Children's Brain Health (Mental Health) System
Polk County Health Services partnered with stakeholders, mental health providers, and community leaders creating a system that better meets the needs of children and families. We continue to engage with a broad array of stakeholders, expanding prevention efforts and breaking stigma. Contact us to join our mission.
Children's Brain Health System Resources:
Children's Crisis Services Mental Health System Decision Tree
Children's Mental Health System Social Media Tooklit
Children's Mental Health Services Webinar
Coping for Kids - Happy Grams + Activities
Resources for Schools/Teachers/Students
Mental Fitness Action Plan for Students
Compassion Fatigue Self-Assessment
Cultivating Resilience Webinars - for schools
Bedtime Stress & COVID: 19 Wellness Tools For Kids
Action for Happiness Calendars
Children & Families of Iowa Mental Health Resources
Children & Families of Iowa Teletherapy
Coping for Kids - Happy Grams + Activities
Helping Children Cope with Stress
Slack: Teen platform to connect, lift up, and support other teens in a safe space.
Resources for the Community
8 Mental Health Tips for Parents
Talking to Children About Mental Health
9 Behaviors that Boost Mental Health
Action for Happiness Calendars
Student Mental Health Resources