What can a mental health agency offer to the School or Squad?
Mental heath agencies can assist with crisis response, developing a mental health referral plan, and could provide gatekeeper training. Some agencies have even supplied funding for the Hope Squad program or will send therapists to the schools. Hope Squad recommends and requires that your school be partnered with a local mental health agency.
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How can I find my local mental health agency?
Some school districts may already have a partnership with a mental health agency or are aware of the services provided. We recommend checking with your school district to see what is already in place. If the district does not have a partnership, you ...
What is the Mental Health Referral Form and when should I fill it out?
The Mental Health Referral Form is used to help your school and organization keep track of mental health related situations. The data captured in the Mental Health Referral Forms and the Pre and Post Surveys can be very valuable in helping your ...
Why does Hope Squad require a mental health partnership?
One of the benefits of having a Hope Squad is that the program offers a holistic approach to suicide prevention. Having a successful Hope Squad means getting the community, administration, mental health partners, parents, and faculty/staff involved. ...
How do I Access my School’s Survey and Mental Health Referral Data?
To receive your school's survey data and mental health referral form data, please send an email to support@hopesquad.com with your name, school, what data you are looking for and for what time period. Please allow up to 5 days for our team to return ...
What is Hope Squad?
Hope Squad is a school-based, peer-to-peer suicide prevention program that empowers, trains, and mentors students, who were nominated by their peers, to recognize suicide warning signs and report them to trusted adults. Supported by the community and ...