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OC Student Mental Health “Open Houses”

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Series description: Orange County School Mental Health Resource Directory did a series of five “open houses” during September Suicide Prevention Month that were held weekly. Each 30-minute weekly session focused on a specific topic and highlight resources developed by the Resource Directory Team. The OC Resource Directory Team hosted the series alongside guest speakers who helped develop these resources.

Supporting OC Youth in a Time of Crisis
Thursday, September 2, 2021

Cultivating Resilience During Covid-19 & Beyond
Thursday, September 9, 2021

Trauma & Self-Care in the Classroom
Thursday, September 16, 2021

Active Approaches to Suicide Prevention
Thursday, September 23, 2021

Responding to Students’ Mental Health Crises
Thursday, September 30, 2021


Supporting OC Youth in a Time of Crisis

Thursday, September 2, 2021

At a March 2021 Town Hall and July 2021 Roundtable, OC youth shared tips and strategies for supporting them during the Covid-19 crisis. In this session, you will be introduced to the young adults’ perspectives on the physical, psychological, and emotional challenges posed by the pandemic, as well as ways to support them as they return to school.

  • Featured Resource: Promoting Youth Mental Health and Well-Being Through Resiliency and Community Connection

Cultivating Resilience During Covid-19 & Beyond

Thursday, September 9, 2021

This resource-specific session will give you information about organizations, support systems, and best practices to help Orange County youth thrive despite ongoing challenges.

  • Featured Resources: Orange County LGBTQ Resources; Student Mental Wellness Positive Self-Talk Coping Cards; Tip Sheet for Families: Youth Suicide & Mental Health Concerns During Covid-19, Crisis Lines (local, state, & national)

Trauma & Self-Care in the Classroom

Thursday, September 16, 2021

This session provides an overview of strategies for smoothing the transition back to in-person learning. Learn more about best practices for addressing trauma, self-care, social problem-solving, and other topics that are sure to be relevant as you return to the classroom.

  • Featured Resource: The Other Rs in Education: Reconnecting, Reclaiming, & Reintegrating in Educational Spaces
  • Guest Speaker: Heidi Cisneros

Active Approaches to Suicide Prevention

Thursday, September 23, 2021

Take action in your school to prevent suicide. This session presents resources that address each phase of implementing an effective suicide prevention campaign.

  • Featured Resource: School-based Suicide Prevention Campaigns: A Step-by-Step Resource Guide
  • Guest Speaker: Heidi Cisneros

Responding to Students’ Mental Health Crises

Thursday, September 30, 2021

Mental health crises threaten students of all ages. Whatever your role in a student’s life, you can help by learning to recognize signs of distress, assess worrying behavior, and respond effectively. Do all this by learning how you can integrate the Orange Folder into your school community.

  • Featured Resource: Orange Folder: See Something, Say Something, Do Something
  • Guest Speaker: Clara D’Agostino

The NAMI OC Warmline is a free and confidential telephone service providing emotional support and resources to Orange County residents.

If you, a family memeber, or a loved one are experiencing mental health concerns, substance abuse, loneliness, or are in need of community resources, The WarmLine is for you!

Call or Text: (714) 991-6412

Start an OC Warmline Chat

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