SUICIDE PREVENTION

Department of Correction and Rehabilitation Mental Health Office
Days: Monday - Friday |  Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. |  Telephone: (240) 773-9752 | Directions |  Map |  Bus Schedule |  Inmate Visiting

Suicide prevention is a major priority at the Montgomery County Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DOCR). All staff receive annual training in suicide prevention. These are valuable resources for family members and friends to turn to for guidance:

Address: 1301 Picard Dr. Rockville, MD 20850
Telephone: 240.770.4000 (available 24/7)
Website: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/Program.aspx?id=BHCS/BHCS24hrcrisiscenter-p204.html


​If you are visiting or talking to an incarcerated individual on the phone and they sound depressed, may be thinking of harming themselves and you feel it may be a life safety issue, such as the potential for suicide or other serious concern, please call 240-773-9704 and ask to speak to a shift supervisor immediately and contact the resources listed above.

KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS

  • Threats or comments about killing themselves, also known as suicidal ideation, can begin with seemingly harmless thoughts like “I wish I wasn’t here” but can become more overt and dangerous
  • Increased alcohol and drug use
  • Aggressive behavior
  • Social withdrawal from friends and family
  • Dramatic mood swings
  • Talking, writing or thinking about death
  • Impulsive or reckless behavior