Parents / Guardians
2026-2027
Wise words to live by:
"What would grandma/grandpa say/do?"
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Let's Talk About Race
Let's Talk About Race
Parents / Guardians:
Are you interested in having a gentle conversation with your children about race? Check out this excellent picture book by Julius Lester called "Let's Talk About Race."
HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES
FIND HELP
FIND HELP
Getting help shouldn't be hard. Use findhelp.org to instantly connect with trusted local programs, financial assistance, and community support right in your neighborhood.
To access FIND HELP, click here to explore the categories below for free or reduced-cost services in your neighborhood:
🍎 Food: Food pantries, hot meals, and grocery assistance.
🏠 Housing: Emergency shelter, affordable housing, and utility bill relief.
📦 Goods: Free diapers, baby supplies, clothes, and home essentials.
🚌 Transit: Public transportation passes, gas cards, and medical rides.
🏥 Health: Free clinics, dental care, and mental health counseling.
💰 Money: Emergency financial aid, tax help, and budgeting tools.
🤟 Care: Subsidized childcare, elder care, and family support hubs.
📚 Education: Tutoring, adult literacy, GED prep, and youth programs.
💼 Work: Job training, resume help, and employment placement.
⚖️ Legal: Tenant rights, family law, and free legal aid clinics.
🚀 How to Start Your Search
Click the link to visit findhelp.org.
Enter your ZIP code at the top of the page.
Browse hundreds of verified resources active in your community today.
Child Abuse Prevention
Resilience
Divorce
Incarceration
and much more
Bullying or Joking
Strengthen your Upstander Skills
Stop Bullying with Empathy, Kindness, and Respect
Picture book for kids and their families:
"Let's Talk About Race" by Julius Lester; Illustrated by Karen Barbour
Grief Support for Families
Grief Support for Families
Please know that you and your family are not alone in your grief. There are many gentle and loving supports that we want to help you get connected to.
Coping with Grief and Loss for Kids [digital guide designed for kids]
Resources for parents/guardians to help with grief:
Explaining Grief to Children [video]
"When Dinosaurs Die" by Laurie Krasny Brown and Marc Brown
Seven Stages of Grief for Children
Helping Children Understand Funerals
Community Resources (Support Groups)
Loss of a Pet
Loss of a Pet
Pets are often considered an important part of the family and when a pet dies children are sometimes left with many questions and big feelings to deal with.
Check out this video to help your family understand and process the death of your beloved pet.
Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse, and Human Trafficking Support
Grief Support
TeleHealth Apps
CRISIS Hotlines
Housing, Food and Clothing Assistance
Parenting Classes
Counseling Centers
Emergency HOTLINES
Medical Support
Counseling Support
Substance Abuse Support
Homeless Support
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