
08/08/2025
LGBTQIA+ Support Line Removed—But Tampa Bay Steps Up
When the national 988 hotline quietly removed its LGBTQ+ support option, many were left without a safe, affirming space to turn to during crisis.
That’s why the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay is stepping in—training staff to support LGBTQ+ callers and expanding resources to meet the growing need.
This matters—especially here in Florida, where many LGBTQIA+ individuals already face daily challenges to their mental well-being.
🌴 Local action like this saves lives. It reminds us that even when national systems fall short, our communities can rise up with empathy, support, and protection.
📣 Know someone who needs a safe space? Share this. Talk about it. Let’s keep showing up for each other.