Social and Emotional Resources

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NEW CRISIS TEXT LINE

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org

Learn more here


Families may also call the NCH Crisis line at (614) 722-1800 

Every teen needs to hear THIS!

What is Mindfulness Mediation?

 Mindfulness is about being completely present/fully engaged and aware of what we are doing and what is going on in our surroundings- free from distraction or judgment, and aware of our thoughts and feelings without getting caught up in them (www.headspace.com).

What is Mindfulness Meditation?

It is one way to truly experience the present moment and integrate that awareness into your everyday life (www.headspace.com).


Benefits of Mindfulness:

-decreased stress and sadness

- increased levels of focus and happiness

- get better sleep


Article (great read!):

25 Tiny Lessons I've learned from a Daily Meditation Practice:

https://nickwignall.com/mindfulness-meditation-practice/



5 minute Mindfulness Meditation 

I ENCOURAGE YOU TO PARTICIPATE IN A MINDFUL MOMENT...

2. Stress Relief: 

3.Gratitude: 

4. Anxiety Reduction:

5. Relax and Recharge: 

6. Be Present:

Mindfulness Music

Play as background music when completing assignments or to just relax!!

1. Focus, Concentration to Relax: 

2. Stress Relief: 

3. Soothing Nature Sounds: 

4. Study music, Concentration, Relaxation: 

Teachers! Visit the Social Emotional Learning Website!

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is the process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions (CASEL).  Visit here!

Wellity

Movement can also serve as a mindfulness practice. Youth Yoga Project is a partner with Columbus City Schools, providing yoga to students of all ages.  Please use  this link to access their YouTube channel. Also visit their website here  to learn more about the Youth Yoga Project program! 

Calm is offering a free resource site with meditations, sleep stories, music and more to support mental and emotional wellness. Visit their website here!


SVFC is here for you (Flyer).041320.pdf

St. Vincent Family Center

SVFC is offering Telehealth services for children, families and adults in need of behavioral healthcare.  Please see the attached flyer for more information. 

What you can do if you are having an emergency (social/emotional):

If there is a crisis during this time and you need to see or talk to someone right away please call the 24/7 Nationwide Children's Hospital Crisis Hotline at 614-722-1800 OR you can text "HOME" to 741741. These are both options any time of the day or night. 

If you are concerned for the safety of yourself or someone else, please call 911 immediately. 


CAPA Arts Program

ARISE Program 

ARISE (ARts through Intergenerational Social Engagement), a collaboration between CAPA, GrowIN, The Ohio State University, Worthington Christian Village, and At Home by High is a five-week intergenerational summer program focused on storytelling through the fine arts. Participants in this program will include teens from central Ohio, undergraduate volunteers from Ohio State University, and the residents living on the Health Care Center and assisted living floors of Worthington Christian Village and those served through At Home by High.


ARISE runs June 27-August 8, 2024 and will provide teens with the opportunity to work with a professional arts organization, to earn 25 volunteer service hours, to attend free arts event throughout the summer, and to experience how the fine arts can be used as a tool for wellness.