Welcome to the Healing Hub

Most people experience a traumatic or stressful event at some point in their lives. These events create emotional distress that warrants healthy coping strategies such as self-care and identifying support systems. The resources that you will find here are a guide to facing life’s challenges and adversities.

Warning signs of stress are normal, short-term reactions to life’s unexpected challenges. However, it is important to recognize when you or others experience emotional distress that is persistent and becomes difficult to manage. If you are seeking assistance with accessing support for yourself or a friend, please complete this request for support form. If you have reason to believe your children are struggling emotionally, please let us know and be sure they seek support by telling their counselor, teacher or another trusted adult.

Sometimes help can’t wait. If you or someone you know is in danger or having a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

Resources

Social Emotional Support

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is an integral part of education and human development. SEL is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions.

Request for Support

"You are not Alone" - Request for Support

Our school community cares deeply about the well-being of every student and family. If you or your child could benefit from additional mental health support, we request you complete the link below. Reaching out is a sign of strength, we are here to guide, and connect you with appropriate resources. All requests are handled with care and confidentiality.

Click here

Grief Support

When we experience a significant loss of someone or something, our reaction, or grief, can reach into every part of our lives. Our emotions, thoughts, beliefs, physical sensations, and behaviors might all be affected. Loss can shift how we see ourselves and the world around us. It often takes time, patience, and support to navigate its impact.

Letter to the Community on the Conflict in the Middle East
Letter to the Community on Gun Violence

Letter to the Community on the Conflict in the Middle East

Letter to the Community on Gun Violence

Information on Immigration for Parents and Schools

Paterson Public Schools has always been a place where students from all backgrounds feel welcome and valued. We believe that every child deserves a safe and supportive learning environment where they can thrive, regardless of their immigration status.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.

Call or text: 988
Chat: 988lifeline.org

You’ll be able to speak with a trained crisis counselor any time of day or night.

Visit Lifeline Website

Family and Community Resources

Resources for family and community including doctors, crisis lifelines, and mental health.