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Lethal Means Safety in North Dakota

Keeping your loved ones safe

While some people may struggle with suicidal thoughts for weeks, months, or even years, many attempts happen shortly after a crisis. It’s important to remove anything from someone’s environment that they could use to harm themselves. This could be medications, weapons or other items that could be used.

Learn more about firearms and suicide prevention and get free resources

ND Thrives

Learn why secure storage is important, firearm storage and safety devices, and how to approach conversations around firearms.

Request a gun lock

Email Veteran Affairs Prevention Team to request a gun lock.

Request firearm safety kit

Project Childsafe offers firearm safety kits and more.

ND Hopes

Learn how to use firearm storage devices securely and access resources for preventing firearm suicide in North Dakota communities.

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