988's LGBTQ+ services return just as New York secures funding for its own crisis line - WRGB

New York has secured funding to launch its own suicide prevention crisis line, coinciding with the return of LGBTQ+ focused services under the national 988 mental health hotline. The move comes as advocates highlight the need for specialized support for the LGBTQ+ community amid rising concerns about mental health disparities. While the national line has temporarily paused dedicated LGBTQ+ resources, New York’s initiative aims to fill a critical gap in accessible care. The development raises questions about how states will coordinate with federal mental health services moving forward.

988's LGBTQ+ services return just as New York secures funding for its own crisis line  WRGB