Suicide Prevention Resources
Comprehensive resources for every situation + level of risk.
Samaritans’ Resource Hub
Samaritans’ Resource Hub is a free to use and comprehensive online platform offering mental health and suicide prevention resources. The includes targeted support + vital information for both professionals + the public alike.
With its regularly updated content, Samaritans’ Resource Hub focuses on culturally sensitive + inclusive content.
This helps to ensure that specific populations, including kids, teens, LGBTQ+, elderly, BIPOC, + AAPI communities, can access relevant + timely mental health/ suicide prevention resources, that focuses on their unique needs.
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Samaritans’ Understanding Suicide Guide
A guide built on experience.
Samaritans’ Understanding Suicide Guide is a clear, compassionate, and easy-to-use resource for anyone seeking to better understand suicide and how to support others. It offers a comprehensive look at prevention, crisis response, and postvention—breaking down key statistics, myths, and misconceptions in accessible language.
Whether you’re a concerned friend, family member, educator, or community leader, this guide walks you through how to recognize warning signs, approach difficult conversations, ask directly about suicide, and respond with care.
Featuring over 60 pre-screened NYC-based programs and services—with detailed descriptions, contact information, and links—it also connects individuals to community resources, free trainings, depression screenings, and suicide support groups.
Safe in a Crisis: Lethal Means Safety Guide
The Safe in a Crisis: Lethal Means Safety Guide provides practical strategies to reduce access to potentially dangerous items—such as firearms, medications, and sharp objects—during times of crisis.
It offers guidance on approaching conversations about safety, implementing protective measures at home and beyond, and fostering collaboration to support individuals at risk.
While no single approach eliminates all risk, this guide empowers individuals and families with tools to create a safer environment and prevent suicide.
Samaritans’ downloadable resources.
In addition to Samaritans’ Resource Hub, below you will find quick links to our most utilized resources! ✓ Easy to understand ✓ Up-to-date ✓ Best Practices ✓ Research Informed
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