At Project Tomorrow Montana, prevention is at the heart of our mission. By equipping individuals, families, and communities with knowledge and tools, we aim to reduce the risk of suicide and foster mental wellness across all ages. Prevention involves proactive education, open conversations, and accessible resources, helping to build a community where people feel supported and connected.
To learn more about ways to prevent suicide, explore the resources below.
National Resources
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is a free, confidential support service available 24/7 for anyone experiencing thoughts of suicide, a mental health or substance use crisis, or emotional distress. By calling or texting 988, or chatting at 988lifeline.org, individuals are connected with trained crisis counselors who provide immediate support and can help connect them with local resources. The Lifeline is available to people of all ages and backgrounds, offering compassionate care in times of need.
Call or text 988, chat 988lifeline.org
Press 1 for Veterans, Press 2 for Spanish
Visit 988lifeline.org for Deaf/HoH resources
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a leading national nonprofit dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. Through research, education, advocacy, and support for survivors of suicide loss, AFSP works to improve mental health and prevent suicide.
AFSP.org provides resources for those having thoughts of suicide, suicide loss survivors, and those recovering after an attempt.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ young people under 25. Through free, confidential support via phone, text, and chat, The Trevor Project helps youth navigate mental health challenges in a safe, affirming environment. In addition to its 24/7 crisis services, the organization offers advocacy, research, and education programs aimed at creating a more inclusive and supportive world for LGBTQ+ youth.
Trevor Project Crisis Services:
Call 1-866-488-7386
Text ‘START’ to 678-678
Chat at thetrevorproject.org
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States – 24/7, free, confidential. Crisis Text Line (CTL) is here for you. A live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform.
Local Resources
The Mobile Support Team (MST) responds with law enforcement to behavioral health-related 911 calls. The response units consist of a licensed mental health clinician and an emergency medical technician (EMT). The MST also has a Case Facilitator who follows up with clients to provide resource navigation. MST is in service 7 days/week 10 AM-8PM.
MST is dispatched through the 911 system
Dial 911 for emergencies
Dial (406) 728-0911 for non-emergencies
Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services Suicide Prevention
Karl Rosston, LCSW
Suicide Prevention Coordinator, Montana DPHHS
406-444-3349
krosston@mt.gov
Missoula County Health Department Suicide Prevention
Free gun locks, prescription deactivation pouches, and prescription lock boxes are available to the public at the Missoula Public Health Immunization Clinic at 301 W. Alder or by contacting the Suicide Prevention Office directly.
suicideprevention@missoulacounty.us
(406) 258-3881
Missoula Crisis Intervention Team
The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) is a community partnership of law enforcement, medical and first responders, emergency dispatchers, mental health and substance use treatment providers, hospital systems, consumers of mental health services, attorneys, advocacy groups, unhoused population service providers, and others.
(406) 829-9515
Western Montana Mental Health Center/AWARE Inc.
(406) 532-8400
Winds of Change Mental Health Center
(406) 541-4673
(406) 830-3294
University of Montana Curry Health Center
(406) 243-4712
Tamarack Grief Resource Center
(406) 541-8472
(406) 258-4789
Providence St. Patrick Hospital
406-327-3362
Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program
406-327-3182 ext. 1234
(406) 728-4100
(406) 721-4918
(406) 880-1013
(406) 531-4728
Resources for Professionals
American Association of Suicidology
Counseling on Access to Lethal Means
Living Works Suicide Prevention Skills Trainings
Means Matter-Harvard School of Public Health
Montana DPHHS Injury and Overdose Indicators Dashboard
Montana DPHHS Suicide Prevention 2025 Strategic Plan and Interactive Toolkit
