Despite being one of the healthiest states, Colorado has the eighth-highest suicide rate in the country. If you or a loved one are experiencing mental health problems or suicidal thoughts, check out these local resources:

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Office of Suicide Prevention

303-692-2539, colorado.gov

Suicide Prevention Coalition of Colorado

720-383-7722, suicidepreventioncolorado.org

Community Mental Health Centers (Colorado Department of Human Services)

844-493-8255, colorado.gov

Mental Health Center of Denver

303-504-6500, mhcd.org

Denver Health: Mental Health and Addiction Treatment for Children, Teens, and Adults

303-602-4357, denverhealth.org/medical-services/mental-health

The Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health

303-893-7984, coloradofederation.org

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