May is Mental Health Awareness Month!Mental health is essential for overall well-being at every stage of life. Regardless of age, background, or experience, prioritizing mental health strengthens individuals, families, and communities. Join us in recognizing the importance of caring for our mental health this month and all year long!
Take action for Mental HealthLearn how to take action to improve your personal mental health or as part of the larger mental health movement with the Mental Health America Mental Health Month Action Guide. Visit the Wisconsin Office of Children's Mental Health to access youth focused tools and resources for Children's Mental Health Awareness Week, May 4 - 10 (and beyond). Register for one of our Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention trainings and access our Mental-Emotional Wellness resources. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on mental wellness. The Benefits of MembershipBecoming a member of the Wisconsin Out of School Time Alliance is FREE and comes with some benefits. Members will receive discount codes for reduced registration to the Alternative Pathway courses: Introduction to School-Age Care; Guiding Children's Behavior in OST programs; and School-Age Curricular Framework, as well as access to Member Only discussion boards. We would love to have you join us in supporting high quality programs for youth in Wisconsin! Join TodayOST Resource CenterThe Wisconsin Out of School Time Alliance is here to provide supports and resources to YOU and YOUR PROGRAM through our OST Resource Center. The Resource Center contains content on topics such as: Mental and Emotional Wellness; Starting a Program; STEM and more - as well as links to YouTube and Buzzsprout! In addition to content, you can request personalized Technical Assistance using our Request Technical Assistance Form found in Quick Links. We are here to help you - so let's get started! OST Resource Center STEM |
