September 8th is 988 Day

Celebrate Mental Health Support With Us

Come and join the Office of Behavioral Health and our community partners at the State Capitol as we celebrate 988 day.

Attend the Rally at the Capitol

Join Us on Tues. Sept. 8, 2026:

  • 10:00 a.m. Rally
  • 10:30 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. Resource Fair
  • Huey P. Long Statue
    900 North Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
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Other Ways to Support:

  • Wear purple or teal

  • Share 988 on socials using #988Day and #Louisiana988

  • Check in with someone you care about

  • Encourage others to save 988 in their phone

  • Host your own wellness activity

  • Display 988 materials

The Louisiana 988 helpline provides emotional support to thousands of residents each month.

Louisiana 988 specialists are ready to help whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, having thoughts of suicide, or having concerns about gambling, alcohol, or drug use. Get compassionate help.

It’s free, confidential, and 24/7. Call or text 988, or chat online at Louisiana988.org.

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