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REMINDER: There will be NO SCHOOL at Linn-Mar on Friday, March 31 or Monday, April 3. 

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Crisis Help

GET HELP

If you or a friend are thinking about suicide, call:

Suicide Prevention Lifeline:  call or text 988

Text: “hope” or “hi” to the number 741741

Foundation 2 Crisis Center: 319-362-2174 or 1-800-332-4224

Iowa Crisis Chat:  www.iowacrisischat.org

 

SUICIDE PREVENTION

If someone you know exhibits signs of suicide:

  • Do not leave the person alone
  • Remove any firearms, alcohol, drugs or sharp objects that could be used in a suicide attempt
  • Call or text the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988
  • Take the person to an emergency room or seek help from a medical or mental health professional

Warning Signs of Suicide:

  • Talking about wanting to die
  • Looking for a way to kill oneself
  • Talking about feeling hopeless or having no purpose
  • Talking about feeling trapped or in unbearable pain
  • Talking about being a burden to others
  • Increasing the use of alcohol or drugs
  • Acting anxious, agitated, or recklessly
  • Sleeping too little or too much
  • Withdrawing or feeling isolated
  • Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
  • Displaying extreme mood swings
  • The more of these signs a person shows, the greater the risk. Warning signs are associated with suicide but may not be what causes a suicide.

Students have been taught to use ACT–

A- Acknowledge

C- Care

T- Tell

Our schools utilize SOS Signs of Suicide Prevention Programs, which is a nationally recognized and evidence-based program to educate youth.  For more information, https://mentalhealthscreening.org/programs/sos-signs-of-suicide.

If in Crisis….

Foundation 2 Crisis Center provides trained, compassionate telephone counselors 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can reach a crisis counselor by calling 319-362-2174 in the Cedar Rapids local calling area or 1-800-332-4224 anywhere else in Iowa. Our crisis center serves the state of Iowa.

Crisis Textline  Text HELLO to 741741

National Youth Crisis Hotline  1-800-442-HOPE (4673)

Waypoint Domestic Abuse/Crisis Line  319-365-1458

Iowa Help Line  1-855-800-1239 or text iowahelpline.org

Iowa Crisis Chat:  www.iowacrisischat.org

Línea de Ayuda en Iowa  En asociación con EMBARC, la Oficina de Asuntos Latinos a establecido la Línea de Ayuda en Iowa.  La línea provee servicios de información, recursos, apoyo, abogacia, manejo de su caso e interpretación en espanol.  Horas de operación:  Lunes – Viernes 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Link to find resources within our community

National Alliance on Mental Illness in Linn County

See Something.  Say Something.

Anyone who notices something suspicious or atypical behavior can report to building administration, school staff, or if necessary, local law enforcement.   We take the safety of our students and staff seriously and therefore we encourage you to reach out if you see something suspicious.  You may also contact our Crisis Manager through email here.

Domestic Violence

Friends of the Family  1-800-410-7233
5250 North Park Place NE, Ste 109  Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Offers safe, emergency shelter options for victims fleeing intimate partner violence. Victims needing safe emergency shelter can call the 24-hour Crisis & Support Line and talk to an Advocate about their situation, discuss options and create a safety plan. Services are free and confidential.

Waypoint Services – 24/7 Support Line: 319-363-2093 or 1-800-208-0388

Waypoint Services has a mission to strengthen and empower individuals who are homeless, living in poverty or victims of domestic violence; and give children access to gaining the essential skills vital to reaching their full potential through quality child care.

Iowa Protective Order Notification for Domestic Abuse (IPONDA) –  1-888-742-8463

IPONDA is a free and confidential telephone service that provides petitioners two important features: information and notification.  IPONDA provides victims of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, and sexual assault access to timely and reliable information about the service status of their protective order or no-contact order.  Victims can receive automated notification 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year by telephone, the Internet, or email. By telephone, victims can always contact a live operator who is trained in victim services by calling 1-888-742-8463.

Horizons Survivors Program – 319-398-3943

The program works with all violent crime victims and survivors of homicide and vehicular homicides. Horizons provides emergency crisis support, criminal justice advocacy, support throughout the investigation, prosecution, and post-sentencing. There do not have to be charges filed to receive services. Horizons has a 24/7 toll-free line: 1-844-454-0961. For more information, call 319-398-3943.

