Safety & Crisis
Resources
Parenting in a way that your child feels safe enough to be themselves.
Do not teach your children never to be angry; teach them how to be angry.
– Lyman Abbott
The Internet is amazing! But it also has some things you need to watch out for.
Caregivers and school personnel have a responsibility to help children and youth feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security, reinforcing their natural resilience, and talking with them about their fears.
Concerned parents who have questions about certain behaviors they exhibit and how to ensure they get help.
FIREARM SAFETY AND SUICIDE PREVENTION EDUCATION PARENT MATERIALS
If you are experiencing a Life-Threatening situation please call 911.
For A Mental Health Crisis please call 988.
See additional non-emergency resources below.
Didn’t find what you needed? Send me an email.
kpauga@alpinedistrict.org
Community Resources
Provides quality mental health care for all individuals within Utah and Wasatch counties. A comprehensive community mental health center that offers an array of programs and services for children, teens, and adults.
Offers counseling services for individuals, couples, and families in the Utah County community.
Provides assessment and treatment for a variety of mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief, substance abuse, and relationship issues.
(801) 422-7759
801-863-4780
The Sharing Place provides Grief support groups in Utah county,
385-301-4156
Provides parents and caregivers the tools for child education, social and emotional health, and family financial stability.
801-374-2588
Provides people with ways to get help, and give help. Dial 2-1-1 to connect to needed health and human resources and volunteer opportunities.
801-374-2588
SafeUT is a Crisis Chat and Tip Line that provides real-time crisis intervention to youth through live chat and a confidential tip program – right from your smartphone
833-372-3388
Utah county public health office: Immunizations & other services.
(801) 851-7331 - 599 S 500 E St, American Fork, UT 84003
Local food pantry and vouchers available.
(801) 692-1881
Food pantry and clothing
484 W. Pony Express Parkway, Saratoga Springs, UT 84045
Food pantry
99 North Thunder Blvd., Saratoga Springs, UT 84045
Social-Emotional Resources
Explore and learn more about various social-emotional concerns your child may be experiencing.
positive parenting
It is hard being a parent some days. It can feel as though our children are out to get us and want to sabotage the relationships we have with them. If you have ever wanted to bang your head against the wall because your child refuses to cooperate then slow yourself down and breathe. You’ve got this! Here are some ideas to consider.
anxiety
Anxiety is normal to experience. It’s one way our brain is designed to keep us safe. Sometimes it reoccurs so often that “it” begins to control us. We don‘t want to participate in activities, school, or family events. Fortunately, there are ways to manage the thoughts and feelings that accompany anxiety. The first step is to recognize when it shows up. Then we can help our child self-regulate.
emotional regulation
Emotional regulation is a skill that will be taught using the RULER Approach. It develops students Emotioanl Intelligence EQ so they understand what they are feeling and what triggered those feelings
anger
Anger is a big emotion for anyone to experience. It’s hard to know how to express it without making matters worse. We can help our children know that it’s okay to be mad and teach them appropriate ways to express that feeling and how to self-regulate.
Name that feeling
changing families
Changing families is another loss that demands our children be resilient. This is a confusing time and many questions and emotions surface. It is tricky to navigate changes in ways our children feel safe and loved by both parents.
grief
One of the biggest tests of resiliency we experience. The grieving process is messy, confusing, and different for everyone. Children can work through all the feelings that come with the loss of a loved one.
growth mindset
A growth mindset lends to resilient kids. They aren’t afraid of failure because they have learned that we learn the most when we DO fail. They aren’t afraid of doing hard things because they know they will get better each time they do their best. Students with a growth mindset will go on to achieve limitless goals.
mindfulness
Being mindful is a social-emotional tool that builds student confidence, helps them cope with stress, and better manage those uncomfortable or challenging moments. It increases their focus, improves their academic performance, and decreases their stress levels.
depression
Being sad is a normal feeling to have. Everyone feels it. And, we feel it often. What’s not normal is when we feel sad for a long period of time. Regardless of your age, it is confusing as to how you got there. You don’t feel yourself and you don’t know what to do. You are exhausted and in extreme cases feel hopeless. Asking for and getting help early will prevent feelings of hopelessness.
Karen Pauga kpauga@alpinedistrict.org 801-601-8723