Family Wellbeing

Centre of Excellence for Mental Health Resources

Foundations for Connecting with Families

This reference document, kindly prepared by Dr. Gerry Weintraub and Dr. Elana Bloom, coordinators of the Center of Excellence for Mental Health, contains suggested "talking points" for reaching out to parents and students in these challenging times. Included are Do’s and Don’ts, and strategies to diffuse anxiety provoking or complex conversations. Here are some suggested ways to engage, provide support, and assess the needs of parents and students. It also suggests services and support they may need.

Return to School Tip Sheet: Parents

This sheet can be sent to parents so they can help their children get ready to return to school.

Harvard Centre for the Developing Child

How to Help Families and Staff Build Resilience During the COVID-19 Outbreak