call/Text 911 if someone threatens to hurt themselves
If you are feeling suicidal, please call us!
It can be scary when a friend or loved one is talking about suicide. If someone you know has any warning signs we encourage you to call 911. The dispatchers will send someone to do a wellness check to ensure the safety and welfare of the person you are worried about.
Ways to Contact other than 911
Call Barry County Central Dispatch
You can call our non-emergency line 24/7 at (269)-948-4800 and our trained staff will help you locate resources that can help. We prefer you call or text us at 911 as suicide is a serious struggle for many.
Call the Suicide Prevention Hotline
You can call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) and talk with a crisis counselor 24/7. If you are a Veteran, call the lifeline and press 1
Want to Text Instead
You can text the Crisis Text Line at 741741 24/7 if you prefer to text.
Want More Information?
You can find more resources at the Barry County Community Mental Health Authority, Suicide Prevention Hotline and Crisis Text Line