National suicide hotline needs Ohio's added funding, continued support
The national suicide 988 hotline went online in July. But it still needs state legislative support if it is to operate beyond next summer.
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The national suicide 988 hotline went online in July. But it still needs state legislative support if it is to operate beyond next summer.
Many employees will transfer to other programs operated by nonprofit Netcare Access when the 24/7 crisis service unit comes to an end by Nov. 25.
The Columbus Division of Police is responding to a mounting number of mental health-related calls. It's been a steady increase for at least the last five years.
Officials with the City of Columbus and Franklin County are announcing additional help for homeless shelters across central Ohio.
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