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Mental Health, Wellness, Suicide Prevention

You Are Not Alone
In the quiet moments when the weight of the world feels unbearable, it’s easy to believe that no
one understands. But the truth is—many do. Mental health challenges affect millions of people,
from all walks of life. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and suicidal thoughts are not signs of
weakness. They are signals that something inside needs care, attention, and healing.
Wellness isn’t just the absence of illness—it’s the presence of support, purpose, and connection.
And healing begins when we speak up, reach out, and allow others to walk beside us.

If you’re hurting, please know this:

  • You are not broken. You are human.

  • You are not alone. You are loved.

  • You are not beyond help. You are worthy of it.
     

There are counselors, peer support groups, crisis lines, and community programs ready to
listen—without judgment. Whether you’re navigating grief, addiction, trauma, or simply feeling
lost, help is available. And asking for it is one of the bravest things you can do.


What You Can Do Today:

  • Talk to someone you trust—a friend, a mentor, a therapist.

  •  Call or text a suicide prevention hotline.

  •  Join a support group in your area or online.

  • Take one small step toward wellness: a walk, a journal entry, a deep breath.

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You matter. Your story matters. And your tomorrow can be brighter than today.

National Hotlines​

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 | 988lifeline.org

  • Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 then press 1 | Text 838255 | VeteransCrisisLine.net

  • National Youth Crisis Hotline: 800-442-4673

  • National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673 | rainn.org

  •  National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 | thehotline.org


DC-Area Resources​

  •  DC Access Helpline (24/7): 888-793-4357 | dbh.dc.gov

  • NAMI DC Helpline: 202-466-0972 | namidc.org

  • Community Connections: communityconnectionsdc.org

  •  La Clínica del Pueblo (bilingual care): lcdp.org

  •  Latin American Youth Center: 877-423-1002 | layc-dc.org

  • St. Mary’s Center: maryscenter.org

  •  Hurdle Health (for Black men and families): hurdle.health

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