Iowa Victim Information & Notification Everyday (IowaVINE) –

IowaVINE is a free and anonymous telephone service that provides victims of crime two important features: information and notification. Across the state, crime victims and other concerned parties use IowaVINE for access to timely and reliable information about the custody status of an offender. Victims can receive automated notification by telephone, the Internet, or email 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. By telephone, victims can always contact a live operator who is trained in victim services.  To register for IowaVine, use the link provided https://www.vinelink.com/#/home

Registrant Watch

Registrant Watch works by transmitting near real-time information from the Iowa Sex Offender Registry database system to the Registrant Watch Service. Crime victims and other interested parties can access the information visiting the Iowa Sex Offender Registry website any time day or night or calling 515-725-6050. Victims can inquire where a registrant is located, as well as information on other identifying characteristics, and register to receive automated notifications via phone, text or email when this information is updated.

Sexual Assault

Iowa Protective Order Notification for Domestic Abuse (IPONDA) –  1-888-742-8463

IPONDA is a free and confidential telephone service that provides petitioners two important features: information and notification.  IPONDA provides victims of domestic violence, stalking, harassment, and sexual assault access to timely and reliable information about the service status of their protective order or no-contact order.  Victims can receive automated notification 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year by telephone, the Internet, or email. By telephone, victims can always contact a live operator who is trained in victim services by calling 1-888-742-8463.

National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) – 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

Child Protection Center – 319-369-7211

https://www.unitypoint.org/cedarrapids/services-child-protection-center.aspx

Riverview Center 888-557-0310

Riverview Center is available during business hours to provide crisis counseling, discuss services, appointments, and assistance whether it is a survivor’s first time calling or one of many calls during a difficult time.  During the evening and on weekends, the crisis hotline is the best way to get in touch with Riverview Staff if you are in crisis or if an emergency has occurred.

Sex Trafficking

Iowa Helpline at 1-800-770-1650

Text IOWAHELP to 20121

National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 (Report a tip or request services)

Could you be a victim of Human Trafficking?

  • Are you in control of your ID/personal documents?
  • Were you recruited for one job and are doing another?
  • Can you leave if you want?
  • Has anyone threatened to harm you or your family?
  • What are your work and living conditions like?
  • Has someone asked you to engage in inappropriate activities in exchange for anything?

If you or someone you know need help, call the hotline at 1-800-770-1650 to;

  • Get help
  • Find Services
  • Report suspicious activity
  • Learn about your options

Housing/Shelter

Linn County Shelter Line: 319-366-7999 (Leave a voicemail if no answer)
Able to check openings at all shelters in Linn County for available space

Iowa Housing Search  1-877-428-8844
www.iowahousingsearch.org
Iowa Housing Search is a free online resource that allows individuals to search available rental properties in Iowa that fit their specific needs and budget. Results can be filtered based on cost, amenities, number of bedrooms, proximity to public transportation, whether the landlord requires a criminal background check, rental assistance accepted, accessibility features, and more. Individuals seeking housing and service providers can call a toll-free, multilingual call center for assistance with housing searches at 1-877-428-8844. The call center is available Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central Time. Listing information can be provided by phone, email, mail, and fax.

General Info for all Resources
United Way 2-1-1
by phone at 2-1-1, 319-739-4211, or 1-866-469-2211

Victims and Witnesses of Crime
Cedar Valley Friends of the Family – provides safe shelter, confidential services, and housing assistance to individuals in crisis due to homelessness, domestic violence, and sexual assault.
Cedar Valley Friends of the Family 24-hour Crisis Line: 1-800-410-7233 or 319-352-0037

Helpline/Non-Crisis

Iowa Warm Line:

The Warm Line is a peer-run, telephone-based, non-crisis, confidential, listening line for anyone struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues. The Warm Line is staffed by people who have been through a similar journey and are in recovery themselves.

Talk 24 hours/Day: 1-855-800-1239
Chat: IowaHelpline.org
• Text: 855-800-1239

Substance Abuse

Adult Children of Alcoholics Group 319-365-5955
Alcoholics Anonymous/Al-ateen/Al-anon 319-365-5955
Area Substance Abuse Council – ASAC 319-390-4611
COMMIT Smoking Intervention 319-373-2719
Common Road to Recovery 319-432-0919
Iowa Substance Abuse Information Center 319-398-5133
Narcotics Anonymous 319-398-9100
Sedlacek Treatment Center 319-398-6226
St. Lukes Chemical Dependency Services 319-363-4429

Student Assistance Program and Staff

Linn-Mar Student Assistance Program will provide students with prevention, intervention, assistance, counseling, and referral services. Please note that if you or someone you know needs immediate assistance or it is an emergency situation, please use the numbers listed above.

To learn more about the Student Assistance Program and the staff that are assigned to each building, visit the Linn-Mar Student Assistance web page.