In an emergency, call 911.
Local and National Resources
Natrona County Assistance
For Emergency, please call 911
For immediate assistance or crisis Call or text 988
Central Wyoming Counseling Center (307) 237-9583 cwcc.us
Wyoming Behavioral Institute (307) 237-7444 wbihelp.com
Banner Health Wyoming Medical Center: (307) 577-7201 https://www.bannerhealth.com/locations/casper/wyoming-medical-center
For Non-crisis assistance:
Central Wyoming Counseling Center (307)237-9583 cwcc.us
Mercer Family Resource Center: (307) 265-7366 mercercasper.com
Natrona County Online Resources:
JR’s Hunt; For Life support group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1560720320908861
National Alliance for Mental Illness- Wyoming: namiwyoming.com
Safe2Tell Downloadable app/website/hotline: safe2tellwy.org
Local Support Groups
Suicide Survivors Support Group
1st & 3rd Thursdays, 6:30pm to 8:00pm
1032 E. First Street Casper, WY
Facilitator: Lance Neiberger @ 307-258-6143
Drop-ins welcome!
Life After Loss: 9-week, Faith-based Group
Mondays, 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Facilitators: Tina Sterken @ 307-337-7763 or Mark Sterken @ 307-251-8231
JR'S Hunt; For Life
Online only. Go to J.R.’s Hunt; For Life facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/jrshuntforlife
Facilitator: Jenny Hunter @ 307-259-6032
First Responder Family Support Group
Tuesdays, 5:30pm - 7pm
Facilitator: Brandi Krugler, PPC
To sign up, call Brandi @ 307-215-8771 or email brandikrugler@gmail.com
Suicide Loss Gried Support Group @ Central Wyoming Hospice & Transitions
Thursdays, 5:00pm to 6:15pm
Facilitators: Greta Maxfield, LCSW & Megan Ball
To sign up, call Greta at 307-577-4862.
Attempted Suicide Survivors Support Group
Monday Evenings - Eight Week Course, 6:00pm-7:30pm
Facilitators: Brittany DiDinado, Sheena Hixson, Tina Sterken, & Jason Whitmire
To sign up, call Brittany @ 307-441-1443
National Assistance
The National Lifeline: 9-8-8
988 is now active across the United States. This new, shorter phone number will make it easier for people to remember and access mental health crisis services.
**Please note, the previous 1-800-273-TALK (8255) number will continue to function indefinitely.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, 988 provides 24/7 connection to confidential support. There is Hope. Just call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org #988Lifeline
Calling or texting 988 or chatting 988Lifeline.org will connect you to compassionate care and support for mental health-related distress.
Wyoming Text Line: 307-776-0610
Chat online: 988lifeline.org
Online Resources
National Alliance for Mental Illness : nami.org
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention: afsp.org
National Institute for Mental Health: nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention/index.shtml
Suicide Prevention Resource Center: www.sprc.org