Deep Breathing Exercises Stretching and Yoga
If you are in a situation that is potentially life-threatening,
get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. Website
National Suicide Prevention Hotline
(800) 273-825 | Website
The hotline "provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you and your loved ones."
Call4Calm Emotional Support Line
Text “TALK” to 552020 (Available 24/7)
211 United Way
Call 211 or (888) 865-9903
Assistance with food banks, affordable housing, health resources, child care, after-school programs, elderly care, financial literacy, job training programs
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Call or text LOVEIS to (866) 331-9474 | Website
For anyone affected by abuse and needing support or if you're unable to speak safely, you can log onto thehotline.org
Department of Child and Family Services
Call (800) 25-ABUSE (800-252-2873) | Website
DCFS has the primary responsibility of protecting children through the investigation of suspected abuse or neglect by parents and other
caregivers in a position of trust or authority over the child.
SAMHSA Treatment Referral Helpline
Call (877) SAMHSA7 (877-726-4727) | Website
Get general information on substance use, mental health, and to locate treatment services in the area speak to a live person
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST.
The Trevor Project
Call (866) 488-7389 (24/7 hotline) | Website
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ young people under 25
If you are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety:
Disaster Distress Helpline | Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746
Roosevelt Community Alternative Center has the only daycare in the district, for students enrolled in Roosevelt. Their capacity is 27 children. Their infant room is licensed to care for 12 babies from age 6 weeks to 14 months. At 14 months, they transition into the toddler room and will stay in this room from 15 months until the age of three. At three, they will join the Early Education Department across the hall from the daycare. The day care is FREE for the student's children while they are enrolled in the high school or GED programs at Roosevelt.
Martha Tuneberg
Day Care Administrator/Parenting/
Family Literature Specialist
martha.tuneberg@rps205.com
815-966-3265 ext. 49108
Illinois developed the Safe2Help Illinois program, which "offers students a safe, confidential way in which to share information that might help prevent suicides, bullying, school violence or other threats to school safety." Safe2Help Illinois allows confidential reporting via text, telephone, online, and through an app. The website also features resources for kids and teens, as well as for self-help and encouraging others.