Mental Health Resources
Resources for Parents
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A resource for guidance and advice to deal with traumatic events that could affect students’ and young people’s emotional health in a school or other setting.
Youth who feel suicidal are not likely to seek help directly; however, parents, school personnel, and peers can recognize the warning signs and take immediate action to keep the youth safe.
Emergency/Crisis Services
Northwest Connections, 1-888-552-6642 (local 24/7 emergency mental health services)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line, text HOME to 741741
The Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ youth)
TrevorLife Line: 1-866-488-7386
TrevorText: text START to 678-678
TrevorChat: access through website https://www.thetrevorproject.org
Local Mental Health Providers
The Mental Health Task Force of Polk County (MHTF) offers an up-to-date and comprehensive list of mental health providers in Polk County on their website. For more information, visit their website (by clicking here) or to access the provider list directly, click here.
Additional Resources for Children & Families
If this is an emergency situation, please call 911 immediately. If you, or someone you know, are having thoughts of self-harm, please contact one of the resources below 24 hours a day, 7 days a week:
Northwest Connections, 1-888-552-6642 (local 24/7 emergency mental health services)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line, text HOME to 741741
The Trevor Project (for LGBTQ+ youth)
TrevorLife Line: 1-866-488-7386
TrevorText: text START to 678-678
TrevorChat: click here