Hello Families and friends of ARHS,

I hope this message finds you all in good health and spirits, and that all of you can enjoy the holiday break. But, if for any reason you need assistance with a mental health concern or crisis during the break, some services and supports are listed below. Our School Counselors and other members of our Mental Health team will also be on a well-deserved break, and you will most likely not be able to reach any of them for support next week. Please use the resources listed below if you or a loved one is struggling. 

• Community Support Options (CSO) 24/7 Crisis Hotline at 413-586-5555
  https://www.csoinc.org/emergency-crisis-stabilization-services
• Your local Pediatrician’s Office
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA’s) National Helpline is a 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. Tel:1-800-662-4357.
• National Parenting Helpline: 1-855-427-2736 
• National Alliance on Mental Health Helpline: 1-800-950-6264
• Suicide Prevention Helpline: 1-800-273-8255

Take care & Happy Holidays

Talib Sadiq
Principal