Parent Resources
SELF HELP RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES
If you or a family member are feeling overwhelmed with sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others, you can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). There are also additional resources available:
- Disaster Distress Helpline: Call 1-800-985-5990 (TTY 800-846-8517) or text "TalkWithUs" to 66746 for 24/7 support.
- Crisis Text Line: Text "HOME" to 741741 for 24/7 crisis support.
- Contra Costa Crisis Center: Text "HOPE" to 20121 for 24/7 crisis support.
- California Peer-Run Warm Line: Call 1-855-845-7415 for 24/7 non-emergency support.
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQQIA): 1-866-4-U-TREVOR; 1-866-488-7386; Text “Trevor” to 1-202-304-1200
- Trans Lifeline: 1-877-565-8860
- Stop the Hate: 1-844-9-NO-HATE - in a variety of languages - social and legal help
Partner abuse is never okay, and there are people standing by to help, especially during this health crisis. If you can, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE or text LOVEIS to 22522 for 24/7 help in English or Spanish. If you can’t call, visit TheHotline.org to learn how to create a safety plan or get immediate help with the 24/7 “Chat Now” feature. Call or text the Victims of Crime Resource Center at 1-800-VICTIMS line for information on victim services programs in California. There are additional resources available:
- California Partnership to End Domestic Violence: Call 1-916-444-7163 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. for assistance finding local programs.
- Safety Planning Guide: Use this guide to help with safety planning if you are a survivor of intimate partner violence.
- Domestic Violence Assistance and Housing First Programs: Find information about programs across the state.
Tips from the National Association of School Psychologists on protecting your kids online:
- Keep computers in easily viewable places, such as family room or kitchen.
- Talk regularly with your children about the online activities in which they are involved and internet etiquette in general. Children should know the rule that many adults have learned: Do not say online what you would not say in person.
- Encourage children to be self-protective. Anything they say on the Internet or in phone text messages can be shared with others and misused.
- Be specific about the risks of cyber-bullying and their need to tell you if something that bothers them occurs.
- Respect for adolescents’ privacy is important. But tell children that you might review their online communications if you have a reason for concern.
- Be aware of warning signs that might indicate your son or daughter is being bullied, such as reluctance to use the computer, a change in the child’s behavior and mood, or reluctance to go to school.
- Document any bullying.
- Be equally alert to the possibility that your child could be bullying others online, even if unintentionally.
- File a complaint with the website, internet service provider or cell phone company if you learn of problematic behavior.
- Contact police if the cyber-bullying includes threats.
Counseling Library
The Counseling Library offers a variety of books on topics such as ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Adolescence, and much more. We ask that books be signed out and returned upon completion, preferably within two weeks. Please feel free to drop in the counseling office to browse books that may be of interest to you and/or your child.
Resources
- Cyberbully - Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use
Acts as a guide for bewildered parents and frustrated kids (and adults alike) facing the challenges of interacting in an online world - Cyberbullying Research Center
Dedicated to providing up-to-date information about the nature, extent, causes, and consequences of cyberbullying among adolescents. - StopBullying.gov
StopBullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on what bullying is, what cyberbullying is, who is at risk, and how you can prevent and respond to bullying. - CyberSmart!
A research-based strategy of positive empowerment fostering 21st century skills. - Surviving Parenthood Resource Directory
By the Child Abuse Prevention Council of Contra Costa County - Just for Teens
Contra Costa Library has one on one, on-line homework help with a valid library card. - Ability Resource Center
Support for children and families with learning and attentional differences. - GirlVentures
Support to help girls build self-esteem, confidence and leadership skills.
