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Resources to Help Families Grow Stronger and More Resilient

At Partners4Wellness, we believe everyone thrives when they have access to reliable support. Here, you’ll find helpful guides, educational materials, and community resources designed to strengthen mental health, prevent substance use, and encourage positive coping skills. Whether you’re a student seeking guidance, a parent looking for answers, or a school leader wanting to make a difference, this is your space to learn, connect, and grow. Let’s build healthier futures — together.

Empowering youth, parents, and educators with tools that nurture emotional wellness, resilience, and healthier choices.

TEEN RESOURCES

TeenLine: Call, text, or email for free, confidential peer support if you or a friend are dealing with vaping, tobacco, or other challenges. Call: 1-310-855-4673 or Text: TEEN to 839863
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you.
Connect-OC: Connect-OC brings mental health resources currently available throughout Orange County for teens and young adults together in one place.
Truth Initiative - “This is Quitting”: Free, confidential text-based quit program for teens and young adults. Text DITCHVAPE to 88709.
Smokefree Teen: Tips, tools, and support for quitting vaping or smoking.
NIAAA for Teens: If you or a friend are struggling with alcohol, know that you can take control and recovery is possible.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline: free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.

PARENT & EDUCATOR RESOURCES

NAMI Orange County — Family Support Services & Programs: Offers education, support groups, and resources to help parents and caregivers better understand and support their loved ones living with mental health challenges.
Child Mind – Parent Guide for Getting Good Care: Guidebook explains what to do if you think your child may need help, where to seek help, types of treatment professionals, types of treatment, and what every parent should know about how to get quality care for their child.
Preparing Your Teen to Seek Professional Help: Information on how to talk to your teen about seeking professional help including approaching your child, focusing on strengths, and explaining that professional treatment can work and the role a professional can play in feeling better.
SAMHSA’s “Talk. They Hear You.” Campaign: Helps parents and educators start conversations about vaping, tobacco, and other substance use.
CDC – Quick Facts on Vaping: Science-based information on e-cigarette risks for youth.
Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: Advocacy, prevention tips, and educational resources for schools and families.
OC Medication Drop Box List: Need to safely dispose medication? Here are the local drop box locations.
DEA ‘One Pill Can Kill’ Campaign: The Drug Enforcement Administration has issued a Public Safety Alert warning Americans of the alarming increase in the lethality and availability of fake prescription pills containing fentanyl and methamphetamine.
DEA Take Back Days: The Drug Enforcement Agency takes back expired and unused medications twice a year to get them out the home and of the hands of youth.