Thank You Margie Margie Wright has spent her entire career championing the people of Texas. Before joining the Suicide & Crisis Center of North Texas in 1998, she served with Child Protective Services for 30 years. A fountain of compassion, Margie has elevated and expanded the work of our crisis center, bringing hope and healing to hundreds of thousands of lives through our programs and …Read More >
Category: crisis
My Daughter is Suicidal…How Do I Help Her?
My Daughter is Suicidal…How Do I Help Her? Many calls to our Texas crisis center come from people in personal distress—but some of the most urgent are from parents worried about their children. When a mom or dad calls our crisis hotline after finding something alarming—like a note, a social media post, or a diary entry—it’s because they’re scared, confused, and looking for answers. That’s …Read More >
Fashion Stars: Hope for Crisis Support in Texas
The Beginning of Fashion Stars Over 20 years ago, a chance meeting between Margie Wright, Executive Director of the Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas, and Yvonne Crum took place at a charity event. This meeting lead to Margie asking Yvonne to help raise $25,000 by organizing an event around the issue of suicide that potential donors would want to attend. Since that time, …Read More >
Unraveling the Myths: Suicide Hotlines and the Police
Reaching Out for Help: What You Need to Know Making the decision to call a suicide hotline can feel overwhelming. People in this position often wonder: What will happen if I call? Do suicide hotlines call the cops? What exactly will they say or do if I tell someone over the phone I have been thinking about suicide? These concerns can prevent someone from reaching …Read More >
Unfortunate Friends: Finding Belonging After a Suicide Loss
One of the most challenging consequences of surviving the suicide of a loved one is the overwhelming sense of isolation. Many survivors feel as though no one can truly understand their unique pain. They long to express their emotions, to find someone who will listen, allow them to vent, and help them process their grief—but they often don’t know where to turn. They yearn for …Read More >