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.
Resources in Response to tragedy
Please be aware that if you or any Brandon student needs help through this time our mental health professionals are available. Please share this information with those who may need the support of these professionals.
Attached are resources to support you while you work through this tragedy. These resources can help you to know how to talk with your child/student regarding loss and violence.
District Contacts
Contact Information for our mental health support team:
Ryan Belluomo, BHS Counselor rbelluomo@brandon.k12.mi.us
Trisha Nelson, BHS Counselor tnelson@brandon.k12.mi.us
Wesley Johnson, BHS Counselor wjohnson@brandon.k12.mi.us
Ellen Hagerman, BHS Social Worker ehagerman@brandon.k12.mi.us
Caitlin Tallon, School Psychologist ctallon@brandon.k12.mi.us
Amanda Miller, School Psychologist amiller@brandon.k12.mi.us
Jennifer Hickey, BMS Counselor jhickey@brandon.k12.mi.us
Jeannine Marthen, BMS Counselor jmarthen@brandon.k12.mi.us
Stephanie Wozniak, BMS Social Worker swozniak@brandon.k12.mi.us
Tiffany Roehrig, HSE Counselor troehrig@brandon.k12.mi.us
Rachel DiBella, HSE Social Worker rdibella@brandon.k12.mi.us
Samantha Burns, OE Counselor sburns@brandon.k12.mi.us
Heather Blenkle, OE Social Worker hblenke@brandon.k12.mi.us
Crisis Hotlines and Information
Common Ground Hotline
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
Crisis Counseling, Suicide Prevention, Legal Help, Community Resources, Mental health screening and assessment, community resources/referrals, eligibility determination, advocacy and support
Easter Seals:
248-451-2900 or 1-866-99-CHILD
Administration office phone is listed (call for referral assistance)
Crisis intervention, family centered planning, Spanish/Russian counseling, parent education, respite care, psychological and neuropsychological testing, psychiatric evaluation
Resources for visuals, social stories, and tips on talking to children about COVID-19
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
