Congrats to these young leaders who are sharing their time and talents with our community as well as with our Regional Prevention Partners by presenting their various wellness workshops via Zoom! Our Rock Solid Youth have been mentoring the middle school prevention team, HOTS Jr, too and we are so proud of the efforts being led by our youth in both of these clubs in these uncertain times! Well done!
Rock Solid Zooming into our Coalition meetings at the Local and Regional levels!
Health Care Authority (HCA) Bi-Monthly COVID19 Meetings
Youth, Family & Peer Behavioral Health symposiums
The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery (DBHR) will hold webinars. The webinar will feature information about COVID-19 and other behavioral health topics. Presentations will include representatives from state agencies, community service providers, and the community.
To submit topics for the agenda, email Evelyn Clark atEvelyn.Clark@hca.wa.gov or Antoinette Delaghettoe atantoinettepl.upofwa@gmail.com.
Webinar details https://www.theathenaforum.org/training-calendar/month
Rock Solid Peer 2 Peer Educators Zoom into the Classroom!
Rock Solid Youth Prevention Team is paying it forward by offering three different workshops in the FHMS Health and Careers classes for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders during these times of physical distancing which doesn’t mean we have to be social distancing!
Utilizing their training with Peer 2 Peer, Rock Solid President Luke Fincher, Ramona, and Clarence have put 50 hours of practice to offer these various topics including Social Norms, Healthy Youth Survey Data, Media Literacy, Marijuana Facts Game with YouCanWa.org, Coping Skills, Building Resilience, Science of Hope and the Power of the Positive!
Ending each workshop with a Youth Panel, where students can ask all kinds of questions about high school and choosing health! It’s an opportunity to connect and share:) Well done Rock Solid! We appreciate your continued leadership to build community and connections.
CRISIS AND SUICIDE PREVENTION RESOURCE LIST—U.S.BASED
Below is a list of popular resources in the United States that you can provide to individuals as needed, either through direct engagement or via your safety center.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support via phone or chat for people in distress, resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Includes information on finding your local crisis center.
Phone: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Website: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
#BeThe1To
Embodying the ethos that everyone that takes action to prevent suicide, #BeThe1To details the five evidence-based steps that any individual can take to help someone that is in suicidal crisis, as well as stories of recovery.
Website: http://bethe1to.com
Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator
Offered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, the behavioral health treatment services locator offers confidential and anonymous sources of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the Unities States for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health problems.
Website: https://findtreatment.samhsa.gov
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
Is NOT a child abuse reporting hotline. The hotline offers crisis intervention, information, literature, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. All calls are confidential. A Childhelp crisis counselor will assist if you:
Family Support During COVID-19
COVID-19 Resources for Families
Families, Parents/Guardians:
- Answering your young child’s questions about Coronavirus
- Questions your toddler may ask about Coronavirus
- Supporting Young Children Isolated Due to Coronavirus
- Make time for Self-Care
- Parenting in the time of Coronavirus and Social Distancing – You don’t have to be perfect!
For Kids:
- A comic exploring the new coronavirus for kids (tweens and teens)
- At Home Activity Guide (infants – toddlers)
- Learning Links – 4-H and more! (Grades K – 12)
Sesame Street Resources:
Staying Connected:
- Five tips to make the most of Video Chats
- Separated from your young child?
- Staying connected while separated from your young child
Counseling:
- 800-448-3000 – The Boys Town National Hotline® (800-448-3000) is a free resource and counseling service that assists youth and parents 24/7, year-round, nationwide