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A Letter from OUT MetroWest
Dear friends,
The uncertainty around the COVID-19 pandemic is so hard. Whether you're missing your school routine, worrying about friends, or nervous about the future, you are not alone. While we can't be together in-person, we are doing our best to stay connected with our LGBTQ+ friends and allies via virtual meetings. You'll find links to this week's meetings below, along with some other resources you might find helpful. And thanks to the suggestion of an awesome alum, we've added a meeting this Friday night specifically for WAGLY and Umbrella alums!
We hope you are in a safe place with loved ones and that you'll reach out to us with any questions!
-Julie, Kay, Marie, and Ricky
P.S. New participants are welcome at our virtual youth meetings!
WAGLY - Monday, March 23, 6:45-8:30 p.m.
For LGBTQ+ and allied youth in grades 9-12
Crisis Support
Other Virtual Supports
Virtual Group Therapy for Trans and Gender Expansive Adolescents with Rebecca Minor, LICSW
Email rebecca@rmlicsw.com for more info about rates, insurance, scholarships, etc.
Comprehensive List of LGBTQ+ Youth Resources compiled by the Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth
Other Things to Do
Improve Sex Ed in Massachusetts
Are you a young person who thinks sex education in Massachusetts can and should be better? Is sex ed a topic you feel passionate about? Join a call with Jaclyn Friedman to talk about a project you can join, right now, to make sex ed better for everyone in the future. Email Jaclyn if interested. Text alerts and push notifications
We use the Remind messaging service for occasional updates. We only message rarely for things like location changes, snow days, etc. Youth or guardians can text 81010 with the code for your group(s), or download the Remind app and enter the code if you'd prefer push notifications over text messages. Nexus Code: @nexusout Umbrella Code: @transyouth WAGLY Code: @wagly Drop-in Code: @drop-in
The uncertainty around the COVID-19 pandemic is so hard. Whether you're missing your school routine, worrying about friends, or nervous about the future, you are not alone. While we can't be together in-person, we are doing our best to stay connected with our LGBTQ+ friends and allies via virtual meetings. You'll find links to this week's meetings below, along with some other resources you might find helpful. And thanks to the suggestion of an awesome alum, we've added a meeting this Friday night specifically for WAGLY and Umbrella alums!
We hope you are in a safe place with loved ones and that you'll reach out to us with any questions!
-Julie, Kay, Marie, and Ricky
P.S. New participants are welcome at our virtual youth meetings!
WAGLY - Monday, March 23, 6:45-8:30 p.m.
For LGBTQ+ and allied youth in grades 9-12
- Join our online meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/204303147. You can also call in by dialing 929-205-6099 and entering meeting ID 204-303-147. Nexus - Wednesday, March 25, 6:30-8 p.m. For LGBTQ+ and allied youth in grades 6-8
- Join us online at https://zoom.us/j/396224153. You can also call in by dialing 929-205-6099 and entering meeting ID 396-224-153. Drop-in - Thursday, March 26, 3-6 p.m. For LGBTQ+ and allied youth in grades 6-12
- Join our online meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/572952119. You can also call in by dialing 929-205-6099 and entering meeting ID 572 952 119. Alum Chat - Friday, March 27, 7 to 8:30 p.m. For past participants and advisors from our WAGLY and Umbrella programs
- Join our online meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/552605894. You can also call in by dialing 929-205-6099 and entering meeting ID 552-605-894.
Crisis Support
- Trans Lifeline 24/7 crisis intervention, support, and resources by and for the trans community.
- TrevorText 24/7 crisis intervention for the LGBTQ+ community
Other Virtual Supports
Virtual Group Therapy for Trans and Gender Expansive Adolescents with Rebecca Minor, LICSW
Email rebecca@rmlicsw.com for more info about rates, insurance, scholarships, etc.
Comprehensive List of LGBTQ+ Youth Resources compiled by the Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth
Other Things to Do
Improve Sex Ed in Massachusetts
Are you a young person who thinks sex education in Massachusetts can and should be better? Is sex ed a topic you feel passionate about? Join a call with Jaclyn Friedman to talk about a project you can join, right now, to make sex ed better for everyone in the future. Email Jaclyn if interested. Text alerts and push notifications
We use the Remind messaging service for occasional updates. We only message rarely for things like location changes, snow days, etc. Youth or guardians can text 81010 with the code for your group(s), or download the Remind app and enter the code if you'd prefer push notifications over text messages. Nexus Code: @nexusout Umbrella Code: @transyouth WAGLY Code: @wagly Drop-in Code: @drop-in
General Resources
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COVID-19 and Managing Mental Health
News of a widespread public health concern like COVID-19 (Coronavirus) can cause feelings of uncertainty and anxiety. Many students across the nation are dealing with sudden changes to their regular schedules and some are faced with having to quickly leave their campuses without contingency plans yet in place. These developments can be stressful. At the same time, families and school leaders are working to provide the necessary support to their loved ones and students.
It’s completely expected and appropriate to experience fear during situations like these. It’s also important to know how to manage overwhelming anxiety and keep perspective as the situation unfolds. Here are some resources and tips that may be helpful:
People who already are managing existing mental health conditions should prioritize self-care during difficult times and should contact their clinicians if they have questions or concerns. To reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Text “START” to 741-741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.
It’s completely expected and appropriate to experience fear during situations like these. It’s also important to know how to manage overwhelming anxiety and keep perspective as the situation unfolds. Here are some resources and tips that may be helpful:
- The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has guidance on managing mental health and coping during COVID-19 for children and caregivers, as well as guidance for higher education administrators.
- The Child Mind Institute has published a resource on how to talk to young people about COVID-19.
- The Hope Center has outlined resources for supporting college students during this crisis.
- The American College Health Association has created a guide to help college health staff and campus administrators address COVID-19 on campus.
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has information on travel, media resources, and other research on COVID-19.
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America Psychologist Jelena Kecmanovic provides some science-based strategies and tips for coping with COVID-19 anxiety.
- Safety on campus during the COVID-19 outbreak.
People who already are managing existing mental health conditions should prioritize self-care during difficult times and should contact their clinicians if they have questions or concerns. To reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Text “START” to 741-741 to reach the Crisis Text Line.