The Trump Administration will close the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services on July 17, ahead of schedule. Congress is unlikely to reverse this decision due to the current Republican majority. Despite this closure, there are various lifelines available for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis. The Trevor Project provides support for those under 25, while Trans Lifeline assists transgender individuals. The LGBT National Hotline and National Youth Talkline also offer resources, along with the Crisis Text Line. These services cover mental health, substance use, and other crises.
The Trump Administration is ending the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline's LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services, closing the program effective July 17.
While Congress can reverse the cuts, it's unlikely under a Republican-controlled House and Senate.
There are still several existing lifelines for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis, including The Trevor Project, Trans Lifeline, LGBT National Hotline, LGBT National Youth Talkline, and Crisis Text Line.
The Trevor Project Lifeline can be reached at (866) 488-7386, and offers chat services at TheTrevorProject.org/Help or via text.
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