Mental Health Resources
The Department of Guidance and Counseling is committed to providing a wealth of information and resources for the parents and students of Alvin ISD. Our students' social, emotional, and mental well-being is of the utmost importance. Each month, the With Kids In Mind newsletter will contain information and tips to help you educate and spark conversations with your child(ren) about the importance of social emotional learning and mental health/wellness.
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Hotlines
24-Hour Crisis Response Hotline – Gulf Coast Center- Galveston/Brazoria Co.
1-866-729-3848
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or Text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
24/7 Crisis TEXT line
Text “HOME” to 741741
Dating Abuse Love is Respect
1-866-331-9474 or TEXT LOVEIS to 22522
National Center for Victims of Crime
1-855-4VICTIM
Other Resources
NAMI Gulf Coast - Mental Health Resource and Crisis Manual
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network - NCTSN Get Help Now
Texas Health and Human Services - Family-Based Support Programs
Texas Health and Human Services - Family Violence Program
Community Resource Coordination Groups - CRCGs
Help for Crime Victims - Direct Services for Crime Victims/ List of Helpline
Texas School Safety Center - A Parent's Guide to School Safety Toolkit
Love is Respect - Resources and Information about Healthy and Safe Relationships
Texas Youth Helpline - Call or text 1-800-98-YOUTH (6884) Chat@TexasYouth.org
The Texas Youth Helpline is available 24/7 for parents and children to talk about what they need in times of stress, depression and crisis. If the situation is life-threatening, don't wait: Call 9-1-1.
You don't need a parent to make the call. Parents can make the call with their child.
Texas Parenting Helpline - 833-680-0611
When you need answers to parenting questions or even something more.
The team stands by 24/7 to help you with any parenting challenge, big or small.
Provide free information and referrals to counseling and thousands of other local services in communities across Texas
We can help brainstorm solutions and, if needed, connect you with resources that can help you take the next step.
Most referrals are too low or no-cost services in your local Texas community.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, 988 provides 24/7 connection to confidential support. There is Hope.
Just call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org
Alvin ISD partners with UTMB Health to provide free virtual counseling support services for students currently enrolled in AISD in grades 3-12. Reach out to your campus school counselor for more information!
Mental Health America Crisis Resource Center
In times of crisis, whether you're facing a personal mental health challenge, dealing with the aftermath of a disaster, or grappling with the effects of violence, abuse, or discrimination, finding the right support is crucial. This collection of information and resources is designed to help you navigate these difficult moments, offering tools and guidance to aid in your coping and recovery.