May 2024 SBMH Collaborative Updates

Hello WISP Collaborative Members,

Thank you all for participating in our fourth

WISP School-Based Mental Health Collaborative of the school year.

It was a pleasure to have you join us and

share your insights and experiences.

If you didn't have a chance to complete our feedback survey at the meeting

you can find it here.

As promised, please see below for resources that were shared during the presentation.

We look forward to seeing you at our collaboratives next school year.

Please feel free to reach out to Wisp@cccoe.k12.ca.us if you have any questions, feedback, or suggestions.

Thank you!

The WISP Team

May Collaborative Slideshow Presentation

The Wellness in Schools Program would like to thank Debbie Thomas and Danielle Jimenez for presenting to the collaborative about A3 Crisis Response.

A3 Crisis Response Number: 1-844-844-5544

A3 Crisis Response Website

A3 Crisis Response Brochure

Mental Health Awareness Month is a national campaign that takes place during the month of May. It aims to raise awareness about mental health, fight stigma, provide support , educate the public and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families. It is a time to remember that your mental health is essential to your overall health and that you are not alone in your struggles or recovery.

Mental Health Awareness Spirit Week Activities and Lesson Plan -

Wellness in Schools Program

Mental Health Month Toolkit - Mental Health America

Mental Health Month Toolkit en Español - Mental Health America

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month Resources & Events

National Foster Care Month 2024 - Outreach Toolkit: Communication Tools to Spread the Word

Youth Services Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

May

18

Youth Wellness Summit

An event dedicated to empowering foster youth to prioritize their well-being and thrive on their journey towards holistic health. Enjoy a free haircut and complimentary boutique experiences. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

$25 visa gift card for all youth attendees courtesy of CASA.

Registration

BrightLife Kids developed by BrightLine and the California Department of Health Services offers personalized support for California families with children ages 0-12. Parents can access free, expert coaching for sleep issues, worry, social skills, live, 1:1 video sessions, secure chat, on-demand content, and so much more. Explore the BrightLife Kids website here:

BrightLife Kids

The Soluna App is an innovative virtual behavior health program, developed through a collaboration between the California Department of Health Services and Kooth. The Soluna App will provide youth and young adults (ages 13-25) with immediate access to a comprehensive mental health toolkit, community support. resources, digital journaling, and personal coaching - all at no cost to the user, their parents, or their school. The Soluna App is available to download on all IOS and Android Devices. Explore more about this app here:



The Soluna App Website

The Soluna App Presentation

Thank you Charlie Health for your dedication to serving youth in Contra Costa County.

Please explore Charlie Health resources below:

Monday Parent and Caregiver Open Support Groups

Charlie Health Open Community Support Groups

Reset & Recharge: A Virtual Summer Program for Students

Empowerment Program with Center for Human Development provides LGBTQIA+ youth with weekly non-clinical support groups helping to build self esteem, pride, healthy support networks, and gain the motivation to complete their education. They can also provide culturally appropriate referrals to additional support services and mental health services. CHD provides a spectrum of wellness and prevention services touching on each spectrum of identity.

Empowerment Program has weekly rotating support groups for LGBTQIA Youth in East County Ages 12-18, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at Brentwood United Methodist Church 4:30-6:30pm. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays we are at 430 Railroad Ave in Pittsburg CA 4:30-6:30pm They also have a virtual option for anyone unable to attend in person! If you would like more info or know of any youths who may benefit please contact Caitlin Gulseth by phone or email

925-384-0143 Caitlin@chd-prevention.org

Center for Human Development Website

Please share this opportunity for youth 18-24. For any questions or support, please email Harleen Sandhu (Harleen.Sandhu@cchealth.org) with the subject line "Youth Champion Internship Inquiry".

Registration for Youth Champion Internship

Centro Legal de la Raza

Thank you, Sarah Hart for sharing about the work you are doing at Centro Legal de la Raza. Founded in 1969, Centro Legal de la Raza is a legal services agency protecting and advancing the rights of low-income, immigrant, Black, and Latinx communities in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties through bilingual legal representation, education, and advocacy. Learn more about the services they offer by visiting their website:

Centro Legal de la Raza

May

20

Addiction and Teens

Please join TUPE & WISP for a webinar on addiction.

On Monday, May 20 at 6:00PM, join a panel of local experts, including a family physician, parent navigator, and mental health clinician, as they discuss:

• how addiction/substance use disorder impacts teens
• risk and warning signs
• how to support young people struggling with use
• resources available

The event will be held in English with simultaneous Spanish translation and closed captioning additional languages.

There is no cost to attend and registration is not required:

Join the Webinar

May

20

Miles Hall Youth Summit: The Breaking Barriers Empowering Black Mental Health Summit: explores whole person (mind, body, spirit) wellness and interactive sessions, mentorship, and community celebration of young Black people.

Flyer

Registration