Westerly High School
Mental Health Resources
Scott Simone: School Psychologist - office in guidance suite - 401-315-1569
Kendra Racine: School Social Worker - office in guidance suite - 401-315-1577
Erin Unkuri: School Social Worker - 401-315-1574
Jodi Perrin: School Nurse - located on first floor Ward Building - 401-315-1538
Jodi Waranis: Student Assistance Counselor - office in guidance suite - 401-315-1570
Ryan Algiere: School Resource Officer - located on first floor in Dean’s Office - 401-315-1536
Community Resources
Kids’ Link RI (855) 543-5465, 24/7 For Students Under 18
A confidential program offered in collaboration with Gateway Healthcare, Lifespan, Hasbro Children's Hospital and Bradley Hospital, Kids’ Link RI helps children and youth in need of mental health services and refers them to treatment providers.
BH Link Hotline (401) 414-5465, 24/7 For People Over 18
A one-stop, statewide call-in center that connects people to appropriate care and resources, when they or someone they care about is experiencing a behavioral healthcare crisis.
Wood River Health Services - 401-539-2461
Gateway Healthcare - 401-364-7705
Teen Talk Thursdays Sponsored by the Samaritans of RI (401) 272-4044
Every Thursday from 6 to 9 pm; www.samaritansri.org. This confidential hotline/listening line helps callers of all ages who are hopeless, alone, suicidal or seeking info to help a family member or friend.
Youth Pride, Inc. (401) 421-5626
Dedicated to meeting the unique needs of youth and young adults impacted by sexual orientation and gender identity/expression while working to end the homophobic and transphobic environments in which they live, work and play. Mental health resources are available on their website HERE.
National Hotlines and Information
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 988 call or text - website: 988lifeline.org
We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
Crisis Text Line - Text 741741 or visit crisistextline.org to connect with a trained Crisis Counselor.
Free, 24/7, high-quality text based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
SAMHSA’s National Helpline (800) 662-HELP (4357), 24/7
The helpline is a confidential, free information service, in English and Spanish for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.
Trevor Project - Call (866) 488-7386 or visit thetrevorproject.org, 24/7
The Trevor Project provides nationwide, around-the-clock crisis and suicide prevention helpline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth.
Say Something (844) 572-9669
Anonymous Reporting System enables students to anonymously report an issue 24/7 through an app, hotline, or website when they see a classmate who is at risk of harming themselves or others.