(WHTM) -- Two months ago, the Trump administration ended specialized support for LGBTQ youth who call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline.

Now, Pennsylvania said it's stepping in by providing specialized training to staff at its 14 call centers. The PA Department of Human Services said this is especially important because LGBTQ youth are at a higher risk for suicide.

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"The tagline for 988 is 'no judgement, just help,'" said Sara Goulet, special adviser to the secretary of the Department of Human Services. "And that's for everybody, every Pennsylvanian, to be able to feel comfortable calling and knowing that you're going to get someone who understands your needs. It's really an opportunity for our call centers to know

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