06/20/2025

Trump Administration to Close LGBTQ+ Suicide Hotline Program Next Month

The national hotline launched in 2022 focused on LGBTQ+ youth

The federal government said on Tuesday it is ending the national suicide hotline's specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth next month.

In a press release, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) -- which falls under the Department of Health and Human Services -- said the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline would close the LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services program on July 17.

"The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will no longer silo LGB+ [sic] youth services, also known as the 'Press 3 option,' to focus on serving all help seekers, including those previously served through the Press 3 option," SAMHSA said in statement.

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