Information is key to preventing suicide. You can make a difference by learning more about suicide, the risk factors, and the warning signs. Asking someone if they are thinking about suicide does not increase their risk of a suicide attempt. You may save a life by listening and connecting someone to help.
The Maine CDC Suicide Prevention Program works to promote hope, healing, and support for all Mainers. Learn more about the Program goals and work in the Maine Suicide Prevention Program Strategic Plan (PDF).
When to Seek Immediate Help
If you or someone you know are struggling with thoughts of suicide, self harm, or experiencing a behavioral health crisis.
Contact:
- 988: Call, text, or chat. Free. Confidential. Available 24/7.
- Maine Crisis Line: 1-888-568-1112
- Call 911 for help if:
- A suicide attempt was made
- A weapon is present
- A person is lacking control or refusing help
- You are worried about the safety of yourself or others
Suicide Prevention Resources, Support, and Trainings
Suicide Data
Suicide-related data is helpful for planning, prevention, and intervention efforts. Find reports and data dashboards with data by county, gender, and age.
Other Resources for Crisis Support (Available 24/7)
- National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
- Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then press 1 or text 838255
- Trevor Project LGBTQ+ Youth (under 25) Crisis Support: 1-866-488-7386 (online chat or text START to 678-678)
- Trans Lifeline Hotline: Call 1-877-565-8860
- American Sign Language (ASL): Call 988 from a videophone or click Deaf/HoH on 988lifeline.org
Non-emergency mental health support and community resources
- Maine 211: Call 211, text your zip code to 211, or search 211 Maine online.
- NAMI Teen and Young Adult HelpLine: Text Friend to 62640, call 1-800-950-6264, chat, or email helpline@nami.org. Available Monday-Friday, 10 A.M. -- 10 P.M. ET.
- Maine's Peer Support Line: Call 1-866-771-9276. Available 24/7.
- Maine Behavioral Healthcare: Services for the deaf and hard-of-hearing.
- Strengthen ME: Free stress management and resiliency resources to promote the health and well-being of all Mainers.
- Be There for ME: Support and resources for parents and caregivers in Maine.
Suicide Prevention Materials and Campaigns
- Maine Prevention Store: Order free mental health and suicide prevention materials.
- Here To Help Maine: Adult Suicide Prevention Campaign
- Filter Out the Noise: Youth/Young Adult Suicide Prevention Campaign
School Resources:
- Suicide Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention Protocols: A Toolkit for Maine Schools (PDF)
- Suicide Prevention Resource Center After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools Second Edition (PDF)
- Immediate School Response to the Loss of a Student to Suicide (PDF)
Health Care Provider Resources:
- Zero Suicide Toolkit
- Suicide Prevention Toolkit for Primary Care Practices (PDF)
- National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention Recommended Standard of Care for People with Suicide Risk (PDF)
Support After a Suicide or Other Traumatic Loss:
- NAMI Maine can provide support after a suicide or other traumatic loss. When you are ready, contact griefsupport@namimaine.org, 1-800-464-5767 ext. 2317, or visit this page.
- Maine Grief Support Resources and Groups (In-Person and Online)
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
- See 'school resources' for school-specific information.
Training Resources:
- NAMI Maine offers in-person and virtual trainings on behalf of the Maine CDC Suicide Prevention Program. Visit the Maine Suicide Prevention Program Training Calendar.
- Suicide Prevention Resource Center
- Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) Online Training
- Counseling on Access to Lethal Means (CALM) Online Training
- Safety Planning Online Training