Brandon Wellness Resources
WELCOME
This website has resources for children and families to access whenever needed during this unique time. This includes counseling resources, wellness activities, and supports for learning virtually. Feel free to contact any of the district staff listed below.
District Contacts
Contact Information for our mental health support team:
Brandon High School:
Ryan Belluomo, Counselor (A-G)
Jonah Conner, Counselor (H-N)
jconner@brandon.k12.mi.us
Linda Eland, Counselor (O-Z)
leland@brandon.k12.mi.us
Stephanie Wozniak, Social Worker
swozniak@brandon.k12.mi.us
Brandon Middle School:
Sam Burns, Counselor
sburns@brandon.k12.mi.us
Jeannine Marthen, Counselor
Sara Mignano, Social Worker
smignano@brandon.k12.mi.us
Harvey-Swanson Elementary & Preschool:
Kori Meltzer, Counselor
kmeltzer@brandon.k12.mi.us
Rachel DiBella, Social Worker
Oakwood Elementary:
Tara Campbell, Counselor
tcampbell@brandon.k12.mi.us
Morgan Kostka, Social Worker
mkostka@brandon.k12.mi.us
Brandon School District:
Caitlin Tallon, School Psychologist (HSE/Preschool/HS)
Jennifer Shaw, School Psychologist (OE/MS)
jshaw@brandon.k12.mi.us
Crisis Hotlines and Information
Common Ground Crisis Screening
1-800-231-1127
New Michigan Mental Health Hotline
1-888-733-7753
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
Blackhawk Hotline
248-660-0138 (report bullying and school concerns)
Local Community Resources
Common Ground:
248-456-0909 or 800-231-1127
https://commongroundhelps.org/
Crisis Counseling, Suicide Prevention, Legal Help, Community Resources, Mental health screening and assessment, community resources/referrals, eligibility determination, advocacy and support.
Non-Crisis Services:
Oakland County Health Network Access Screening: This process determines where peoples needs are best met, based on severity and urgency. Screening's ,can be requested by calling: 248-464-636 or by visiting the Resource and Crisis Center. All information is confidential.
Resources in Response to tragedy
See page for additional resources for adults, including financial resources, stress management, and self-care strategies.
Suicide Prevention
A recent survey found that 64% of teens believe "the experience of COVID-19 will have a lasting impact on their generation's mental health." In Michigan, suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for ages 10-34 and the 4th leading cause of death for ages 35-54. Help is available 24-7. If you or someone you know may be thinking of suicide, going through a hard time, or just need to talk, call or text the Common Ground Resource and Crisis Helpline at 1-800-231-1127 or chat online at www.commongroundhelps.org.
More information about suicide prevention can be found on the Task Force's website at oakgov.com/suicideprevention. For up to date public health information, follow @publichealth OC on Facebook and Twitter or contact Nurse on Call at 800-848-5533 or noc@oakgov.com Nurse on Call is available 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays.
Make Your Home Suicide Safe
Suicide Warning Signs
Suicide Prevention Parent Toolkit
Suicide Prevention School Toolkit