Mental Health Resources
We work closely with other communities to implement strategiesusing funds awarded in the Mass Collaboratuive for Action, Leadership and Learning; Substance Use Prevention Block Grant. One of our top prorities is ensuring that every youth has immediate and free access to mental health support.
https://www.wander.mass.gov/#info
Welcome to Wander, an online destination created by the Prevention Unit in the Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) at the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. The site’s goal is to equip youth in early adolescence with stress reduction tools. It offers a self-guided, engaging and motivating game that youth can use by themselves — or with support from trusted adults — to help them build an internal toolbox of self-regulation, mindfulness, and coping skills. This is also an app they can download on their devices.
Wander’s activities aim to be encouraging, accessible, engaging, and motivational for youth ages 11-13. The Wander “world” features a game that allows youth to explore multiple “subworlds,” each an immersive experience with activities focused on a particular aspect of mindfulness.
https://www.masshelpline.com/
Worried about your child's mental health or substance use? The Behavioral Health Help Line is here to help. Call or text now and Help Line staff will work with you to find options that are right for you and your family. Chat online and/or learn more at masshelpline.com
988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineWe can all help prevent suicide. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
