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Suicide Prevention in Topeka

Crisis & Suicide Prevention

Sometimes problems at home, school or work can get bad enough, they become overwhelming and out-of-control — even harmful and dangerous.

Important note: If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911. 

Do not call Family Service & Guidance Center for a life-threatening emergency. Crises are as unique as the individuals and families that experience them. What may be a crisis for one person may be an ordinary, everyday experience for another; however, people and family members should seek out help if someone they care about is experiencing any of the following:

  • Is at risk of harming themselves or others
  • Attempting homicide or death by suicide
  • Showing extreme physical aggression, violence or defiance
  • Hearing voices or seeing things that aren’t really there
  • Is struggling with mental health challenges and substance use disorders
  • Has an FSGC treatment plan and needs help working through the safety/crisis plan

Family Service & Guidance Center offers crisis services 24/7/365. If you or a family member are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 785.232.5005 and ask to speak to Crisis Services.

You can also text or call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

How to Talk Kids About Suicide 

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Help is available, whenever you child needs it most

Sometimes problems at home, school or work can get bad enough, they become overwhelming and out-of-control — even harmful and dangerous. When problems are no longer manageable, help is available 24/7/365 with crisis and suicide prevention in Topeka at Family Service & Guidance Center.

About UsCrisis Services Brochure

 

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Why choose FSGC

Family Service & Guidance Center is a community mental health center that has extensive experience and expertise in meeting the mental health care  needs of children, teens and families.

We serve nearly 10,000 individuals and families each year from more than 20 Kansas counties with direct clinical services, education and outreach. Our highly trained, dedicated professionals are here to help.

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Don’t let little problems become big ones.

We know how tough everyday life can be. FSGC can help. Visit the “Get Started” page now and pre-register yourself or your child for mental health services in Topeka at Family Service & Guidance Center. The sooner you get started, the sooner you’ll begin to heal.

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