The first step to preventing suicide is recognizing that no one and no family is immune. Yes, the tragedy of suicide can impact you! That means, suicides that result in loss of life and even attempted suicides which can also be life-altering. For every person who loses their life to suicide, more than 25 others attempt suicide. Suicide and suicidal thoughts are not things that happen to other people; they are part of a public health crisis in the United States. You and your loved ones are not alone!

Get help for you or someone you love:

•. Dial 911 if you are in a true emergency situation!         

•. Dial 988 on a mobile phone to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline/National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Counselors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to talk or text. All calls are 100% confidential and at no charge.

•. Visit www.988lifeline.org and/or www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

•. Call 800-662-HELP (4357) to reach the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to locate substance abuse and mental health treatment facilities.

Don’t forget that BHS, our EWTF employer assistance program, has resources to assist you, your family or someone else you love recognize, understand, and treat suicidal thoughts. BHS can connect you to a medical professional and coordinate care with doctors. BHS can also provide support for loved ones grieving the loss of someone to suicide. All calls are completely confidential, at no cost and answered by medical professionals 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 800-327-2252. BHS is available to all EWTF members, their dependents and those residing with EWTF members.

A Summary Plan Description for the Health Plan can be found at www.ewtf.org under the “Your Health Plan” list in the middle of the homepage.

The Health Plan provides for comprehensive mental health care coverage for all EWTF members and their dependents.

• Outpatient Mental Health Treatment–covered at 80% of allowable charges after deductible is met
• Inpatient Mental Health Treatment–covered at 100% of allowable charges up to the first $7,000; after first $7,000, reimbursement is made at 80% of allowable charges
• Crisis Support Line–members and their dependents have access to—800-765-3277—at no charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week