Mental Health

From the CDC - What is mental health?

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.  Mental and physical health are equally important components of overall health.  For example, depression increases the risk for many types of physical health problems, particularly long-lasting conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Similarly, the presence of chronic conditions can increase the risk for mental illness.

The North Marion School District recognizes that the mental health of your student is one of your primary concerns.  Our schools understand the vital role we play in ensuring that students can learn in a healthy and safe environment that allows them to be their best selves.  This page contains resources and tools you can use while supporting your student and their ongoing mental health needs.

Crisis Line

Resources to use for immediate help in crisis situations. If the emergency is life-threatening, please call 911.

• Call 988 for help in a crisis and for suicide prevention: 988
• Marion County Youth and Family Crisis Services: 503-576-HOPE (4673)
• Marion County Psychiatric Crisis Center: 503-585-4949
• Clackamas County Crisis Line: 503-655-8585
• Oregon Department of Education Care and Connection Tools
• Oregon Department of Education Mental Health and Social Supports for Families
• Oregon Partnership YouthLine (confidential teen crisis line): 1-877-968-8491

Community Counseling Resources

These resources will help you find counselors. Some of them have services offered at a reduced or pro-rated fee.

• Digital Toolkit for Back to School National Institute of Mental Health
• Marion County Mental Health: 503-588-5851 | Adult Behavioral Health | Children's Behavioral Health
• Clackamas County Mental Health: 503-742-5335
• Catholic Community Services: 503-390-2600
• New Perspectives Center: 503-316-6770
• Valley Mental Health: 503-589-4046
• Easter Seals Oregon-Children's Resources: 503-370-8990
• Salem Rainbow Youth, Inc. (LGBTQIA+ youth): info@rainbowyouth.org 
• Salem Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Information Hotline: 503-363-6618
• TransActive Gender Center:  503-252-3000
• The Living Room (LGBTQIA+ youth): 503-901-5971
• SMYRC (LGBTQIA+ youth): 503-872-9664
• Marion County Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-854-3508 or 503-378-6704
• Northwest Human Services: 503-378-7526

Eating Disorders

If you, your child, or someone you know might suffer from an eating disorder, please seek support.

• Providence Adolescent Eating Disorders Program: 503-216-2025 
• Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel: 503-415-5600

Grief and Loss

Loss can be hard, especially for children, but there are some organizations can help.

• Dougy Center in Portland: 503-775-5683
• Dougy Center South, aka Walker's House: 503-775-5683
• Helping Children Cope With Loss,  Death, and Grief Tips for Teachers and Parents

Parenting Concerns

Find a support group for parents and other resources.

• Parent Helpline: 1-800-345-5044
• StandUp Parenting: 503-228-5087

Substance Abuse Support Groups

When it comes to substance abuse, these organizations can show you what signs or symptoms to look for and how to make sure every child in your care has the help that they need.

• Alateen or Alcoholics Anonymous: 1-888-4AL-ANON
• Oregon Youthline: 1-877-553-TEEN (8336)
• Narcotics Anonymous: 503-990-0861
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA): 1-800-662-4357: This is a 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service with help available in English and Spanish. This line is designed for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
• SAMSHA Brochure on Talking to Your Teen About Vaping

Talking to Children about Conflict and War

·  National Child Traumatic Stress Network: How to Talk to Children about War

·  Common Sense Media: How to Talk to Kids about Violence, Crime and War

·  UNICEF: How to Talk to Your Child about Conflict and War