Family Wellness Resources
King Philip, Norfolk, Plainville & Wrentham Schools 5/26
In Massachusetts, a number of organizations are raising mental health awareness and promoting being kind to your mind with a “Be Seen in Green” campaign. Green is a symbol of mental health awareness, represents hope and new beginnings. The tower at Gillette Stadium and other landmarks will be lit up in green for the month to remind all to raise awareness, support others and seek help when needed.
We all have mental health. Mental health exists on a continuum and includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, which affects how we think, feel, and act. Mental health also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Taking care of your own wellbeing is important to you and your children.
Mental health is an important part of a child's overall health and well-being. Parents and caregivers are often the first to notice when something feels different. Changes in mood, sleep, appetite or behavior may signal a young person needs support. Normalize open conversations about mental health to build trust and resilience in youth. When children and youth feel safe, they are more apt to seek help. When you have concerns, reach out to your child's pediatrician or school counseling staff.
Resources about youth mental health and supporting your child:
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/helping-your-child
Understanding Youth Mental Health - Questions Parents Frequently Ask
Familiarize yourself with supports available to you and your child:
Care Solace is available to students and families from the King Philip, Norfolk, Plainville and Wrentham schools during the school year and throughout the summer for those who seek an outside provider for mental health or substance use concerns. A care companion will work at no cost to you to connect you or or child to a provider. See access flyer at button below.
