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.
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.
GET STARTEDMembers 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.
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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
NJ Youth Hotline Number
2NDFLOOR Youth Helpline - Talk or Text | 888-222-2228
Additional Resources
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
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.
Lead U Summer Camp Take Over!
For one week campers will enjoy programming designed to provide resilience, leadership, and mental health support.
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