local resources

in a crisis?

If you or someone you know is suicidal or in emotional distress, call 988.

If this is a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.

988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code for the national suicide and crisis lifeline. People can call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org if they are in crisis or are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support, which can include having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis.

Signs and symptoms of MENTAL health concerns

  • Changes in routines or social activities
  • Decline in the care of domestic animals
  • Increase in illness or other chronic conditions
  • Increase in farm accidents
  • Decline in appearance of the farmstead
  • Signs of stress in children including struggles with school
  • Decreased interest in activities or events

**Iowa Concern Flyer from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach**

warning signs

of suicidal intent

  • Talking about suicide and history of suicide of family member or friend
  • Changes in sleep and/or eating patterns
  • Stopped taking medication as prescribed or hoarding medication
  • Increased use of drugs or alcohol
  • Preoccupation with death
  • Giving away possessions
  • Obtaining firearms
  • Withdrawing from family friends, and routines that were pleasurable
  • Talking about being a burden to others
  • Feeling trapped - like there is no way out

Search for mental health providers via online databases

Protect the people you love

The access to BEHAVIORAL health care services is growing rapidly in our rural areas.

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“You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you.”

-dan millman