Mental Health, School & Community Resources

Resources for Students and Parent/guardian/caretakers:

• Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 988 OR 1-800-273-8255

Warning Signs and Risk Factors

Teen Link

• Parent/guardian/caretaker Resource Information:

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Free and Reduced Lunch Program  –  ISD Food Services

Cultural and Family Partnerships – ISD Family Liaisons, Equity Mission, etc.

VOICE is an in-school volunteer mentoring program helping students in ALL Issaquah schools. VOICE is powered by caring community volunteers who donate one hour a week to mentor students in a one-to-one school setting. Placements are made based on the mentors’ interests, location preference and time availability.

Resources for Parent/guardian/caretakers:

Why Teens Cut

How Can I Help?

A Look at the Bigger Picture

For Parent/guardian/caretakers and Teens:

Alternatives to Self-Harm 

We all have bad days. If you're stuck in a rut, start by making sure your basic needs are met: 

Watch this self-care guide

Mindfulness meditation has an enormous amount of neuroscience research backing it's positive impacts on our well being (including reducing anxiety, depression, and many other mental health issues).

Take 5 minute mindful break

Anxiety Resources:

Video: What is happening in your body

Relaxation Techniques

Bullying vs Drama

Child Mind Institute

Wellness Plan

LGBTQIA+ Supports:

The Trevor Project

PFLAG Eastside

Lambert House

Gender Laws/Regulations

Read more about the program here

Community Resource Directory

The King County Library System offers free tutoring at local libraries and online.  Please see the Study Zone website for more information.