Red Cross

• (775) 856-1000
• Fire, flood, hazardous materials, weather events – emergency
• Money for clothing replacement (only if clothing is not salvageable)
• Food (if client placed in motel)
• Lodging 2 nights (3 if weekend or holiday)
• Emergency prescriptions (if needed immediately)
• Mental health counselors (on-call if needed)
• Referrals to thrift stores
• Help with replacement of eye glasses, bedding and linens, and 1^st month’s rent if deemed necessary by a Red Cross caseworker
• Will help even if insured – help is free
• Health and safety classes – fee based

Carson Office of Emergency Management

Emergency Management Links

Many organizations across the United States provide valuable information and services dealing with disaster preparedness and emergency management. Here are just a few of the many resources on the World Wide Web…links and links to links…on Emergency Management.

Earthquake Preparedness

So, you’re interested in what you can do to prepare for an earthquake. We’re not exactly on the San Andreas fault here in Carson Country, but we’re too close for comfort. That’s why it pays to be prepared and by checking into this page, you are at least curious!

Flood Preparedness

Welcome to our flood preparedness site. We want to ensure that you have the necessary information to help you prepare for the potentiality of a flood in the Carson City area. Floods can occur in any season, but the greatest threat is posed from rains and the melt off of mountain snow pack which can swell rivers and runoffs to capacity and beyond and wreak havoc.

Hazardous Materials

Welcome to our hazardous materials information page. Hazardous materials are a common and important part of our everyday life. When properly controlled, these materials are useful elements in business, industry, agriculture, and at home. Uncontrolled, they may present a hazard to health and safety, the environment, and property. Clicking on any of the following will provide you information on just about everything related to hazardous materials operations and management.

This web site is not intended for use as an emergency service. If you or someone you know is in a life-threatening situation, PLEASE CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.

24/7/365 Crisis Hotline

Call: (775) 784-8090
Text: “ANSWER” to 839863

24-Hour Crisis Hotline

Crisis Call Center’s 24-hour crisis line often serves as the first point of contact for individuals who are seeking help, support, and information. Crisis can affect anyone at any time. The need for emotional support or referral assistance is something most individuals encounter at some point in their lives. Staff and volunteers are available 24/7/365 to help individuals discover the skills and resources that they uniquely possess that allow them to develop solutions to maximize self-sufficiency.

If people have the opportunity to talk while experiencing a crisis, the risk of harm to self or others is greatly diminished. Immediate support during a crisis has also been shown to greatly reduce occurrences of abuse and neglect. One of the biggest reasons why our callers appreciate our crisis lines is the anonymous and confidential nature of the free service available to ANYONE at ANYTIME in need of assistance. During times of crisis, people often feel more comfortable talking to someone they don’t know, enabling them to discuss feelings and concerns in a way that may differ from talking with friends and family members.

Crisis Call Center’s 24-hour crisis line is here to provide a safe, non-judgmental source of support for individuals in any type of crisis. In addition to our 24-hour crisis hotline, we also offer crisis intervention through text messaging.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need immediate assistance, please dial: 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)

All calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline are answered by local crisis centers belonging to the national network. Crisis Call Center is proud to be a member of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network.

Fallon Rural Clinics (Counseling, Mental Health and Supportive Services)

Open M-F, 8AM-5PM, (Closed for Lunch 12-1) for more information, contact (775) 423-7141

• Walk-ins
• 2 adult and 2 child psychiatrists through Tele-Med
• Individual, group, and family therapies
• Nursing staff – One FT and one PT RN
• Two FT and one PT Clinicians
• One Service Coordinator
• Children, Adults, Geriatrics
• 50% dually diagnosed, chemically dependent
  • Major depression, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, psychosis (percentage of seriously mentally ill who are violent is similar to the regular population)
• HUD and Low-Income housing application forms assistance
• Sliding fee scale with proof of income
• Referrals to other agencies if needed

Payment options:

• Private insurance
• Medicaid/Medicare
• Bill insurance companies

– Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group Information

– Suicide Prevention Training

Suicide Prevention

As a member of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network, Crisis Call Center offers free and confidential support, intervention, and information for individuals throughout Nevada seeking help for themselves or their loved ones who are experiencing suicidal thoughts or crisis-related issues.

