Student and Family Support

  • Dear Lake George Students and Families,

    As your LGCSD Counseling Department, we wanted to reach out to provide resources and make sure that you are all aware of available support during this time.

    We recognize that this time can be very stressful for families. While we typically encourage face-to-face communication, we are strongly encouraging students and families to rely on technology and reach out to classmates, teachers, and counselors to support one another. Our goal is to help you stay connected and engaged.

    We also want you all to know that we are here to support you every day. All of us are available during regular office hours via email, Google Hangout, and through our normal office phone extensions (unless otherwise noted). Whether you’re looking for community resources, are in need of support navigating the online education world, or are just looking to connect with a counselor for a quick check-in, we’re here for you.

    We look forward to working together in this new and uncharted territory!

    Please click here for all of our contact information and additional numbers for emergency mental health resources.

     

Crisis Resources

  • New York State Office of Mental Health Crisis Counselors -
    Call: 1-800-273- TALK or text: GOT5 to 741741

     - Are you struggling in the midst of COVID-19? Crisis counselors are still just a phone call or text away.

     

    National Suicide Prevention Lifeline –
    1-800-273-TALK (8255) 

    - If you or someone you know is suicidal or in emotional distress, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Trained crisis workers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Your confidential and toll free call goes to the nearest crisis center in the Lifeline national network. These centers provide crisis counseling and mental health referrals.

     

    SAMHSA’s National Helpline –
    1-800-662-HELP (4357)/ 1-800-487-4889 (TDD)

    - Free and confidential information in English and Spanish for individuals and family members facing substance abuse and mental health issues. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Utilize the Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. 

     

    Mobile Crisis Services: 518-292-5499 

    - Monday-Friday 8am-10pm

    - Saturday/Sunday 11am-7pm 

    - Assists children, adolescents, adults and families to resolve emotional and behavioral health crisis situations. 

     

    Crisis Text Line: text “HOME” to 741741

     

    COVID-19 NYS Hotline 

    1-888-364-3065 

     

    Glens Falls Hospital: COVID-19 Hotline 518-926-HELP (4357) 

     

    Call 211 To Connect for Help 

    Services including food, shelter, domestic safety, childcare, eldercare, substance abuse treatment, mental health services, employment and job training, volunteer opportunities and much more. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in over 200 languages