Iowa
Iowa suicide prevention plans and initiatives
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) suicide prevention program works with stakeholders to provide information about signs and symptoms of depression and suicide and develop suicide prevention strategies. IDPH also funds community programs to identify youth who are most at risk for suicide and provide assessment and referral for services. The IDPH Division of Behavioral Health funds the Your Life Iowa program, which provides 24/7 crisis services via phone (855-581-8111), text (855-895-8398), and through the Live Chat feature on their site. The site also includes a depression screening quiz, suicide warning signs, help for family and friends, FAQs about suicide, and tips for practicing self-care. The Iowa Plan for Suicide Prevention: 2022-2027, published in March of 2022, aims to reduce the annual number of deaths through capacity building, the integration of evidence-based, culturally sensitive strategies, and the promotion of community resilience.