Family Library

Welcome to our Family Library!

 

Each of the categories below is linked to a collection of written resources such as factsheets, stories, online booklets, and worksheets.

 

We are constantly updating our library and we rely on YOU to make it better!  Please send us helpful information to post. And, please let us know if you find any information that is incorrect or out of date. Thank you!

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Adult Mental Health

 

Self-help for adult mental health & substance use issues, How to talk to your kids about it

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Behavior

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Managing challenging behaviors, MN laws, The teen brain

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Development

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Charts and descriptions of child development by age and stage

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Family Fun

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Delight in your child! Ideas and opportunities to connect with eachother and have fun!

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Juvenile Corrections & Diversion

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What to expect, Courts, How to work with Police

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Physical Health

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Brain food, Food and mood, Activity, Sleep

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Resource Guides

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A collection of local resource guides and the RCCMHC Resource Guide

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Stress & Trauma

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Self-help, Coping, ACEs, Toxic stress, PTSD, Stress management

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Advocacy

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How to be an advocate for your child, Assertive communication, Teach your child to self-advocate

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CPS; Foster Care

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Child Protection, Parent Rights, Visitation,  Foster Care, Indian Child Welfare (ICWA)

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Diagnoses

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Fact sheets on common childhood disorders, Signs and symptoms

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Healthy Homes

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Get organized, Mealtime, Problem solving, SMART goals, Routines, Time management

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Mindful Parenting

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Relax-reflect-respond, How to communicate

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Purpose/Spirituality

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Happiness, Life purpose, Youth strengths, Increase motivation

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Respite & Support

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Building a support system, Formal & informal respite

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Substance Use

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Resources for youth and parents/ caregivers, Co-occurring, and Signs & symptoms

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Basic Needs & Money

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Budgeting, Cheap meals, Housing, Financial help

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Crisis

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Managing a crisis, Crisis Plans, Safety toolkit

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Emotions

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Self-help ideas for dealing with challenging emotions

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Hospitalization

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What to expect, Intensive treatment options

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Over 18/ Transition

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Tips for transition-age youth, Resources and fact sheets for young adults, Leaving Foster Care

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Relationships

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The family system, Siblings, Spouse/partner

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School

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IEPs, 504s, Special Ed, Accommodations, Homework, and How to motivate your child

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Treatment

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Medications, Therapies, Non-traditional therapy, and Treatment settings