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Suicide Prevention
Suicide Risk Factors and Warning Signs
Suicide Prevention & Crisis Service (Ithaca)
The Crisisline (800) 273 8255
Free, Confidential Counseling
24 hours, 7 days a week
“Are you upset, confused, depressed, lonely, hurt, angry, scared, suicidal, worried about someone else, or so overwhelmed that you don’t know what to do? Calling for help when you are in emotional pain is smart. We don’t give advice, judge, or try to fix you. We are here to listen, support, and guide you towards finding your own solution.”
The Chat (607) 269 4500
Text messaging Mon-Fri 6-9 p.m.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273 8255
Crisis Text Line 24/7 Text “Home” to 741-741
Veterans Crisis Line (800 273 8255 and press 1 or send a text message to 838255)
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
AFSP offers an online library of resources if you need to learn more about mental health, get help if you have suicidal thoughts, are worried about somebody else, or have lost a loved one or community member to suicide.
Rape and Sexual Assault
Ithaca Emergency Assistance Dial 911
Cornell University Emergency Assistance (607) 255 1111
Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Education (SHARE)—Cornell University
Ithaca College Emergency Assistance (607) 274 3333
Ithaca College Rape and Sexual Assault Resources
Sexual Harassment and Assault Response and Education (SHARE)—Ithaca College
Tompkins Cortland Community College Emergency Assistance (607) 844 6511
Domestic Violence and Youth Sexual Abuse
The Advocacy Center (607) 277 5000
Listing of support groups offering services for everything from addiction to sexual abuse, for everybody from college students to veterans. Compiled by the Mental Health Association in Tompkins County. This is an informational listing—inclusion does not mean or imply an endorsement.
