Be Well is a non-disciplinary program designed to help and support Saint John’s students in relation to concerns or questions with mental health, substance use, social media, and adolescent issues.

Be Well is designed for students to seek help for themselves, a family member, or a friend.

 

The Be Well Team has been established to offer students support and resources to keep our community safe.  

 

 

Reaching out for help for yourself or others can be difficult, however, there are times when we need to ask for help in order to get the support needed!

 

                

 

THE BE WELL TEAM
Ms. Brenda Hayden, School Counselor (Grades 9-12) 
Mr. Matthew Zaterka, School Counselor (Grades 9-12) 

 

 

Be Well is not a 24-hour emergency hotline. It is managed during regular school hours. If you make a referral you can expect to be contacted during the regular school day within one school day.  

If you are experiencing an emergency situation requiring immediate attention, please contact your parents/guardians, visit your closest Emergency Room, contact your Primary Care Physician or call 911.  

 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Dial 988

24 hours/7 days a Week

National Alcohol/Drug Helpline
Dial 1-800-821-4357.

24 hours/7 days a Week

 

School Counselors, Campus Ministers and other trusted adults are available during school hours; however, if you need help outside of school hours you should call 911 or go to your local emergency room.

Below are numbers and text lines to access during “non emergency” situations. 

MENTAL HEALTH

• UMass Emergency Mental Health- If you or a family/friend are in crisis, call our triage telephone line at 866-549-2142
  
  
• Mass Behavioral Health Help Line - Call or Text 833-773-2445 Help available 24/7
  
  
• NAMI- National Alliance on Mental Illness: Helpline 800-950-NAMI (6264)
  
  
• SAMSHA- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services 800-662-HELP (4357)