mental health resources
Every ACPS school has a dedicated Student Support Team composed of school counselors, school nurses, school psychologists, and school social workers. Student Support Teams work every day on behalf of students and families to remove barriers and ensure that students are fully available to learn and succeed in school.
To learn more about SST and their services, please visit the links below:
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City of Alexandria Department Of Community And Human Services:
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Call (703) 746-3401 and ask to speak to an Emergency Services Clinician
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City of Alexandria Department of Community and Human Services:
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Crisis Text Line: Text Home To 741741
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703.527.4077 or text “CONNECT” to 85511;
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Crisis Text Line: Text “HOME” to 741741.
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Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988 Lifeline Chat And Text
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Youth Mental Health Aid For upcoming training dates, contact Dr.Temi.aregbesola@alexandriava.gov.
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Supporting Vulnerable Students In Stressful Times: Tips For Parents
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Supporting Youth Affected By The Violence In Gaza And Israel: Tips For Families & Educators
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES
- Conversation Starters
- Care for Caregivers
- RULER: Creating your Family Charter
- RULER: Family Blueprint
- RULER: Mood Meter
- RULER:Medidor Emocional
- RULER: Tip sheet (English)
- RULER: Tip sheet (Espanol)
- Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches adults how to help adolescents experiencing mental health challenges or crises. Contact me to sign up and support the well-being of your teen!