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The Trump administration ended the specialized LGBTQ+ services on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which had been crucial for young LGBTQ+ individuals facing mental health challenges, citing funding issues. Despite the removal of the dedicated 'Press 3' option, general crisis support remains available through 988, and organizations like The Trevor Project continue to provide targeted support for LGBTQ+ youth.
The Trump administration has ended the specialized LGBTQ+ services on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which was designed to provide tailored crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth, sparking criticism from advocacy groups who argue it puts vulnerable young people at risk. Despite the removal of the 'press 3' option, all callers will still have access to general crisis counseling, and other subnetworks for veterans and Spanish speakers remain operational.
The Trump administration has shut down the LGBTQ Youth Specialized Services program within the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which provided tailored support for LGBTQ youth, citing funding issues. Critics argue this decision endangers vulnerable youth, with organizations like the Trevor Project and some politicians condemning the move, while states like California seek to fill the gap through partnerships and enhanced training.
The Trump administration has cut funding for the LGBTQ youth option on the US national suicide hotline, citing concerns over 'radical gender ideology,' leading to its imminent closure and raising concerns about the impact on vulnerable youth during Pride Month and amidst ongoing debates over transgender rights.
The Trump administration is ending specialized suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth on the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which has been shown to effectively support high-risk groups, raising concerns among advocates about the impact on vulnerable youth.
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline in the US has launched American Sign Language (ASL) services for callers who are deaf, deaf-blind, or hard of hearing. ASL users can now connect with a trained ASL counselor by clicking on the "ASL Now" button on the 988 Lifeline website or by calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) from their videophone. The launch of ASL services is part of an effort to make behavioral health care more accessible for underserved groups. The 988 Lifeline, which received nearly 5 million calls, texts, and online chat messages in its first year, is supported by the US Department of Health and Human Services and has received significant funding from the Biden administration.