Understanding Mental Wellness

The challenges of today’s world not only affect grownups. Everyone, at every age, can experience changes in their Mental Health, especially young people. Supporting them as they grow and face life’s complexities is a top priority.

Mindset Matters: Nurturing Your Mind, Body & Soul

On May 31st join us for an empowering day of learning how to nurture your mind, body and soul. For Ambassadors, Seniors, Cadettes, (5th grade) Juniors, and Caregivers.

GSUSA Mental Wellness Patch Program

The new program reminds you that you’re never alone in facing challenges and further invites you to understand your emotions.

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Mental Wellness Self Guided Program

In this self guided program you will discover and understand your mentalwellness and can earn a patch once completed.

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Members are able to purchase the custom Mental Wellness Awareness patch at both retail stores.

GSJS's Mental Wellness Strategy

At GSJS, we are committed to providing a safe space for all girls,staff, volunteers, parents, and guardians across our council.

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Mental Wellness Adult Training Sessions

This is a free course offered to adult members, volunteers, and troop leaders.

Suicide Interventions | Crisis with Imminent Risk of Harm to Self or Others

Monmouth County

Call 988
- Suicide and Crisis Hotline
- Available 24/7
Hospital Hotlines 24/7
- Monmouth Medical Center | 732-923-6999
- CentraState Medical Center | 732-780-6023
- Jersey Shore University Medical Center | 732-776-4555
- Riverview Medical Center | 732-219-5325

Monmouth County Children & Youth Behavioral Health Resource Guide - Click Here

Ocean County

Call 988
- Suicide and Crisis Hotline
- Available 24/7
Hospital Hotlines 24/7
- RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health Center | 732-914-1688
- Kimball Medical Center | 732-886-4800
- Community Medical Center | 732-886-4474

Ocean County Health Department Adolescent Resource Guide - Click Here

Additional Resources

NJ Youth Hotline Number

2NDFLOOR Youth Helpline - Talk or Text | 888-222-2228

United by Wellness

Crisis – Text MHFA to 741-741

Free 24/7 crisis counseling

https://www.crisistextline.org/

In a crisis? Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a volunteer Crisis Counselor. Free 24/7 support at your fingertips.

Trevor Project

https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

New Jersey Community Resource Center

https://helpnewjersey.findhelp.com/

Find free or reduced cost counseling, education, and more in seconds:

Mental Wellness Survey

Help Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore understand your thoughts about Mental Health and Mental Wellness.

Procedures for a serious accident or crisis:

Call 911 for emergency assistance
Do not disturb the accident scene
If trained, provide care to injured
Report emergency to GSJS: During business hours (Mon-Thurs 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Fri 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.), call the toll-free number, (800) 785-2090.
Do not discuss the incident or make any statements to the media.
Do not surrender permission slips or medical records to the authorities.