Risk of suicide is higher when the following behaviors are new or have increased, due to a painful event, loss, or change. These signs may mean someone is at risk, and in need of resources.

Discussion of:
• Being a burden to others
• Wanting to die, kill oneself 
• Feelings of hopelessness
• Having no reason to live
• Feeling trapped
• Unbearable pain 

Showing signs of: 
• Substance abuse
• Anxiety
• Agitation
• Recklessness
• Sleeping too little
• Sleeping too much
• Withdrawal
• Isolation
• Extreme mood swings

You don’t have to be an expert to help someone you know. 

Support is available. Refer to this list of professional resources while navigating a difficult situation. 

Suicide Prevention Resources:
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE
The Lifeline provides confidential support, prevention and crisis resources, and best practices for professionals.
800.273-TALK (8255) 
SuicidePreventionLifeline.org

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS 
Get answers to your questions about mental health such as symptoms of illness, treatment options, local support,
and education programs.
800.950-NAMI
TEXT “NAMI” TO 741-741
NAMI.org

VETERANS CRISIS LINE
Connect with caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. 
800.273-8255, press 1
TEXT 838-255
VeteransCrisisLine.net

CARPENTER TRUSTS
For information on your health care coverage and the Employee Assistance Program, contact your trust. 

Oregon and SW Washington Carpenters Trust
William C Earhart Co, Inc
800.547-1314
wcearhart.com

Carpenters Trust of Western Washington
Covering: WA, ID, MT, WY
800.552-0635
ctww.org

Alaska Carpenters Trust Funds
Welfare & Pension Administration Services, Inc
800.478-4431
alaskacarpenterstrusts.com