Virginia 988 Lifeline

Mental Health · Virginia · Free

24/7 free confidential crisis support for Virginia. Call or text 988. Useful for seniors after the loss of a spouse, sibling, or close friend — bereavement-related depression is common and treatable. Peer support groups are often free and meet weekly — caregivers and grievers say these matter as much as one-on-one therapy. Older adults have the highest suicide rate of any age group — calling 988 isn't only for young people, and it doesn't generate a record. All services free of charge to qualifying...

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