Support in the Time of School Closure due to Coronavirus
Dealing with uncertainty and the unknown has an effect on our well-being. Anxiety during this time is an understandable reaction, whether you have been dealing with anxiety all along or this is a new development in your life. We understand that not being able to connect makes this time more difficult. Please know that all of our students and families are on our minds during this unprecedented time in our lives.
The district has put together a list of resources specific to this time of need. Also, scroll below for additional community-based resources, including hotlines, websites, and agencies. Please use the resources listed if your student needs emotional support during their time at home. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 immediately.
District and Local Resources
Food Distribution Sites
Food Pantries
Wake County Public School System: Coronavirus Updates and Resources
Wake Network of Care- Listing of public agencies, non-profits, and local businesses to specifically
meet the new demands created by COVID-19.
NCDHHS: Community Resources
NC COVID-19 Resources for Renters Facing Eviction (also in Spanish)
Utility Bill Assistance
Spectrum Internet Assistance
Emotional Support
Emotional Safety for Students
Emotional Support for Students
NCDHHS COVID-19: Managing Your Overall Health
Crisis Services- Mental Health/Suicide Prevention HotlinesHopeline: Call (24/7) or Text (M-F 10am - 10pm): 919-231-4525 or 877-235-4525
A free and confidential crisis and suicide prevention helpline that offers crisis intervention, supportive and non-judgmental active listening, gentle and understanding discussion of crisis resolution, and referrals to appropriate community resources.
Optum Emotional Support Help Line: 866-342-6982
Optum has a toll-free 24-hour Emotional Support Help Line for people who may be experiencing anxiety or stress around COVID-19.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
Crisis Textline: Text any message to 741741
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information.
The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ Youth.
IMAlive
The world’s first virtual crisis center.
Self-Injury Hotline: 800-DONTCUT (366-8288)
Individuals can also use any of the other hotlines for a self-injury crisis.
Interact of Wake: Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Support that utilizes the following hotlines
Domestic Violence 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-7740 or 866-291-0855
Sexual Assault 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-3005 or 866-291-0853
Solace Center 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-3067 or 866-291-0854
Spanish 24/7 Crisis Line: 844-203-8896Crisis Services- Mental Health Local Emergency FacilitiesUNC Wakebrook- Crisis and Assessment Services
984-974-4800
107 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh
Crisis and Assessment Service (CAS) is available 24/7/365 days a year for walk-ins and for those escorted by first responders. CAS will provide emergency psychiatric evaluations for those individuals experiencing acute mental health and/or substance abuse crises.
Holly Hill Hospital
919-250-7000
Children's Hospital : 201 Michael J. Smith Lane, Raleigh
No-cost confidential psychiatric assessments are available 24/7/365 days a year.Mental HealthAlliance Health
To access mental health or substance abuse services, call the 24-hour access line at 800-510-9132.
If you have private insurance, we recommend that you contact your insurance provider for provider referrals. A sortable list of local participating mental health providers can also be found on Psychology Today.
Wake Behavioral Urgent Care (currently open- please call ahead if possible)
919-703-2845
319 Chapanoke Dr, Suite 120, Raleigh
No appointment necessary, same day walk-in care.
Transitions Grief Care
919-828-0890
Support in the grieving process over the death of a loved one.
Mental Health Support Groups
Some of these groups meet online, while others will resume to meet in person at a later date.
Informational Websites
Learn more about the following topics:
Anxiety
Depression
Eating Disorders
Emotional Well-Being
Everything This website has it all!
Greater Good's Guide to Well-Being During Coronavirus
Helping Your Family De-stress During Coronavirus Uncertainty
How Teenagers Can Protect Their Mental Health During Coronavirus
Managing Stress
Mental Health: Getting through tough times
Mindfulness Resources: Helps with stress, anxiety, finding balance
Self-Injury Help Guide
Stress
Suicide Prevention
Teen Help
Teen Mental Health
Virtual Calming Room Wake County Social Service Resources. Wake Network of Care is an online database that is a one-stop shop for resources, assistance, health information, and advocacy tools. Locate Wake County programs and services, crisis services, and a health library.
