Resources
RHS Care Closet
The Rolesville High School Care Closet is able to help 9th-12th grade students with clothing needs. RHS will be able to house, on site, items from the closet to provide immediate assistance to students experiencing financial barriers. Students will be referred by their teachers, principals, counselors and parents. Student self-referrals are also welcome.
The Care Closet will provide school appropriate clothing, shoes, coats, undergarments, socks, hygiene products and school supplies. To make a referral, please complete the Care Closet Referral Form below or contact Mrs. Owino directly at cowino@wcpss.net.
Crisis Services- Mental Health/Suicide Prevention Hotlines
For a medical or life-threatening emergency, call 911 and request a "CIT Officer." These first responders have gone through Crisis Intervention Training to work with individuals with a mental health, substance use, intellectual or developmental disability.
Mobile Crisis (Alliance Health Crisis Line): Call 877-223-4617
Provides 24/7 assessment and triage for crisis response. A mental health professional will triage over the phone and if needed will go into the community to evaluate for safety and provide crisis stabilization Services.
KidsPeace Mobile Outreach Response Engagement and Stabilization (MORES): Call 484-215-6756
Hours: 7 days a week, 10:00 am - 10:30 pm. Crisis calls after hours will be directed to the Mobile Crisis line noted above.
Provides mobile crisis support for youth. In addition, for Alliance Medicaid individuals, they can provide ongoing support for case management and referral needs up to 8 weeks.
Hopeline: Call (24/7) or Text (M-F 10am - 10pm): 919-231-4525 or 877-235-4525
A free and confidential crisis and suicide prevention helpline that offers crisis intervention, supportive and non-judgmental active listening, gentle and understanding discussion of crisis resolution, and referrals to appropriate community resources.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Dial 988
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ Youth.
Interact of Wake: Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Support that utilizes the following hotlines:
Domestic Violence 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-7740 or 866-291-0855
Sexual Assault 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-3005 or 866-291-0853
Solace Center 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-3067 or 866-291-0854
Spanish 24/7 Crisis Line: 844-203-8896
Crisis Services- Mental Health Local Emergency Facilities
Holly Hill Hospital
919-250-7000
Children's Hospital: 201 Michael J. Smith Lane, Raleigh
No-cost confidential psychiatric assessments are available 24/7/365 days a year.
Wake Behavioral Urgent Care
919-703-2845
319 Chapanoke Dr, Suite 120, Raleigh
No appointment necessary, same day walk-in care.
Mental Health
Start Here: For Health and Wellness Resources
Wake County Public Schools has put together a list of resources that may provide additional help to students and families to improve their health and wellness. Please let us know how we can assist you in connecting with these programs and services.
Alliance Health
To access mental health or substance abuse services, call the 24-hour access line at 800-510-9132.
If you have private insurance, we recommend that you contact your insurance provider for provider referrals. A sortable list of local participating mental health providers can also be found on Psychology Today.
NC State CCERC Program
Mental health and career counseling is available to Wake County Public School System students at no cost.
Transitions Grief Care
919-828-0890
Support in the grieving process over the death of a loved one.
Mental Health Support Groups
Some of these groups meet online, while others will resume to meet in person at a later date.
Informational Websites
Learn more about the following topics:
Anger/Frustration
Anxiety
Dating and Healthy Relationships
Depression
Eating Disorders
Emotional Well-Being
Everything This website has it all!
Greater Good's Guide to Well-Being During Coronavirus
How Teenagers Can Protect Their Mental Health During Coronavirus
Managing Stress
Mental Health: Getting through tough times
Mindfulness Resources: Helps with stress, anxiety, finding balance
Self-Injury Help Guide
Stress
Suicide Prevention
Teen Help
Teen Mental Health
Virtual Calming Room
Wake County Social Service Resources
Wake County Public Schools has put together a list of Community Resources to connect with housing and shelter resources, along with financial assistance and basic needs.
Wake Network of Care is an online database that is a one-stop shop for resources, assistance, health information, and advocacy tools. Locate Wake County programs and services, crisis services, and a health library.
To access social services in Wake County, click here: Wake County Human Services
To search for affordable housing options, go to NCHousingSearch.org.
For housing assistance, families should contact the Access Hub. For financial assistance with rent and/or utility assistance, search on the Wake Network of Care for housing assistance programs. The Telamon Corporation also provides mortgage and foreclosure assistance. Families can also call 211 or go to 211nc.org, click on “Basic Needs” and select “Housing and Shelter.” This will connect to a list of the closest providers, their hours and their contact information.
Substance Abuse
Southlight - Prevention, Education, and Treatment Services offered in the Triangle - 919-787-6131
Hotlines
National Drug Helpline – 844-289-0879
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline – 800-662-HELP (4357)
The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids – 855-DRUG-FREE (378-4373)
Al-Anon and Alateen - For friends and families of problem drinkers
800-356-9996
Informational Websites
Alcohol Facts
Alcoholism and Families
Drug Abuse Facts for Teens
Drug Abuse Information for Parents
Drugs: The Real Facts
Smoking and Tobacco Facts
LGBTQ+ Youth Resources
GLBT National Help Center: GLBT National Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-PRIDE (7743)
GLBT National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
Serving the LGBTQ+ community by providing free & confidential peer-support and local resources.
Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
Dedicated to the well-being of transgender people, the hotline is staffed by transgender people.
Websites providing resources and support for LGBTQ+ youth
GLBT Teens: Facts for Teens and Their Parents
Safe Schools Coalition
It Gets Better Project
Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)
StopBullying.gov: Information for LGBTQ+ Youth