24-Hour Nationwide Crisis Hotlines![]() As of July 2022, calling 988 provides compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress – whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress. As of November 2022, 988 callers now have the option of pressing 4 to connect to an all-Native team who is familiar with historical, intergenerational trauma, self care and more traditional elements.
Text the word “NATIVE” to 741741 and you’ll be connected with a trained crisis counselor - free, confidential, and available 24/7. ![]() You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to call the Veterans Crisis Line. Access free, confidential support 24/7, 365 days a year. Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or Text 838255.
![]() The StrongHearts Native Helpline, (844) 762-8483 is a confidential and anonymous culturally-appropriate domestic violence and dating violence helpline for Native Americans, available every day from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. PT.
![]() Crisis services for LGBTQ2S people are available 24/7 from The Trevor Project at (866) 488-7386 or by texting START to 678678.
When Your Friend Is Talking About Suicide (WeRNative article) |
County Crisis LinesOkanogan County Crisis Hotline - (866) 826-6191
Ferry County Crisis Hotline - (866) 268-5105 Grant County Crisis Hotline - (509) 765-1717 Tribal Non-Emergency Contacts
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Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among people aged 10-34. The suicide rate has increased 35% since 1999.
Native Connections Mission
The health and well-being of the Colville Tribal members is of the utmost priority for the tribal leadership, and the most sacred trust the membership can bestow upon the leadership of the tribal council. The health and wellness of tribal members encompass the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual elements of life. The CCT Tribal Council are committed and invested in reducing health disparities by promoting a range of health services that incorporates indigenous cultural modalities to best serve the tribal communities.
Sharey Redthunder, Project Coordinator
(509) 634-2549
Sharey Redthunder, Project Coordinator
(509) 634-2549