The Catholic Parish Outreach has compiled a helpful Resource Guide that lists a variety of assistance sources, including shelters, clothing, and financial assistance.
Need help in getting services in Wake county? Click here for a directory of agencies that can help families with resources, including mentoring, medical needs, housing, and mental health: Wake County Resource Guide
To access social services in Wake County, click here: Wake County Human Services
For any financial or housing assistance from the City or County, families should contact Coordinated Entry by phone at 919-443-0096 or email [email protected] or contact any of the access sites directly. Intake workers will figure out all programs that you may be eligible for. Wake County Human Services has also published a list of Additional Housing Resources. Substance AbuseSouthlight - Prevention, Education, and Treatment Services offered in the Triangle
919-787-6131
Hotlines
National Drug Helpline – 844-289-0879
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline – 800-662-HELP (4357)
The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids – 855-DRUG-FREE (378-4373)
Al-Anon and Alateen - For friends and families of problem drinkers
800-356-9996
Informational Websites
Alcohol Facts
Alcoholism and Families
Drug Abuse Facts for Teens
Drug Abuse Information for Parents
Drugs: The Real Facts
Smoking and Tobacco FactsLGBTQ+ Youth ResourcesGLBT National Help Center: GLBT National Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-PRIDE (7743)
GLBT National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
Serving the LGBTQ+ community by providing free & confidential peer-support and local resources.
Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
Dedicated to the well being of transgender people, the hotline is staffed by transgender people.
Websites providing resources and support for LGBTQ+ youth
GLBT Teens: Facts for Teens and Their Parents
Safe Schools Coalition
It Gets Better Project
Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)
StopBullying.gov: Information for LGBT YouthBullyingBullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Bullying includes actions such as making threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone physically or verbally, and excluding someone from a group on purpose. How can you help as a student? If you see bullying, talk to a trusted adult for help. Help the person being bullied by offering support and getting help. Always be kind and respectful to others, and set up a good example for others to model.
Tip Sheets about Bullying:
Dealing with Bullying: Tips for Students
Bullying Facts and Warning Signs for Parents to Recognize
Cyberbullying Facts and Ways to Respond
Websites about Bullying:
Stopbullying.gov
Teens Against Bullying
Positivity Page by DoSomething.org Take a stand against cyberbullying and promote the nice things your classmates do for each other.
Report it! Are you being bullied or harrassed, or do you know someone who is being bullied or harrassed? Tell a trusted adult. If you don't feel comfortable talking, you can fill out a report form. You can do it anonymously if you don't feel comfortable putting your name down. Click here for the Bullying Report Form.Additional Hotlines and InformationTeen Line: 310-855-HOPE / 310-855-4673 or Text “TEEN” to 839-863
Call if you have a problem or just want to talk to another teen who understands.
Childhelp: 1-800-4-A-CHILD
Helping victims of child abuse
National Runaway Switchboard: 800-621-4000
Informational Websites
ADHD Support
Dating and Healthy Relationships
Foster Care Support
Social Media Responsibility
Teen Help
Dealing with uncertainty and the unknown has an effect on our well-being. Anxiety during this time is an understandable reaction, whether you have been dealing with anxiety all along or this is a new development in your life. We understand that not being able to connect makes this time more difficult. Please know that all of our students and families are on our minds during this unprecedented time in our lives.
The district has put together a list of resources specific to this time of need. Also, scroll below for additional community-based resources, including hotlines, websites, and agencies. Please use the resources listed if your student needs emotional support during their time at home. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 immediately.
District and Local Resources
Food Distribution Sites
Food Pantries
Wake County Public School System: Coronavirus Updates and Resources
Wake Network of Care- Listing of public agencies, non-profits, and local businesses to specifically
meet the new demands created by COVID-19.
