Resources in the Community
At Connect2Care, we acknowledge that being supported by your community is integral to your mental health. See below for some links on different organizations that provide nonclinical support for the following groups.
LGBTQ Resources ▼
The Trevor Project is a nonprofit that works to make the U.S. and beyond a safer place for LGBTQ youth, through their crisis hotline, online community, and their online resources. See their resources on mental health for LGBT youth here.
The Boston Alliance of LGBT Youth is a youth-led LBGTQ support organization. They host monthly youth-focused programs in their community center, as well as quarterly events. Learn more about them on their website.
BIPOC Resources ▼
DeeDee’s Cry provides resources on suicide prevention and loss and mental health within Boston’s BIPOC communities. A Safe Space is their support group for BIPOC teens who have struggled with their mental health or have struggled with the suicide of a loved one. They also have support groups for adults. See their available support groups here.
The Loveland Foundation has a quarterly therapy fund for Black women, girls, and Black nonbinary people. Interested parties can apply for up to 12 therapy vouchers when the form is open on their website and be reimbursed for appointments made after the receipt of a voucher. Visit their website here to learn more.
The National AAPI Mental Health Association aims to promote and redefine the mental health and well-being of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander individuals and communities in the United States. See their website here for resources on navigating your mental health in conjunction with your race.
Immigrant Resources ▼
The Refugee & Immigrant Assistance Center is a Boston-based nonprofit that helps refugee and immigrant families resettle in Boston, including through citizenship application help, interpretation, and extended case work. Learn more about their services here.
The Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advancement Coalition is dedicated to immigrant advancement and safety within the state of Massachusetts. Beyond policy work and activism, they have the immigration helpline to help with finding resources in your area, a legal help line, and online resources. View their resources here.
Navigating Tough Situations for Youth
Adolescence can be a difficult time for many youths. Below are some resources on how to support youth and resources for youth experiencing these situations.
Healthy Social Media Use ▼
Social media is a good tool for connecting with friends and other people. However, too much social media use has its own drawbacks. For a comprehensive guide on healthy media use for teens, see this guide from the National Family and Youth Services Bureau.
Want to learn more about the science that determines best practices for social media use? Check out the American Psychological Association page about social media.
Resources on Bullying ▼
Mental Health America is a national nonprofit that compiles resources for mental health, wellbeing, and prevention.
Are you a caretaker who wants to learn the signs of a bully and a bullied youth. Click here for MHA’s page about spotting the signs of bullying.
Are you a young person looking for support on being bulling? Click here for MHA’s page about what to do if you’re being bullied.
Anyone can stop bullying. See the government’s Stop Bullying campaign to learn what you can do to report bullying, no matter if you are a kid, teen, or adult.
Talking With Youth ▼
When you’re concerned about a young loved one, it can be tough to start a conversation with them, no matter if you’re their parent, older sibling, or mentor. Though focused on parenting advice, the Center for Parents & Teen Communication has advice on approaching the youths in your life that are effective for many, not just parents.
For strategies on talking with youth when they share their struggles to you click here.
Want advice on how to respond in tough moments? View the Center’s page on how to use “I” statements for conflict resolution.