ALBANY — The New York State Office of Mental Health recently announced bold prevention initiatives underway to help reduce suicide risk among LGBTQ+ youth and ensure everyone in the community has access to culturally appropriate crisis support when they are in need.
Specifically, the enacted Fiscal Year 2027 State Budget will fund a specialized crisis line and train local 988 contact centers to handle concerns of LGBTQ+ individuals.
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