Support and Mental Health Resources for LPS Students and Families
Welcome to a page of support and mental health resources to help families navigate the extraordinary time of COVID-19.
We at LPS recognize the strain and stress this situation has on all members of our community. We are hopeful these resources can promote wellness and good mental health during this difficult and unknown time.
Below, please find supportive and informative resources for both parents and students. Resources will be updated periodically so please check back every so often for new links.
Resources for Parents:
1. FREE weekly parent support Groups presented by BRYT a program of The Brookline Center for Community Mental Health. This Google link is live and updated weekly. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vf21XEL1hqbV75Apm3CJ49O2viT6GPZ3l0FJw5cwL1s/edit
2. NCTSN Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
4. Resources for Overcoming Coronavirus Anxiety
5. Social Story for Talking with Kids about Coronavirus
6. Comic for Kids about Coronavirus
7. Talking with Teens about Coronavirus
Resources for EMS Students:
1. Progressive Muscle Relaxation for Kids
2. BrainPop Explains Coronavirus
Resources for High School Students:
1. Body Scan Meditation by GoZen!
2. Unicef How Teenagers Can Protect Their Mental Health During Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Resources to Fight Boredom at Home:
Play these free games online against family or friends: Uno , Pictionary , Battleship
Listen to free books on Audible here
Watch free Broadway shows here
Take a virtual museum tour here
