The Call Log will collect basic information so that SAMHSA can monitor caller trends and enhance services provided by networked centers. With the data collected (including date, time of day, caller age, gender, ethnicity, veteran status, what prompted the call, and how the caller heard about Lifeline), SAMHSA will be able to measure which populations Lifeline is reaching and when particular groups are calling, and report trends to the network membership and the public, as appropriate. Monitoring the demographics of crisis hotline users and their presenting problems is critical to knowing who is being served, whether the individuals most at risk for suicidal behavior are being served, tailoring hotline services and counselor training to the needs of callers in crisis, and marketing services to reach individuals at highest risk to increase their access to Lifeline services.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.