When traumatic events happen in our lives, everyone processes things differently. Our children are no different. Sometimes it's hard to know what to tell children at different age levels or how to recognize the signs that they need help coping. Here are some resources that can help you through those challenging times.
A resource guide has been developed for families identifying district supports, mental health resources and availability of school-linked mental health providers. Community resources and supports and contact information are also identified in the resource guide. Families may communicate with school counselors, psychologists, social workers, nurses, and more, using the information found in the guide below.
Central Minnesota Mental Health Services (CMMHS) has partnered with BHM Schools to provide outpatient mental health services for students for a number of years. The information found in the link below will assist families in understanding how to continue and/or access mental health supports for their students.
Virtual Calming Room--Elementary Students and Older
Two BHM Elementary School Social Workers, Madison Hageman and Breanna Landrus, have created a Virtual Calming Room. The website is full of family-friendly ways to put the "calm" back into you lives. Geared more for elementary students on up, the site includes sounds and music, visual relaxation, guided breathing exercises, mindfulness activities, yoga and movement, and coloring, creating and brain games. There really is something for everyone!
Virtual Calming Room--Secondary Students and Older
Buffalo High School Library Learning Commons Coordinator Amy Sparks has created a Virtual Calming Room for secondary students and older. This site is also full of family-friendly ways to put the "calm" back into your lives. The site includes: guided practice, live cameras, sounds and music, color and create, visual relaxation and smart-device apps. Be sure to check it out.