NCDHHS: Community Resources
NC COVID-19 Resources for Renters Facing Eviction (also in Spanish)
Utility Bill Assistance
Spectrum Internet Assistance
Emotional Support
Emotional Safety for Students
Emotional Support for Students
NCDHHS COVID-19: Managing Your Overall Health
Crisis Services- Mental Health/Suicide Prevention HotlinesHopeline: Call (24/7) or Text (M-F 10am - 10pm): 919-231-4525 or 877-235-4525
A free and confidential crisis and suicide prevention helpline that offers crisis intervention, supportive and non-judgmental active listening, gentle and understanding discussion of crisis resolution, and referrals to appropriate community resources.
Optum Emotional Support Help Line: 866-342-6982
Optum has a toll-free 24-hour Emotional Support Help Line for people who may be experiencing anxiety or stress around COVID-19.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.
Crisis Textline: Text any message to 741741
Crisis Text Line serves anyone, in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7 support and information.
The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ Youth.
IMAlive
The world’s first virtual crisis center.
Self-Injury Hotline: 800-DONTCUT (366-8288)
Individuals can also use any of the other hotlines for a self-injury crisis.
Interact of Wake: Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Support that utilizes the following hotlines
Domestic Violence 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-7740 or 866-291-0855
Sexual Assault 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-3005 or 866-291-0853
Solace Center 24/7 Crisis Line: 919-828-3067 or 866-291-0854
Spanish 24/7 Crisis Line: 844-203-8896Crisis Services- Mental Health Local Emergency FacilitiesUNC Wakebrook- Crisis and Assessment Services
984-974-4800
107 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh
Crisis and Assessment Service (CAS) is available 24/7/365 days a year for walk-ins and for those escorted by first responders. CAS will provide emergency psychiatric evaluations for those individuals experiencing acute mental health and/or substance abuse crises.
Holly Hill Hospital
919-250-7000
Children's Hospital : 201 Michael J. Smith Lane, Raleigh
No-cost confidential psychiatric assessments are available 24/7/365 days a year.Mental HealthAlliance Health
To access mental health or substance abuse services, call the 24-hour access line at 800-510-9132.
If you have private insurance, we recommend that you contact your insurance provider for provider referrals. A sortable list of local participating mental health providers can also be found on Psychology Today.
Wake Behavioral Urgent Care (currently open- please call ahead if possible)
919-703-2845
319 Chapanoke Dr, Suite 120, Raleigh
No appointment necessary, same day walk-in care.
Transitions Grief Care
919-828-0890
Support in the grieving process over the death of a loved one.
Mental Health Support Groups
Some of these groups meet online, while others will resume to meet in person at a later date.
Informational Websites
Learn more about the following topics:
Anxiety
Depression
Eating Disorders
Emotional Well-Being
Everything This website has it all!
Greater Good's Guide to Well-Being During Coronavirus
Helping Your Family De-stress During Coronavirus Uncertainty
How Teenagers Can Protect Their Mental Health During Coronavirus
Managing Stress
Mental Health: Getting through tough times
Mindfulness Resources: Helps with stress, anxiety, finding balance
Self-Injury Help Guide
Stress
Suicide Prevention
Teen Help
Teen Mental Health
Virtual Calming Room Wake County Social Service Resources. Wake Network of Care is an online database that is a one-stop shop for resources, assistance, health information, and advocacy tools. Locate Wake County programs and services, crisis services, and a health library.
The Catholic Parish Outreach has compiled a helpful Resource Guide that lists a variety of assistance sources, including shelters, clothing, and financial assistance.