     – Are you a suicide attempt survivor?
     – Have you lost a loved one to suicide?
     – Do you support suicide prevention?
     – Share your story on the Lifeline Gallery and help others connect to help and hope.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free suicide prevention service available to anyone in suicidal crisis. If you need immediate assistance, please dial: 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)

All calls to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline are answered by local crisis centers belonging to the national network. Crisis Call Center is proud to be a member of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline network.

Although suicide prevention is the primary mission of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, people can call the Lifeline for many reasons:

The life of each and every individual has meaning and value. Individually, our lives have a huge influence on a great many people. The loss of a life by suicide impacts an entire community. By knowing the signs and helping someone who is suicidal, you have done more for that person and your community than you will ever know.

Suicide Warning Signs

Click here to view the verbal, behavioral, and environmental warning signs of someone who may be contemplating suicide.

Suicide Lethality Scale

Click here to view the Suicide Lethality Scale.

Understanding And Helping The Suicidal Individual

Be Aware Of The Warning Signs
If you or someone you know exhibits any of the following signs, seek help as soon as possible by contacting a mental health professional, calling Crisis Call Center at (775) 784-8090 or 1 (800) 273-8255, or by calling the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1 (800) 273-8255.

– Threatening to hurt or kill oneself or talking about wanting to hurt or kill oneself.
– Looking for ways to kill oneself by seeking access to firearms, pills, or other means.
– Talking or writing about death, dying, or suicide when these actions are out of the ordinary for the person.
– Feeling hopeless.
– Feeling rage or uncontrolled anger or seeking revenge.
– Acting reckless or engaging in risky activities, seemingly without thinking.
– Feeling trapped, like there’s no way out.
– Increasing alcohol or drug use.
– Withdrawing from friends, family, and society.
– Feeling anxious, agitated, or unable to sleep or sleeping all the time.
– Experiencing dramatic mood changes.
– Seeing no reason for living or having no sense of purpose in life.

How do you remember the warning signs of suicide? Here’s a mnemonic device that can help you remember the basic signs:
IS PATH WARM?
Ideation
Substance Abuse

Purposelessness
Anxiety
Trapped
Hopelessness

Withdrawl
Anger
Recklessness
Mood Change

Are You Or Is Someone You Love At Risk Of Suicide?

Suicide Is 100% Preventable If You Know The Signs And Take Action.
– Be aware. Learn the warning signs.
– Get involved. Become available. Show interest and support.
– Ask if he/she is thinking about suicide.
– Be direct. Talk openly and freely about suicide.
– Be willing to listen. Allow for expression of feelings. Accept the feelings.
– Be non-judgmental. Don’t debate whether suicide is right or wrong, or feelings are good or bad. Don’t lecture on the value of life.
– Don’t dare him/her to do it.
– Don’t give advice by making decisions for someone else, or by telling them to behave differently.
– Don’t ask “why”? This encourages defensiveness.
– Offer empathy, not sympathy.
– Don’t act shocked. This creates distance.
– Don’t be sworn to secrecy. Seek support.
– Offer hope that alternatives are available, do not offer glib reassurance; it only proves you don’t understand.
– Take action! Remove means! Get help from individuals or agencies specializing in crisis intervention and suicide prevention.

Be Aware of Feelings, Thoughts, and Behaviors
Nearly everyone, at some time in his or her life, thinks about suicide. Almost everyone decides to live because they come to realize that the crisis is temporary, but death is not. On the other hand, people in the midst of a crisis often perceive their dilemma as inescapable and feel an utter loss of control. Frequently, they:

– Can’t stop the pain.
– Can’t think clearly.
– Can’t make decisions.
– Can’t see any way out.
– Can’t sleep, eat or work.
– Can’t get out of the depression.
– Can’t make the sadness go away.
– Can’t see the possibility of change.
– Can’t see themselves as worthwhile.
– Can’t get someone’s attention.
– Can’t seem to get control.

If you are concerned about a family member or friend, show you care and ask the question: Do you feel suicidal? Trust your gut instincts, and if you’re concerned, help get the person to support services that can help. If the person can’t open up to you, find someone else who can talk with that person. If you are unsure but still concerned, call the Crisis Call Center to speak with one of our trained volunteers today.

Don’t delay. Your concern could save a life. Call 1 (800) 273-8255.