FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
These resources are designed to educate and support families as they address mental health at home, in school, and out of school. Help build an environment that supports the well-being of your children and teens, including those experiencing mental health challenges.
FAMILY WORKSHOPS
Whether you are a parent, guardian or school professional, you can access these free resources below.
Grades 4-6
Family Workshop I: We All Have Mental Health
This workshop helps parents understand the difference between everyday feelings versus overwhelming feelings.
Schools and Community-Based Organizations: Host your own workshop with ready-to-use slideshows, facilitators guides, and handouts, which complement the Classroom Education program for grades 4-6 and out-of-school resources. Free phone support is available from Erika’s Lighthouse: 847-386-6481.
Parents/guardians: Watch this short video. It will give you an opportunity to learn more about mental health in adolescents and help prepare you for discussion at home.
Parents/guardians: Watch this short video. It will give you an opportunity to learn more about mental health in adolescents and help prepare you for discussion at home.
Grades 6-12
Family Workshop II: Depression & Suicide
This workshop helps families recognize the signs and symptoms of depression and suicide, how they can promote good mental health in their home, and how to be a trusted adult for their children.
Schools: Host your own workshop with these ready-to-use slideshows, facilitators guides, and handouts, which complement the Classroom Education programs for grades 6-12. Free phone support is available from Erika’s Lighthouse: 847-386-6481.
Parents/guardians: Watch this short video. It will give you an opportunity to learn more about mental health and depression in adolescents and help prepare you for discussion at home.
Parents/guardians: Watch this short video. It will give you an opportunity to learn more about mental health and depression in adolescents and help prepare you for discussion at home.
Resources
This book, available in both English and Spanish, was written for parents, by parents and covers signs and symptoms, treatment options and ways to support children and teens at home.
Check out these family resources -- from discussion guides to informational documents, to family action plans -- to learn more about what families can do to make mental health a priority.
