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Gates Chili High School

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Mental health resources and support

Mental health resources

At Gates Chili, we care deeply about the well-being of our students and families. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and no one should feel like they have to face challenges alone. Whether you're looking for in-school support or outside resources, this page is here to help connect you with the support you need.

🚨 Need Help Now? 🚨
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out immediately:

  • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
    Call or text 988 (available 24/7)
  • Monroe County Crisis Line
    Call (585) 275-5151
  • Mobile Crisis Team (Monroe County)
    Call (585) 529-3721
  • Crisis Text Line
    Text HELLO to 741741
  • 911 Emergency
    Call 911 if there is an immediate threat to yourself or others

🏫 School-based support

Gates Chili students have access to a variety of supports right in their school. If you're struggling, talk to any trusted adult or connect with:

  • Your school counselor
  • School social workers
  • School psychologists
  • Genesee Mental Health Therapist (referral with parent/guardian permission required)
  • Delphi Rise counselor

See a listing of our Student Support Services team on the Meet our team webpage.

🏥 Local mental health services

Below are some trusted local organizations that provide mental health support for students and families:

 

👪 Resources for families and caregivers

These organizations support parents and guardians navigating student mental health:

🌿 Wellness and self-care tools

Looking to support your mental health every day? These tools can help:

  • Apps to Try:
    • Calm – mindfulness and meditation
    • Headspace – guided breathing and stress relief
    • MoodMission – tools to manage anxiety and low mood
  • Daily Self-Care Ideas:
    • Journal your thoughts and feelings
    • Practice deep breathing
    • Get outside and move your body
    • Listen to music that makes you feel good
    • Reach out to someone you trust