Kansas' 988 Lifeline saw a 70% rise in calls, highlighting increased demand for mental health support.

The Kansas 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline saw significant growth in 2024, with a 70% rise in calls and a 45% increase in texts and chats. The service answered 25,432 calls, reaching an 88.5% in-state answer rate, up from 70% pre-launch. Nationally, the 988 Lifeline has handled 10.8 million calls since July 2022, with an 89% answer rate. The report highlights the need for further workforce development and accessibility improvements.

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