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TAY:OurTIME TAY is an initiative to help youth and young adults ages 16-25 transition into healthy adulthood and Instagram: tay_ourtime

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TAY focuses on the underserved residents of the District and helps youth and young adults access Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) services. Our goal is to help improve the lives of young people as they transition from adolescence into adulthood.

Where you are today isn't where you'll always be.When you're going through a difficult time, it can be hard to imagine t...
09/28/2026

Where you are today isn't where you'll always be.

When you're going through a difficult time, it can be hard to imagine things feeling different. But feelings can change. Circumstances can change. And support can help.

You don't have to have everything figured out today.

Take the next step. Talk to someone. Let someone in.

💙 There is more ahead.

If you or someone you know needs immediate emotional support, call or text 988.

MYTH: You have to be in crisis to ask for help.FACT: You can reach out at any time.You don't have to wait until you're o...
09/25/2026

MYTH: You have to be in crisis to ask for help.

FACT: You can reach out at any time.

You don't have to wait until you're overwhelmed or feel like you can't cope. If something has been weighing on you, you've noticed changes in how you're feeling, or you're simply having a hard time, it's okay to talk to someone.

Support can start with a friend, a family member, a counselor, a teacher, a mental health professional, or another person you trust.

💙 Getting help sooner can help you take care of your mental health before things become more difficult.

This Su***de Prevention Month, remember: you don't have to wait for a crisis to reach out.

If you or someone you know needs immediate emotional support, call or text 988.

Some days are harder than others. But what if things that normally feel manageable have started taking a lot more effort...
09/21/2026

Some days are harder than others. But what if things that normally feel manageable have started taking a lot more effort?

Maybe it's harder to follow a conversation, concentrate in class, keep up with work, or manage your usual responsibilities.

One difficult day isn't the point. What's worth noticing is a change in your normal habits, especially when it keeps happening or starts getting in the way of everyday life.

You don't have to know exactly why things have changed before you talk about them.

💙 If you've noticed a pattern, tell someone you trust what you've been experiencing. Getting support early can make a difference.

You don't have to wait until you're in crisis to ask for help.If you're overwhelmed, having a hard time coping, not feel...
09/18/2026

You don't have to wait until you're in crisis to ask for help.

If you're overwhelmed, having a hard time coping, not feeling like yourself, or worried about changes you've noticed, reaching out sooner can help.

Start with someone you trust. You don't need to know exactly what's wrong or have the perfect words.

Try:
💙 “I've been having a hard time lately.”
💙 “I haven't been feeling like myself.”
💙 “I've noticed some changes and I'd like to talk to someone.”
💙 “I think I could use some support.”

Asking for help isn't something you have to save for your hardest day. Support can start sooner.

If you or someone you know needs immediate emotional support, call or text 988.

You've noticed some changes. What comes next?You don't have to figure out exactly what's happening on your own.Start by ...
09/16/2026

You've noticed some changes. What comes next?

You don't have to figure out exactly what's happening on your own.

Start by paying attention to what you've been experiencing. What feels different? When did you first notice it? Is it happening more often?

Then talk to someone you trust. You can simply say:

💙 “I've noticed some changes lately, and I'd like to talk about them.”

💙 “Things haven't felt the same lately, and I'm not sure why.”

If you're ready to connect with support, our confidential self-referral form can help you take the next step.

You don't need a diagnosis. You don't need to have all the answers. And you don't need to wait until things get worse.

Noticing is the first step. Reaching out can be the next.

If you or someone you know needs immediate emotional support, call or text 988.

Wanting time to yourself is normal. What may be worth noticing is when the way you connect with others starts to change....
09/14/2026

Wanting time to yourself is normal. What may be worth noticing is when the way you connect with others starts to change.

Maybe you're:

✓ Turning down plans you normally enjoy
✓ Talking or texting with friends less
✓ Spending much more time alone
✓ Losing interest in people or activities you used to enjoy

The important question isn't whether you like spending time alone. It's whether this is different for you.

If you've noticed a change that keeps happening or is making everyday life harder, consider talking with someone you trust about what you've been experiencing.

💙 Noticing a change is a good first step. You don't have to figure out what it means on your own.

When you're worried about someone, knowing what to say can feel difficult.You don't need a perfect speech. Start with a ...
09/10/2026

When you're worried about someone, knowing what to say can feel difficult.

You don't need a perfect speech. Start with a conversation.

💙 Share what you've noticed:
“You haven't seemed like yourself lately. How are you doing?”

💙 Let them know you're there:
“I'm here to listen.”

💙 If you're concerned about su***de, ask directly:
“Are you thinking about su***de?”

Asking someone directly about su***de does not put the idea in their head. It can give them an opportunity to tell you what they're experiencing and get support.

If someone tells you they're thinking about su***de, take them seriously, stay with them when possible, and help connect them with appropriate support.

Sometimes showing up starts with a few simple words: “I'm here. Let's figure out the next step together.”

If you or someone you know needs immediate emotional support, call or text 988.

Have you found yourself questioning situations or experiences that normally wouldn't make you think twice?Maybe you're r...
09/09/2026

Have you found yourself questioning situations or experiences that normally wouldn't make you think twice?

Maybe you're reading more into what people say, wondering whether ordinary things have a special meaning, or feeling less certain about how to interpret what's happening around you.

One experience doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong. What's worth noticing is a change from what's normal for you—especially if it's new, happening more often, or making everyday life harder.

You don't need to know why it's happening before you talk about it. Tell someone you trust what you've been experiencing.

💙 Noticing changes early can be an important first step toward getting support.

Today, we're shedding light on the complex topic of su***de and the risk factors that can contribute. From mental health...
09/08/2026

Today, we're shedding light on the complex topic of su***de and the risk factors that can contribute. From mental health challenges to social isolation, from financial stress to substance abuse, these risk factors are multifaceted and interconnected. By recognizing them, we can work together to offer support, compassion, and resources to those who need it most.

If someone you know is talking about or making plans to hurt themselves, take it seriously. Let them know there is hope and encourage them to call or text 988 for help.

Have familiar places, conversations, or everyday experiences started to seem different lately?Maybe a place you know sud...
09/04/2026

Have familiar places, conversations, or everyday experiences started to seem different lately?

Maybe a place you know suddenly feels strange. A conversation is harder to follow. Or you find yourself interpreting ordinary things differently than you used to.

Having an unusual experience from time to time doesn't necessarily mean something is wrong. But when changes are new, keep happening, or begin affecting your daily life, they're worth noticing.

You don't have to understand exactly what's happening before you talk about it. Start by telling someone you trust what you've been noticing.

💙 Paying attention to changes early can help you get the support you need.

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