Local Resources
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You can download a PDF file HERE that lists all resources for local Western Nevada County resources for teens & their families
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For information on resources and crisis services visit Community Collaborative Tahoe Truckee
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What's Up Wellness offers mindfulness tools to support your life. Mindfulness comes in many forms: movement, breathing, visualizing, writing, self-expression, awareness of ourselves in relation to others... just to name a few. Find the “Mind Your Mind” video library HERE.
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NEO offers a fun, safe and supervised place for youth and young adults, ages 11-25, to spend their time after school, build friendships, learn new skills and discover their passions. Several hundred youth participate in NEO every year. NEO provides leadership opportunities, summer programs, music events and in-school activities. Learn more HERE.
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What’s Up Wellness hosts support groups on local high school campuses. Contact us to find out more info! Sierra Therapy Center also provides groups. Learn more HERE.
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What’s Up Wellness supports on campus GSA groups through The Spectrum Project, contact here for more info. The Rainbow Social at NEO provides a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to get to know others and learn about the LGBTQ+ community. Designed for youth ages 16-25 (but open to younger!), topics range from the differences between sex and gender, to the coming out process and safe relationships. Text RAINBOW to 530-270-0207 to join the group text.
Helplines
Helplines
Sometimes you just need someone to talk to…
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Youth can always call or text the California Youth Crisis Line, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at: 800-843-5200
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You deserve a welcoming, loving world.
And so do the people you care about. At The Trevor Project you can reach out to a counselor if you’re struggling, find answers and information, and get the tools you need to help someone else. Find more information HERE.
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Nothing is ok right now, and that's ok.
We know that because we're living with grief, too. We're teenagers who are sharing our grief, one story at a time. Learn more HERE. -
Teen Line's highly trained teen listeners provide support, resources and hope to any teen who is struggling. Learn more HERE.
24/7 Line - 800-852-8336
School Supports
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You can read our comprehensive outline of family and student support available in the TTUSD region HERE
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THIS site has been created for the social and emotional learning and support for staff, students, families, and community in the NJUHSD region.
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NJUHSD counselors have created this Virtual Calming Room for students or families. Be well. You are important. You matter.
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A thorough catalog of Forest Charter resources, policies, documents, plans, and much more
Apps
Apps
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Headspace
Meditation and mindfulness for any mind, any mood, any goal -
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Calm
Discover a happier, healthier you through meditations, Sleep Stories, music, and more. -
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Smiling Mind
Meditation app developed to help bring balance to your life. -
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SuperBetter
SuperBetter improves resilience, mental health and social emotional learning. -
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Calm Harm
Calm Harm is a free app that helps you manage or resist the urge to self-harm. -
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Apart of Me
A world built to guide you through your darkest moments. Grief support.
Advocacy
Even with the growing mental health supports in our community, more is needed. Many youth and adults fall through gaps in our systems.
To advocate for more or different services you can email Priya Kannall at Priya.Kannall@nevadacountyca.gov to get on the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) email list. You will then be informed of upcoming meetings and/or input processes on how MHSA funds get utilized in our community.
We want to hear your ideas and vision! More information about MHSA funding and programs HERE
Need a minute?
We’ve shared a couple of our favorite, quick videos below to help us re-center and calm when things feel hectic. We hope you enjoy them!