Resources for Students & Families

On July 16, 2022, the United States transitioned to the new three-digit dialing code 988 to reach crisis support. Calls, texts, and online chat from 988 will be routed to the existing National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (the Lifeline).
The change is part of a nationwide effort to transition the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to a phone number people can more easily remember and access in times of crisis.  

About the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

• This three-digit number replaces the previous 1-800-273-8255 suicide and crisis phone number. 
• There are three ways you can connect to the Lifeline: Calls, Text, and Online Chats. Connect any time, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, every day of the year.
• Anyone experiencing mental health-related distress (suicide, mental health, and/or substance use crisis) can call, chat, or text 988 for free and confidential support. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
• When you connect to the Lifeline, a trained crisis specialist will answer, listen to you, and provide support and share resources if needed. Crisis Specialists are trained to focus on de-escalation, safety planning, and coping skills.
• The Lifeline provides phone services in English and Spanish. Interpretation services is available for people who call 988. Currently, interpretation and translation service is not available for chat and text.

Mental Health Resources
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please DIAL 911!

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

Crisis Phone Line: 988 - 24/7 Free & Confidential Support  (formerly 1-800-273-4255)

Minnesota Mental Health Crisis Response Phone Number by County: Adult

Minnesota Mental Health Crisis Response Phone Number by County: Children

Mental Health Minnesota: Get Help in a Crisis

National Alliance on Mental Health Illness Minnesota: Support

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention: Talking with Children About the Coronavirus Disease

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention: Stress & Coping

Mental Health Minnesota Apps: Manage Your Mental Health, Get Support, Find Resources 

Mental Health Minnesota: Get Information or a Referral 

Suicide Prevention Life Line Talk to Someone Now via Chat or Phone 

SAVE Suicide Awareness Voices of Education

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention 

National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention 

HelpGuide.org provides resources for mental & emotional health.

Mental Health Minnesota: Minnesota Warmline - Open Monday-Saturday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Call: 651-288-0400 or 1-877-404-3190
Text ‘Support’ to 85511

National Domestic Violence Hotline: Get Help in a Crisis
Call: 1-800-799-7233 or Text: LOVEIS to 22522

Youth Mental Health Resources

Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Resources for Youth

Mental Health America: Staying Connected

Active Minds: How to Listen and Help Someone Cope

The Trevor Project: LGBTQ Support

SPTS-USA: Suicide Prevention Resources for Youth, Educators and Parents

Teen Mental Health: General Mental Health Resources

Teen Health: Stress & Coping Resources

Teen Health: General Mental Health Resources

Mental Health Minnesota Apps: Manage Your Mental Health, Get Support, Find Resources 

General Resources for Housing, Financial Assistance, Healthcare, etc.: 

United Way 211 Resource Guide

Washington County Resource Guide

Chisago County Resources

Anoka County Resource Guide 

Isanti County Resource Guide

Help with Bills - USA.GOV

Not finding what you need? Contact Kathy Bystrom at 651-252-6712 for assistance. 

Hunger Solutions MN - Find Help Map 

Hunger Impact Partners - Free Meals for Kids Mobile App

Washington County Food Resource Guide

Chisago County Food Support Program

Anoka County Food Resources

National Alliance for Grieving Children promotes awareness of the needs of children and teens grieving a death and provides education and resources for anyone who wants to support them. 

American Hospice Foundation provides resources for educating the public about hospice and heightening awareness of grief issues in the schools and workplace.   

The Dougy Center provides support in a safe place where children, teens, young adults, and their families grieving a death can share their experiences.   

Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors offers compassionate care to all those grieving the loss of a loved one who served in our armed forces.  

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network provides information and resources for students experiencing traumatic grief.  

 Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family. 

 Childrens Grief Connection  

Allina Health Support Groups 

Brighter Days Grief Center