During this time of uncertainty and isolation, it can be difficult to maintain a positive outlook on life. Many students are facing emotional and mental struggles due to loss of a family member, inadequate supplies at home or simply just from the lack of social interaction. Most are often unaware of the availability of resources within the community for those who are facing hardships. 

    The National Suicide Prevention Hotline is (800)273-8255 and is available in English and Spanish which runs 24 hours. The Wenatchee Suicide Prevention Hotline is (509) 662-7105.

    There are multiple resources in the Wenatchee Valley area that are here to give assistance to anyone in need. The National Alliance on Mental Health is partnered with Chelan and Douglas county to provide services to the public. Recovery Innovations, located on 701 N Miller St., offers suicide prevention services as well as treatment regarding substance abuse. They can be by phone at (509)293-4777. Every Thursday at 5:30 p.m., the Center for Alcohol and Drug treatment hosts a Substance Abuse Family and Friend Support Group. They are located at 411 Okanogan Ave. and can be contacted at (509)662-9673 for any questions. The Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group, hosted by the The Compassionate Friends Wenatchee Valley Chapter, meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm at Grace Lutheran Church which is located at1408 Washington St.. Questions can be directed to (509)860-3620. 

    Our community also offers services and programs to those who are interested in supporting others. Put on by Confluence Health, the Compassionate Self class is a five week class that teaches compassion practices for others and oneself. In order to enroll, contact (509)667-3650. The Catholic Family and Child Services also offers two main programs. One is the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, which is for those who would like to learn about responding to a person who is in a mental health crisis. The other program is Suicide Prevention Training, which is available to those who would like to aid someone who may seem suicidal. You can reach Catholic Charities at (509)662-6761. The Wenatchee Valley College webpage offers in-depth information about suicide prevention, how to identify warning signs and receiving support. A resource directory made by the Greater Wenatchee Valley is also available to the public. The directory lists areas in the valley that offer additional resources for anyone in need. 

National Alliance on Mental Health Webpage

http://www.suicide.org/hotlines/washington-suicide-hotlines.html

https://www.wvc.edu/students/support/counseling/suicide-prevention.html