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"In the past several weeks staff in behavioral health, education and human services settings have been challenged by the need to support immigrant children and families in their care who are caught amid uncertain and frightening circumstances. As behavioral health professionals and as human beings it is our ethical duty to do no harm and to treat these children and their families with the dignity and respect that every person deserves, and with sensitivity and kindness to their plight. Staff from different organizations have reached out to the Knowledge Center in search of resources to guide their work. We have collected the following resources and will continue to add to this list. We hope they are helpful."

"We want to ensure our immigrant communities have access to the mental health resources they need and deserve. Our Center for Behavioral Health and Wellness put together resources to support you and your loved ones:

• 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Spanish and ASL videophone support available. Documentation not required to call. Call or text 9-8-8, or chat online. Text “HELLO” to 741741 for immediate support. Learn more at 988lifeline.org.

• SAMHSA Helpline: Free, confidential assistance for individuals and families facing substance abuse or mental health issues. Call or text 833-773-2445, or chat online. Learn more at www.samhsa.gov.

• The Behavioral Health Help Line: Available in 200+ languages. Documentation not required to call. Call or text 833-773-2445, or chat online. Learn more at www.masshelpline.com.

• Immigrants Rising Wellness Support Groups: Virtual 6-week sessions for undocumented individuals to share experiences and receive support. Learn more at www.immigrantsrising.org/supportgroups.

• UndocuHealth Mental Health Directory: A directory of mental health providers specializing in undocumented and immigrant communities. Learn more at http://www.unitedwedream.org/.../mental-health-directory/.

• Parents Anonymous: Free, parent-led support groups for dealing with the stresses of parenting and family life. Learn more at www.parentsanonymous.org.

Find more mental health resources at boston.gov/bphc-mentalhealth."