USD 377

Jenna Hawk-Porter – JSH School Counselor

Email: hawk.jenna@usd377.org

Phone: 913.833.2240

If you or a loved one is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a mental health crisis, here are some local options:

1. Well Check - If they are not safe to transport to one of the options below, or you are not in the same location but have a concern, you can call 911 for a well check. A well check is an opportunity for a police officer to talk to the person and see if they need additional professional resources.
2. Lifelines - these numbers can be used if you are unsure how to help someone in a mental health crisis or if you are in need of mental health help for yourself.
   1. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
   2. Crisis Text Line- Text Connect to 741741

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, you can take them to one of the following options for an Emergency Intake:

1. Emergency Room at local hospital
2. Guidance Center: 201 Main St. Atchison, KS 66002  Phone: 913-367-1593 8am-5pm Crisis Emergency Only
3. Atchison Community Health Clinic:  1412 N. 2^nd St. Atchison, KS 66002  Phone: 913-367-4879
4. Atchison County Sheriff’s Depart. or Atchison Police Department – Emergency Phone: 911  Non-Emergency Phone: 913-367-4323

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