Federal agencies award $3.5 million to expand 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline response in the Delaware Valley

The Jeme Agency’s new online 988 awareness branding tool includes thousands of images and designs that people can pick from.

Philadelphia leaders announced plans to build on 988 services and expand behavioral health crisis options throughout the city in the coming years.

Starting Saturday, people having a mental health crisis will be able to call or text 9-8-8 to be connected with a mental health professional.