Resources for YOuth

Missouri's Online Mandated Reporter:

Training Website:   http://protectmokids.com/    

This is a free, online program designed for all mandated reporters.  It is divided into four lessons:

In addition to these lessons, the training contains a pre- and post-test, and frequently-asked-questions section. 

The training is intended to be used as an ongoing resource for mandated reporters. Participants may choose to explore the supplemental resources provided throughout the training. The training is self-paced; participants should allow themselves one to three hours to complete.  

Wanna Talk About It - Sexual Abuse & Violence 

RAINN (Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network) 

Hotline Numbers

The Children’s Division Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline (CA/NHU) is a toll-free telephone line which is answered seven days a week, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For hearing and speech impaired, please contact Relay Missouri 1-800-735-2466/voice or 1-800-735-2966/text phone.

Suicide Prevention:

NEW Suicide Prevention & 988 Guide for Missouri Schools

The Missouri Suicide Prevention Network (MSPN) is proud to launch the Suicide Prevention & 988 Guide for Missouri Schools. This guide is intended for school personnel to utilize suicide prevention, intervention and crisis response services, and postvention resources to better address and meet the needs of schools across the state. 

 Suicide Prevention & 988 for Schools Guide 


National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 

1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Lifeline Crisis Chat

Crisis Text Line: The national not-for-profit that provides free, 24/7 crisis support via SMS. Text "CONVO" to 741-741. 

Wanna Talk About It - Self Harm & Suicide 

Wanna Talk About It - Mental Health & Well Being 


National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 

Mental Health First Aid - Free Training - DESE Application 

Trauma-Informed Schools Initiative 

MO-CPAP Schools 

Helping Teens with Traumatic Grief: Tips for Caregivers 

Drug and Alcohol Abuse:

COPE: Above the Influence: This youth-centered website is intended to help young people learn more about the negative pressures that influence them and prepare them to respond. Originally created as part of the National Anti-Drug Media Campaign, the website is now a part of Partnership for Drug-Free Kids. This site provides factual information about drugs and expert input on drug abuse, addiction, treatment, and other related topics.

Youth Drug & Alcohol Prevention

LGBTQ + HELPLINES:

THE TREVOR PROJECT (USA) 1-866-488-7386

Trans Lifeline: Is a volunteer organization dedicated to the well being of transgender people. The hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people. Trans Lifeline volunteers are ready to respond to whatever support needs of our community might have. 

Eating Disorders:

NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS ASSOCIATION (USA): 1-800-931-2237

Distracted Driver Driving:

Distracted Driving