Ramsey County Children's Mental Health Collaborative

Navigate Ramsey County Services

Use this chart to figure out who to call for a mental health crisis, emergency, suspected abuse/neglect, caregiver support, coordination, respite, or resources etc. 

Youth Emotions & Behaviors

Review warning signs and intervention strategies. See suicide checklist and interventions for the virtual environment/ "social distancing."

Keeping Youth Safe

Review the risks and "virtual" red flags for abuse/neglect. Get a list of sample questions and ideas to engage youth through telehealth. Find tips to keep kids safe online. 

Child Welfare & Child Protection

Use this chart to learn more about the NEW diversion process of Child Welfare. 

Out of Home Care or Treatment

The labyrinth of transport holds, inpatient admission, consent for treatment, or out-of-home placement can be confusing!  This page offers brief explanations of each. 

Youth Mental Health Crisis/Emergency Guide 

This 6-page guide provides details about the process from crisis to hospital and back home. Suggestions and ideas for each step.

Respite Options

Sometimes a caregiver just needs a break. This page describes the different respite options available in Ramsey County.

Coronavirus CALM 

Use this fillable form to help families create a coronavirus family plan. 

Find Local Resources 

Find local contact information and resources for crisis, hospitalization, mental health agencies, basic needs agencies, and our online family care organizer. 

Crisis Response Training

This training offers an overview of the Ramsey County Crisis Response Team and offers some de-escalation strategies. 

Community Bulletin Boards

Visit this page to find NEW and time-sensitive resources as well as services with no wait times for youth/families.

Also take a look at the columns for Professional Resources & Professional Trainings!