It is necessary to maintain lists of resources available for use by school personnel so that they know exactly who to contact when they are working with a student who might be suicidal. Generate your own list with local and state contact information.
- School administrators
- School nurses
- School gatekeepers (individuals trained to recognize and respond to suicidal behavior)
- Social workers and guidance counselors, School Resource Officers
- Psychological services providers
- Community resources
- National Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
- Mental health agencies, especially crisis service units
- Private clinics/facilities
- Hospital emergency rooms
- Police
- Local religious leaders
- Emergency medical services
Reference:
This information was modified for Delaware by Project LIFE from the Oregon Youth Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Postvention Guidelines: A Resource for School Personnel. December 2009