Confidential help is available.

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Act now. Talk to an adult. Get help right away.

Signs someone may be considering suicide:
Statements revealing a desire to die
Previous suicide attempts
Sudden changes in behaviour (withdrawal, apathy, moodiness)
Substance an alcohol use
Depression (crying, sleeplessness, loss of appetite, hopelessness)
Final arrangements (such as giving away personal possessions)

If you have a concern for someone you care about:

Seek immediate assistance
Do not leave the person alone
Check out Hope More for links to your local crisis mental health supports
If at school, contact Student Services or administrator immediately
Discuss it open and frankly and always show interest and support

Grand Erie cares and we want to connect you with support.

If you are in crisis, confidential help is always available.

Please don’t wait. Act now. Seek help.

Additional Resources:

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Local Crisis Lines are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Brant/Brantford Integrated Crisis: 1-866-811-7188
Haldimand-Norfolk REACH Crisis: 1-866-327-3224
LGBT Youth Line: 1-800-268-9688
Six Nations Crisis: 1-866-445-2204
First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line: 1-855-242-3310

For more information, visit Suicide Prevention and contact School Mental Health and Well-Being Lead, Heather Carter:

Email: liana.thompson@granderie.ca

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