434-947-5921
TELECARE is a FREE call out program that serves homebound residents in the
cities of Lynchburg and Bedford and also Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and
Campbell County. Caring TELECARE workers provide daily phone contact
(Monday - Friday) to homebound residents to check on their physical and
emotional well-being.
If contact is not made with a TELECARE participant, the volunteer takes the
necessary steps to ensure that the participant is safe.
TELECARE volunteers are there to help those who live alone feel secure in
their independence. Exceptions can be made for people who do not live
alone when there is an urgent reason for them to receive the calls.
TELECARE workers are volunteers and receive no pay. It is provided as a FREE
service of Crisis Line. Donations are appreciated and can be sent to the
address listed below. For more information call the Crisis Line office at
(434) 947-5921 or complete the TELECARE application form provided and return
to:
TELECARE
PO BOX 3074
Lynchburg, VA 24503
Interested in enrolling in the TELECARE program? Call 947-5921 for more
information or <CLICK HERE> for an application.
Interested in volunteering for the Telecare Program? <CLICK HERE>
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When It’s More Than Feeling Blue…
Virginia loses one member of its aging population to suicide every three days.
Virginians over the age of 65 have a suicide rate that is more than double that
of all other age groups in the state. Older men are particularly at risk.
Caucasian older adults are more likely to die by suicides than minority older
adults. Those who live in a rural community are also at higher risk.
Causes:
Suicide is rarely caused by a single event. It is usually the result of many
factors over a period of time. Some of these factors may include:
Loss of self-esteem due to the aging process; feelings of uselessness
hopelessness, and anger at the aging process
Depression, a deeper and more long-lasting feeling of hopelessness
which can be treated successfully with professional help
Abuse of Alcohol or Drugs
Chronic Illness
Isolation from family and friends
Other warning signs may include:
older adults who are prone to accidents and falls
loss of weight or decrease in appetite
change in sleeping pattern
giving away possessions they have cherished
purchase of a firearm
Threatening, talking about, or thinking about suicide
Past suicidal attempts
How to get help:
If you feel like you are at a dead end, there are real solutions that you may not
be able to see. Reach out and get help, call 1-800-SUICIDE for a better
answer. Suicide is NOT the answer.
How to help friend or family member who is thinking of suicide:
If you see any of the warning signs above, take the signals seriously!
Ask your friend if s/he is thinking about suicide. Be open to talking with
them about it. Don’t act shocked or judge them…they will be less likely
to open up to you.
Take action by removing easy methods they might use to kill themselves
(i.e. pills, weapons)
Contact a professional or call 1-800-273-TALK. You will need help from
those who specialize in suicide prevention. Don’t try to do it on your
own. Also contact other friends/family members to show support.
Show interest in him/her and be supportive. Tell your friend that you
want him/her to live.
Tell your friend that alternatives to suicide do exist, that they do not
have to feel hopeless forever.
For additional information
cities of Lynchburg and Bedford and also Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and
Campbell County. Caring TELECARE workers provide daily phone contact
(Monday - Friday) to homebound residents to check on their physical and
emotional well-being.
If contact is not made with a TELECARE participant, the volunteer takes the
necessary steps to ensure that the participant is safe.
TELECARE volunteers are there to help those who live alone feel secure in
their independence. Exceptions can be made for people who do not live
alone when there is an urgent reason for them to receive the calls.
TELECARE workers are volunteers and receive no pay. It is provided as a FREE
service of Crisis Line. Donations are appreciated and can be sent to the
address listed below. For more information call the Crisis Line office at
(434) 947-5921 or complete the TELECARE application form provided and return
to:
TELECARE
PO BOX 3074
Lynchburg, VA 24503
Interested in enrolling in the TELECARE program? Call 947-5921 for more
information or <CLICK HERE> for an application.
Interested in volunteering for the Telecare Program? <CLICK HERE>
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
When It’s More Than Feeling Blue…
Virginia loses one member of its aging population to suicide every three days.
Virginians over the age of 65 have a suicide rate that is more than double that
of all other age groups in the state. Older men are particularly at risk.
Caucasian older adults are more likely to die by suicides than minority older
adults. Those who live in a rural community are also at higher risk.
Causes:
Suicide is rarely caused by a single event. It is usually the result of many
factors over a period of time. Some of these factors may include:
Loss of self-esteem due to the aging process; feelings of uselessness
hopelessness, and anger at the aging process
Depression, a deeper and more long-lasting feeling of hopelessness
which can be treated successfully with professional help
Abuse of Alcohol or Drugs
Chronic Illness
Isolation from family and friends
Other warning signs may include:
older adults who are prone to accidents and falls
loss of weight or decrease in appetite
change in sleeping pattern
giving away possessions they have cherished
purchase of a firearm
Threatening, talking about, or thinking about suicide
Past suicidal attempts
How to get help:
If you feel like you are at a dead end, there are real solutions that you may not
be able to see. Reach out and get help, call 1-800-SUICIDE for a better
answer. Suicide is NOT the answer.
How to help friend or family member who is thinking of suicide:
If you see any of the warning signs above, take the signals seriously!
Ask your friend if s/he is thinking about suicide. Be open to talking with
them about it. Don’t act shocked or judge them…they will be less likely
to open up to you.
Take action by removing easy methods they might use to kill themselves
(i.e. pills, weapons)
Contact a professional or call 1-800-273-TALK. You will need help from
those who specialize in suicide prevention. Don’t try to do it on your
own. Also contact other friends/family members to show support.
Show interest in him/her and be supportive. Tell your friend that you
want him/her to live.
Tell your friend that alternatives to suicide do exist, that they do not
have to feel hopeless forever.
For additional information
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