Support Just for Teens…
Youth MOVE Massachusetts is youth-driven, peer-led organization offering support and training opportunities to young people with lived experience in mental health healthcare. They offer a monthly support group for young people ages 14 to 18.
contact Dev at dkaplan@ppal.net
www.youthmovemassachusetts.net
Crisis Call, Text, or Chat Services are there when you're feeling sad, lonely, or hopeless, thinking about suicide, or just want to talk to someone. They can provide support, resources, and referrals.
Hey Sam
1-877-832-0890
(text)
www.samaritanshope.org/our-services/hey-sam/
Your Life/Your Voice
1-800-448-3000
(call, chat, and text)
www.yourlifeyourvoice.org
Teen Line
1-800-266-7883
(call, text, email)
www.teenlineonline.org/talk-now/
TrevorLifeline for LGBTQ youth
1-866-488-7386
(call, chat, and text)
www.thetrevorproject.org
Other Resources for Teens…
OK2Talk is an online community for young people to share what they’re experiencing.
www.ok2talk.org
You Matter is an online space for young people to discuss and share stories about mental health.
www.youmatter.suicidepreventionlifeline.org
Speaking of Hope is a website by and for young people that offers resources and serves as a network for young adults to connect with one another.
www.speakingofhope.org
Jed Foundation works to strengthen the emotional health of teens and young adults so they can thrive. www.jedfoundation.org/
The Transitions to Adulthood Center for Research offers handouts, reports, and more for young people dealing with mental health conditions - many developed with input from young adults. website: www.umassmed.edu/TransitionsACR
publications: www.umassmed.edu/TransitionsACR/publication
The Voice Collective is a project that supports children and young people who hear voices, see visions, have other unusual sensory experiences or beliefs, as well as their family.
www.voicecollective.co.uk
Strong 365 provides information and resources for young people dealing with psychosis, along with personal stories of finding acceptance, hope and inspiration through tough times. www.strong365.org
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Resources For Parents of Kids & Teens…
NAMI Family Support Groups are free groups for family members and other caregivers of children and adults dealing with mental health symptoms. They provide a nonjudgmental environment where caregivers can discuss concerns, learn about local resources, and benefit from one another’s collective knowledge and experience. www.namimass.org/nami-family-support-groups/
Statewide NAMI Family Support Groups for Parents of Kids & Teens
Family Support Group
meets on the 2nd Monday of each month
6 - 7:30 pm via Zoom
contact for more information: NAMI Cape Cod at 508-778-4277
Family Support Group
meets every other Thursday
7 - 8:30 pm via Zoom
contact for more information: email ttapsgroup@gmail.com
Family Support Group
meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month
7 - 8:30 pm via Zoom
contact for more information: NAMI Cape Cod at 508-778-4277
NAMI Basics is a free 6-week program for parents and caregivers of children and teens living with emotional and behavioral issues. Participants will learn communication tips, how to problem-solve, and the skills to help you cope with the emotional impact of caring for your child. NAMI Basics OnDemand is also available. www.namimass.org/nami-basics/
NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-week program for family members of older teens and adults dealing with mental health conditions. It provides information about mental health conditions, coping skills, handling crisis, listening and communication techniques, problem solving, limit setting, self-care, and more. www.namimass.org/nami-family-to-family/
Southbridge Family Resource Center offers free, multi cultural parenting programs, support groups, information and referral resources, and education for families with children birth to 18 years of age.
www.sevenhills.org/programs/southbridge-family-resource-center www.facebook.com/SouthbridgeFRC
The Parent/Professional Advocacy League (P/PAL) is a statewide, grassroots family organization that advocates for improved access to mental health services for children and their families. PPAL offers information, support, workshops, and more for parents of children and teens.
www.ppal.net
www.facebook.com/PPAL.net
The Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds is a free, practical, online educational resource dedicated to promoting and supporting the mental, emotional, and behavioral well-being of children, teens, and young adults.
www.mghclaycenter.org
Looking for other resources for children and teens? Contact the Compass Helpline at NAMI Massachusetts. Compass provides information, ideas, resources, and support to help people navigate the complex mental health system and related systems of care. Compass is staffed by people with first-hand experience navigating systems for themselves or a family member.
Monday through Friday, 9 am - 5 pm
call us at 617-704-6264 or 1-800-370-9085
email us at compass@namimass.org
schedule a call with Compass at www.namimass.org/compass Douglas