The Trevor Project is a national organization that provides crisis support and suicide prevention resources for LGBTQ+ people under the age of 25 (including for those who identify as Questioning). The website includes useful resources and information about crisis text, phone, and chat lines. The site also offers TrevorSpace, which is a place to connect with other young people who identify as LGBTQ+.
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders. NEDA supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care.
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation's largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org y rainn.org/es) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.
Domestic Violence Crisis Line www.thehotline.org/
24/7 crisis hotline
800-572-2782
I Wanna Know
Sexual health information for teens and young adults.
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center
Information and resource hub for all issues related to sexual violence and its prevention including publications and a searchable library.
Blue Door Clinic is a resource in Fort Bragg designed just for youth (up to age 25); young people can access their services without parental knowledge. The organization offers birth control information and supplies, emergency contraception, Sexually Transmitted Infections/Sexually Transmitted Disease (STI/STD) education, testing, and treatment, pregnancy testing, sexual and reproductive health education, relationship information and support, referrals to further care and resources and enrollment in Family PACT, a state program that provides free, confidential reproductive health coverage. mendocinocoastclinics.org/services/blue-door/
Project Sanctuary works to prevent domestic violence and sexual assault in Mendocino County through advocacy, crisis response, community collaboration, education, and shelter. www.projectsanctuary.org/
Mendocino Coast Children's Fund is a local, nonprofit community resource. Through donations they are able to provide a variety of help and support to children. Their website has a variety of resources and information. www.mccf.info
Redwood Community Services offers a range of services in Mendocino and Lake counties, including crisis support; information is available at https://redwoodcommunityservices.org/crisis.
Here's an article on ways to develop healthy self-esteem. teens.webmd.com/features/how-can-i-improve-self-esteem#2
Insight Timer App: app for sleep, anxiety and stress
Calm Harm App: choose from a range of activities to manage the urge to self-harm and reduce anxiety. Available on Google Play and App Store
80+ self-care activities for teens. ww.kiddiematters.com/80-self-care-activities-teens/
Self-care tips for teens. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/inside-out-outside-in/201912/11-self-care-tips-teens-and-young-adults
Stress Supports for Teens includes mindfulness techniques and a free course. These Activity Handouts are easy to follow and will help you grow your muscles of calm, curiosity, and care.
Three relaxation activities storage.trailstowellness.org/trails-2/resources/three-relaxation-skills.pdf
Body Awareness https://storage.trailstowellness.org/trails-2/resources/body-awareness-exercise.pdf
Relaxing Music with Nature Sounds four hours of relaxing music and nature sounds
Blooming Flowers Calming time lapse video with Gentle Rain Sounds
Deep breathing: https://storage.trailstowellness.org/trails-2/resources/three-relaxation-skills.pdf
Yoga- https://storage.trailstowellness.org/trails-2/resources/yoga-for-emotional-wellness.pdf , https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene
Guided Imagery https://storage.trailstowellness.org/trails-2/resources/guided-imagery-emotions-as-waves-relaxation.pdf
Gratitude Journal ideas and tips for gratitude journaling
The Daily Calm: Be Present: mindfulness mediation on YouTube
The Daily Calm: Self-Soothing mindfulness meditation on YouTube
Christie Center resources for teens on grief
CHILLHOP Instrumental beats that are great to study or relax to
If you have a serious and immediate safety concern regarding a student (yourself or a friend), please call 9-1-1. If your concern needs immediate mental health attention, support is also available by contacting one of the hotlines listed below.
Identifying signs and symptoms of childhood depression: Very Well Mind
California Youth Crisis Line
Crisis hotline for young people ages 12-14
800-843-5200
Crisis Text Line
Free 24/7 support for people in crisis
Text “HOME” to 741741
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
988
Suicide prevention hotline and services.
English: 800-273-TALK
Español: 888-628-9454
TTYY: 800-799-4889
Online chat: suicidepreventionlifeline.org