DASD Counseling Resources
Hello Dover families! We are so happy to be able to bring resources to you and your children. Please know that we recognize, and are experiencing along with you, the challenges of balancing all of the roles we are currently facing as parents. We are all still available and privileged to provide any support we can to ease the circumstances.
2021 April How to Talk to your Children about Mental Health.pdf2021 January How to know if Your Child Needs Therapy.pdfSeptember Helping Kids Conquer Anxiety.pdf
Social Work staff are also available throughout the district to offer tele-counseling services, referrals to community resources, parenting support, and assistance with crisis intervention.
Kirsten Johnson, LCSW
kjohnson@doversd.org
Nicole Assi, LSW
nassi@doversd.orgCrisis Information
Crisis Text Line: Text PA to 741-741
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
TrueNorth Wellness Crisis Intervention (UPMC Memorial Hospital): 717-632-4900
Wellspan Crisis Intervention (York Hospital & Edgar Square): 717-851-5320 or 1-800-673-2496
Childline - Child Abuse Hotline - 1-800-932-0313
The Department of Human Services (DHS) announced the launch of a statewide Support & Referral Helpline staffed by skilled and compassionate staff who will be available 24/7 to assist Pennsylvanians struggling with anxiety and other challenging emotions due to the COVID-19 emergency and refer them to community-based resources that can further help to meet individual needs.
The toll-free, round-the-clock support line is officially operational. The number to call is 1-855-284-2494. For TTY, dial 724-631-5600.