Suicide Prevention
Remember, when you are alone and discouraged, everything appears worse than it is.
What you need is support to get you through the current crisis. Seek out a counselor, clergy, doctor, parent, teacher, or a friend you trust. Pray, and remember God cares and has a plan for each of us! Here at Catholic Social Services of Rapid City, we’re here to serve as a constant reminder that you’re never alone and always have people in your court to help you work through whatever is facing you in life.
Know that depression and addiction are treatable. You are loved beyond all measure.
In Need of Immediate Assistance?
If you need immediate assistance, please dial 911, 211 (Helpline Center) or contact the 24-hour National Suicide Hotline by dialing 988.
How We Aid in Suicide Prevention
Catholic Social Services provides professional social services to individuals and families of all faiths in South Dakota, and is a champion for Suicide Prevention and the wider spread of suicide education.
Question. Persuade. Refer. (QPR)
We can all save lives. The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training. The signs of crisis are all around us. We believe that quality education empowers all people, regardless of their background, to make a positive difference in the life of someone they know.
Mental Health First Aid
Catholic Social Services of Rapid City is a leader in mental health education. Our Mental Health First Aid course takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance abuse problems by improving understanding and providing an action plan that teaches people to safely and responsibly identify and address a potential mental illness or substance abuse disorder.
Counseling
No person should live a life burdened by depression, grief, anxiety, relationship problems, or any of life’s stressors without having a support system to go to for relief and guidance. Fortunately, Catholic Social Services of Rapid City offers top-notch counseling services to those in need throughout Rapid City, the Black Hills, and Western South Dakota.
Telehealth Counseling
Catholic Social Services of Rapid City is offering confidential telehealth counseling through the Zoom platform. The location at which you receive the services must be physically located in South Dakota.
Suicide Warning Signs
- Changes in appetite
- Negative thinking
- Drug and alcohol abuse
- Sleeping too little or too much
- Withdrawing from friends and family
- Talking about seeking revenge
- Extreme mood swings
- Feeling anxious or agitated
- Preoccupation with death
- Risk taking or behaving recklessly
- Declining grades or work performance
- Depressed mood
- Giving away possessions
- Feeling numb or like nothing matters
Suicide Prevention Resources
In case of emergency CALL 911
Crisis Care Center offers 24 hour drop in center
605-391-4863
Front Porch Coalition offers support for survivors of suicide
605-348-6692
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
988
Girls and Boys Town Teen Hotline
1-800-448-3000
