Colorado Springs School District 11
Family & Community Resources
Support, Information, and Connection
Families do not have to navigate difficult moments alone.
Start here to find D11 services, crisis support, mental health care,
substance-use resources, and trusted community organizations.
Get Help Now
If someone is in immediate danger or experiencing a medical emergency, call 911. For emotional distress, a mental health crisis, or safety concerns, use the options below.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call, text, or chat 988 for free, confidential crisis support.
Visit 988 Lifeline (opens in a new tab)Safe2Tell Colorado
Submit an anonymous safety report online, by app, or by calling 1-877-542-7233.
Contact Safe2Tell (opens in a new tab)Emergency Services
For immediate danger, a life-threatening emergency, or urgent medical help.
Call 911Start Here
These D11 and community services are good first stops when a student or family needs support.
Care Solace
Connect with care navigation support to help locate mental health or substance-use providers that fit your needs.
Find Care (opens in a new tab)Trauma Resources
Find guidance and age-appropriate resources for supporting children and teens after traumatic events.
Explore Trauma ResourcesCommunity Health Center
Learn about health services available through the Community Health Center at Mitchell High School.
View Health CenterSchool Counseling
Connect with D11 school counselors for academic, social-emotional, and postsecondary support.
Visit School CounselingFake & Fatal Conversation
D11's community conversation focuses on counterfeit pills, fentanyl, prevention, and family awareness.
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Future Ready Hub
Explore D11 resources that help students plan for learning, careers, and life after graduation.
Explore Future ReadySubstance Use & Recovery Support
Confidential information, treatment referral, and family support are available. Meeting times and service availability can change, so confirm details directly with each organization.
- SAMHSA National Helpline Free, confidential treatment referral and information for individuals and families facing mental health or substance-use concerns.
- Shatterproof Evidence-based education, treatment guidance, and practical tools for families affected by addiction.
- SMART Recovery Family & Friends Skills-based meetings and resources for people affected by a loved one's addictive behavior.
- Nar-Anon Family Groups Peer support for relatives and friends affected by someone else's addiction.
- Al-Anon & Alateen Support for adults and young people affected by another person's drinking.
- NAMI Family Support Peer-led support and education for family members and friends of people experiencing mental health conditions.
Not Sure Where to Begin?
Use these three steps to choose the right starting point.
STEP 1
Check Immediate Safety
If there is immediate danger, call 911. For crisis support, call or text 988.
STEP 2
Connect Locally
Contact your student's school counselor or use Care Solace to locate care and community support.
STEP 3
Choose Focused Support
Use the resources above for substance use, recovery, trauma, mental health, or family support.
Need Immediate Support?
For immediate danger or a medical emergency, call 911.
For emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health crisis,
call or text 988. Students can also contact a trusted adult or
school staff member when school is in session.