Below are various resources for families to check out to help support either their student's and/or their own social emotional needs. Most of the resources listed below are free, however some also have additional materials that can be purchased or paid subscription services. The ones that have a fee are in the bottom section and also noted in the description piece.
This is the San Juan Unified's Family and Engagement department webpage. They are a great source of various workshops, classes and community resources for families.
https://www.sanjuan.edu/resources/family-education-engagement
A SIMPLE, FAST and SAFE Tool for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Help ~ a TRUSTED community of care in partnership with San Juan Unified School District.
The service helps you find qualified care providers in our area. There is NO cost to students or staff to use the service. Costs may incur for the actual services. Please visit the links or call- 24x7 (888) 515-0595
A compiled list of various Community Resources
App based behavioral health support free for all CA residents ages 13-25. Offers 1:1 coaching, interactive tools, peer spaces and assistance with various care needs.
A virtual escape where students, families and staff can explore different calming activities and available resources.
Get free books for kids age 0-5 years old. Simply register using the link shown here or download, complete and mail in the pdf below to address listed. Eligible for Sacramento County residents (for other counties, you'd have to check availability). Books are selected to be appropriate for age of the child, with first welcome book being the same for all participants. It does take about 8-12 weeks for first book to arrive, but afterwards they come about once a month. Can register a child soon as they are born and they stay eligible up until their 5th birthday.
Mailing Address:
Sacramento County Office of Education
PO BOX 269003
SACRAMENTO CA 95826
If you sign up for the weekly email (that come out on Fridays) you will receive a free printable worksheet or activity you can do with your student. *Please note, the printable from the weekly emails are free, other printable/items found on the website have a fee.
The resources below require a fee to use, either per material or a subscription fee. There may be some free components as well.
This is a great resource for helping parents and educators figure out how to support students in using modern technology. From movies/tv recommendations, navigating technology, supporting the use of phones, understanding AI, check out their parent guides that can be navigated by either topic of interest or age range. *This resource does require paid subscription.