Immediate Help Available!
If you or someone you care about is in immediate danger, text the crisis line at 741741, call 1-800-273-8255, or chat online.
Need Guidance?
If you are unsure where to begin, contact the JFS Navigator via email or by calling 913-327-8250.
Are you a teen struggling with your mental health? We’re glad you’re here. It’s OK to get help.
It’s OK to talk to someone you care about even if you feel uncomfortable or awkward, or aren’t sure of the right thing to say.
If a family member doesn’t seem like themselves or you know they’ve been unwell, don’t be afraid to ask how they are.
Start The Conversation
The biggest impact of stigma around mental illness, or wherever stigma shows up, is isolation, shame and the feeling of being separate from the support and care of loved ones and community. What’s the biggest step toward combating stigma? It’s simple. Just reaching out with normal, caring conversation to let your loved one know you care and you’re there for them. Or if you’re struggling, reach out to someone you trust (this could be a friend, family member, faith leader, teacher, etc.) or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. IT’S OK to ask for help.