone:** 988 - **Website:** [https://988lifeline.org](https://988lifeline.org/) - **Text:** Text 988 - **Description:** 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources. - **Crisis Text Line** - **Text:** Text HOME to 741741 - **Website:** [https://www.crisistextline.org](https://www.crisistextline.org/) - **Description:** Provides text-based support for anyone in crisis. - **The Trevor Project** (LGBTQ+ Youth) - **Phone:** 1-866-488-7386 - **Text:** Text START to 678678 - **Website:** [https://www.thetrevorproject.org](https://www.thetrevorproject.org/) - **Description:** Specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth struggling with mental health or suicidal thoughts. ## Statewide Suicide Prevention Resources - **North Dakota Suicide Prevention Coalition** - **Phone:** 1-800-273-TALK (8255) - **Website:** [https://ndsuicideprevention.org](https://ndsuicideprevention.org/) - **Description:** Coordinates statewide efforts for suicide prevention and provides resources for communities. - **North Dakota Crisis Hotline** - **Phone:** 1-800-273-8255 - **Website:** [https://www.ndsuicideprevention.org](https://www.ndsuicideprevention.org/) - **Description:** 24/7 hotline offering immediate emotional support for those in crisis. ## Local Resources by Region/City ### Fargo - **FirstLink (Fargo)** - **Phone:** 2-1-1 or 701-235-7335 - **Website:** [https://www.firstlinkfargo.org](https://www.firstlinkfargo.org/) - **Address:** 1350 32nd Ave S Suite 102, Fargo, ND 58103 - **Services:** Provides crisis intervention, counseling referrals, and support for individuals in distress. ### Bismarck - **Bismarck Counseling Center** - **Phone:** 701-255-2280 - **Website:** [https://www.bismarckcounseling.org](https://www.bismarckcounseling.org/) - **Address:** 1115 S 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58504 - **Description:** Offers therapy, mental health services, and crisis intervention. ### Grand Forks - **Northland Community Health Center** - **Phone:** 701-775-0522 - **Website:** [https://www.northlandchc.org](https://www.northlandchc.org/) - **Address:** 1501 28th Ave S, Grand Forks, ND 58201 - **Description:** Provides mental health services, therapy, and suicide prevention resources. ## Online and Remote Support Options - **Virtual Support Groups - 988 Lifeline** - **Website:** [https://988lifeline.org](https://988lifeline.org/) - **Description:** Offers virtual support via chat or phone, available 24/7 for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or crisis. - **Crisis Text Line** - **Website:** [https://www.crisistextline.org](https://www.crisistextline.org/) - **Description:** Text-based support for individuals in crisis, available 24/7. ## Prevention and Awareness Programs - **Suicide Prevention Workshops & Training - North Dakota** - **Website:** [https://www.ndsuicideprevention.org](https://www.ndsuicideprevention.org/) - **Description:** Programs and training aimed at raising awareness about suicide prevention, warning signs, and how to intervene. - **Community Outreach Initiatives - FirstLink** - **Website:** [https://www.firstlinkfargo.org](https://www.firstlinkfargo.org/) - **Description:** Offers outreach programs to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and promote mental wellness. --- _Updated as of December 2024. For updates or corrections, please contact the relevant local department or organization._