Need help in getting services in Wake county? Click here for a directory of agencies that can help families with resources, including mentoring, medical needs, housing, and mental health: Wake County Resource Guide
To access social services in Wake County, click here: Wake County Human Services
For any financial or housing assistance from the City or County, families should contact Coordinated Entry by phone at 919-443-0096 or email [email protected] or contact any of the access sites directly. Intake workers will figure out all programs that you may be eligible for. Wake County Human Services has also published a list of Additional Housing Resources. Substance AbuseSouthlight - Prevention, Education, and Treatment Services offered in the Triangle
919-787-6131
Hotlines
National Drug Helpline – 844-289-0879
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline – 800-662-HELP (4357)
The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids – 855-DRUG-FREE (378-4373)
Al-Anon and Alateen - For friends and families of problem drinkers
800-356-9996
Informational Websites
Alcohol Facts
Alcoholism and Families
Drug Abuse Facts for Teens
Drug Abuse Information for Parents
Drugs: The Real Facts
Smoking and Tobacco FactsLGBTQ+ Youth ResourcesGLBT National Help Center: GLBT National Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-PRIDE (7743)
GLBT National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
Serving the LGBTQ+ community by providing free & confidential peer-support and local resources.
Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860
Dedicated to the well being of transgender people, the hotline is staffed by transgender people.
Websites providing resources and support for LGBTQ+ youth
GLBT Teens: Facts for Teens and Their Parents
Safe Schools Coalition
It Gets Better Project
Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)
StopBullying.gov: Information for LGBT YouthBullyingBullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Bullying includes actions such as making threats, spreading rumors, attacking someone physically or verbally, and excluding someone from a group on purpose. How can you help as a student? If you see bullying, talk to a trusted adult for help. Help the person being bullied by offering support and getting help. Always be kind and respectful to others, and set up a good example for others to model.
Tip Sheets about Bullying:
Dealing with Bullying: Tips for Students
Bullying Facts and Warning Signs for Parents to Recognize
Cyberbullying Facts and Ways to Respond
Websites about Bullying:
Stopbullying.gov
Teens Against Bullying
Positivity Page by DoSomething.org Take a stand against cyberbullying and promote the nice things your classmates do for each other.
Report it! Are you being bullied or harrassed, or do you know someone who is being bullied or harrassed? Tell a trusted adult. If you don't feel comfortable talking, you can fill out a report form. You can do it anonymously if you don't feel comfortable putting your name down. Click here for the Bullying Report Form.Additional Hotlines and InformationTeen Line: 310-855-HOPE / 310-855-4673 or Text “TEEN” to 839-863
Call if you have a problem or just want to talk to another teen who understands.
Childhelp: 1-800-4-A-CHILD
Helping victims of child abuse
National Runaway Switchboard: 800-621-4000
Informational Websites
ADHD Support
Dating and Healthy Relationships
Foster Care Support
Social Media Responsibility
Teen Help
Anxiety/Test Anxiety Resources
Healing from the pain of a loss with Transitions GriefCare
When you lose someone you love, grief is a personal journey traveled in your own unique way. That’s why Transitions GriefCare offers a range of support services to help explore, understand and express the grief that is exclusively yours.
Individual counseling is available for adults, teens and children as well as sessions for the entire family. And our "Let's Talk Transitions" blog offers a bereavement category.
Transitions GriefCare also offers a variety of support groups and workshops that bring grieving people together for an opportunity to connect with others who have experienced similar types of losses. Different services are available to help you find the one that best meets your needs.
Counseling is provided by professionally trained grief counselors. Services are available in a choice of community settings or at one of our two Grief Centers (Raleigh or Dunn).
Programs offered at Transitions GriefCare:
When you lose someone you love, grief is a personal journey traveled in your own unique way. That’s why Transitions GriefCare offers a range of support services to help explore, understand and express the grief that is exclusively yours.
Individual counseling is available for adults, teens and children as well as sessions for the entire family. And our "Let's Talk Transitions" blog offers a bereavement category.
Transitions GriefCare also offers a variety of support groups and workshops that bring grieving people together for an opportunity to connect with others who have experienced similar types of losses. Different services are available to help you find the one that best meets your needs.
Counseling is provided by professionally trained grief counselors. Services are available in a choice of community settings or at one of our two Grief Centers (Raleigh or Dunn).
Programs offered at Transitions GriefCare:
