Helpful Mental Health and Wellness Resources During Spring Break

  • Helpful Mental Health and Wellness Resources During Spring Break

    SpanishMental Health is Important

    Spring Break is usually associated with itineraries, socializing, and traveling — which can wear you out. Don't forget to take time to slow down and decompress:

    • Limiting screen time. A small digital detox can pay off big.

    • Cleaning out your social media accounts.Spend some time purging what you no longer find valuable.

    • Resting.One word: naps!

    • Getting fresh air. Even in the rain or snow.

    • Exercising. If you can combine exercise with fresh air, all the better.

    • Organizing. As you organize closets and drawers, find things to sell, donate, or trade with a friend.

    If you or a loved one experience difficult emotions as you slow down during Spring Break, you’re not alone. 

    Below are helpful resources in the community that you can access during the Spring Break.** We encourage you to save these resources so you can easily reference them should you or a family member need help now or in the future: 

    • StarVista 24/7 Crisis Hotline: 650-579-0350

    • StarVista Teen Crisis Services (Monday - Thursday, 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. PST)

    • Crisis Text Line: text "home" to 741-741

    • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988

    • Anonymous Alerts: www.anonymousalerts.com/sanmateouhsd

    • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233, www.thehotline.org/

    • 911 or visit your nearest hospital emergency room if you can get there safely

    **All School Personnel will be off campus and unavailable for all student-related services starting March 27 through March 31, 2023**

    San Mateo Union High School District partnered with Care Solace to support the well-being of our community. If you or a family member are looking for help with mental health or substance use, Care Solace can help you quickly find treatment options matched to your needs, regardless of the circumstance. This is a complimentary and confidential care coordination service provided by San Mateo Union High School District. If you would like to use Care Solace to help you find a mental health care provider:

    • Call 888-515-0595. Support is available 24/7/365 in over 200 languages.

    • Visit www.caresolace.com/smuhsdfamilies and either search on your own or click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone

    May you enjoy your break and return rested and ready for the remainder of the school year!

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