How To Become a Vaccine Volunteer
As the COVID-19 vaccine becomes more widely available, the state of California needs volunteers to help with vaccine distribution. If you are over the age of 18 and want to …
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Crisis Directory
If you’re in crisis and need help or support, see the resources below. Suicide Prevention Hotline Call: 800-273-8255 Suicidepreventionlifeline.org Teen Crisis Hotline Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis …
Should you be double-masking?
Maybe you’ve heard about the “double-masking” strategy to protect against new coronavirus variants and are wondering if you should give it a try. Here’s the basic idea behind the strategy: …
Directing Change Winner Announcement
Congratulations to the Directing Change Winners! The Directing Change Program and Film Contest engage students and young people throughout California to learn about the topics of suicide prevention and mental …
The Mask Genius – Youth Created App
Want to learn more about different types of masks and their effectiveness? Check out the new Mask Genius app developed by San Mateo youth, Alison Soong, and brought to you …
CA Notify App
Last week Governor Newsom announced the statewide launch of a smartphone app that notifies users when they have been exposed to other users who have tested positive for COVID-19. The …
Coping with Differing Opinions on COVID-19 Safety
As COVID continues, so does our exposure to misinformation and varying opinions on the virus, even within our own families. Differing opinions among family members and friends can cause added …
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Tools for Positive Thinking
By Brandi Bellamy, AMFT, PPS With all that is happening in the world, it is easy to fall into a negative mindset. Not to mention the general pressure of transitioning …
COVID-19: Myths Vs. Facts
Get the facts! Rumors about coronavirus are spreading, but knowing the facts can help protect you and your community. Myths like “the cold weather will kill the virus” or “masks …
Opinion: Students Need Support Online, Too
By Smitha Gundavajhala, Program Coordinator at the Youth Leadership Institute. When we started writing this piece, it was about mental health supports in high schools. However, since many young people …