Parent Corner
Parents' Corner is intended for parents, family and friends of children with special needs. Useful documents and links to other valuable resources are posted here.
Follow these links for a list of local service providers and agencies to support youth and their families.
Ogle County Resource Guide Dekalb County Resource Guide
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
24/7 Free & Confidential Support
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are committed to improving crisis services and advancing suicide prevention by empowering individuals, advancing professional best practices, and building awareness.
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources for individuals in need and their loved ones. 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line
The Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States, anytime. Crisis Text Line is here for any crisis. A live, trained Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool moment.