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One year in, 988 crisis line looks to next steps

One year after the creation of the three-digit crisis hotline known as 988, officials say the next step is expanding awareness and local crisis care.

Tribune News Service · Jul 14, 2023

One year in, 988 crisis line looks to next steps - Roll Call

One year after it was rolled out, officials, lawmakers and advocates say 988 has been a strong addition to the continuum of care.

Roll Call · Jul 13, 2023

National 988 crisis hotline readied for rollout

WASHINGTON — The long-awaited three-digit crisis hotline known as 988 rolls out nationally Saturday, a win for mental health advocates who see the simplified number as the first step on a path toward building out crisis care.

Tribune News Service · Jul 14, 2022