Resources for Parents
Social Emotional Learning Modules
From North Carolina Health Schools
Module 1
Module 2
Helping Children When and Where They Need It Most
"One of the toughest things a parent can face is realizing that a child is in great emotional distress and not being able to help them. When children are in a psychiatric crisis, the emergency room can be a lifesaver, especially when kids are at risk of hurting themselves, or have already done so. But once that decision is made, you may find yourself in uncharted territory...."
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The Parent Guide to Resilience
Could you benefit from resilience resources?
The Parent Guide to Resilience: To help families build resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, WhyTry is providing this guide free of charge. You can access the free training at: https://resilienceguide.org/. The training is divided into 10 units and you can listen to one unit at a time.
Resources for Crisis Counseling and Immediate Assistance
HOPE4NC
call 1-855-587-3463 (FIND)
HOPE4HEALERS
call 1-919-226-2002
MOBILE CRISIS
call 1-855-5-CRISIS
1-855-527-4747
PARTNERS CRISIS
call 1-888-235-4673
NATIONAL SUICIDAL PREVENTION
call 1-800-273-825 (TALK)
NATIONAL SUICIDAL PREVENTION
TEXT “help” to 741741
NCDPI and NCDHHS 877-877 Meal Locator Texting Resource for Parents
Families who need help finding meals for their children ages 18 and younger can text FOODNC to 877-877 to locate nearby free meal sites. The texting service is also available in Spanish by texting COMIDA to 877-877.
After entering their address, families will receive a text with the location and serving times for nearby pick-up and drive-thru meal sites while schools are closed. Sites have been set up across the state with school and community partners.
Supporting your child during tough times
Coping Strategies
The Project ACTIVATE team presented at the December 2020 Lunch & Learn Session on how to better cope with virtual learning. Check out the presentation!