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WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE IN CRISIS

Do not try to "second guess" the situation. Go with your gut. If you feel anxious, scared or in danger, get help now.

Where To Get Help On Chicago's North Shore


Contact your school's social work department

 

 

 

 

 



IN AN EMERGENCY

If you are on Chicago's North Shore -

  • Go directly to the Emergency Room
    Highland Park Hospital is the closest hospital in the area with inpatient facilities for adolescents and young adults. It is located at 718 Glenview Avenue, Highland Park, IL 60035 [ map ]. To contact the 24 hour crisis line, call 847-480-3710.

  • Talk to an on-call Crisis Professional
    Contact the Evanston Northwestern Hospital Crisis Team at 847.570.2500. Listen carefully to the whole message for further instructions.


If you are outside of Chicago's North Shore area -

Dial 911 immediately or call 1-800-SUICIDE.

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