Mental Health & Recovery Board serving Belmont, Harrison & Monroe Counties

02/04/2026

💛 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month.
1 in 3 teens will experience some form of dating abuse. Awareness is the first step toward prevention. Let’s start the conversation.

02/02/2026

💜 Dating violence affects all genders.
Everyone deserves safety and support — no exceptions.

02/01/2026

🧡 Healthy relationships start with respect.
Every teen deserves to feel safe, supported, and heard.

01/23/2026

01/22/2026

Does everyone have the same access to services provided by 988?

Yes, anyone located in a U.S. state, territory or tribal land with access to telephone, cellular, or internet services can connect to a skilled, caring crisis counselor by calling, chatting, or texting 988.

01/19/2026

"Will 911 be called if I contact 988? If you or the person you are calling about is in physical danger, your 988 counselor will contact 911 for emergency services support."

01/16/2026

"911: Urgent threats to life or safety, immediate intervention for physical danger, medical emergencies, crimes in progress."

01/13/2026

"988: Emotional support, crisis de-escalation, connection to community resources, relies on law enforcement/emergency medical intervention only when necessary."

01/08/2026

Can I call 988 for or about someone else?
Yes, 988 crisis counselors provide caring support
and resources for family, friends, caregivers, and
advocates who reach out about another person they
are concerned about.

01/05/2026

The 988 Lifeline responds 24/7 to calls, chats or texts from anyone who needs support for suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis, and connects those in need with a counselor who listens and talks through your unique situation to give personal, judgment-free support. There are many reasons that people connect with the 988 Lifeline beyond su***de. Some examples include problems with drug or alcohol use, emotional distress, anxiety, depression, mental illness, loneliness, trauma, bullying, stress, relationship troubles, and just needing someone to talk with.