WHAT WE DO

We Support Youth At Risk For Suicide

Second Wind Fund has built an innovative program that matches children and youth, ages 19 and younger, who are at risk for suicide and do not have the means or adequate insurance for necessary mental health treatment, with licensed therapists in their local communities or potentially via teletherapy.

Sometimes even finding the right provider can be a barrier. For children and teens who have Medicaid, CHP+, or private insurance that adequately covers mental health treatment, Second Wind Fund can help narrow down a list of therapists who meet the child or teen’s needs bypassing confusing healthcare systems.

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How Second Wind Fund Works

Referrals are made by youth, parents/guardians, or school mental health staff (School Counselors, Social Workers or Psychologists). We welcome any concern related to the lives of youth.

Obtain a Referral

A youth, parent or guardian, or any other youth-serving professional must submit an online referral.

Get Approved

Once SWF receives a referral, we promptly connect the referral source with a list of local, specialized therapists for the youth to choose from.

Receive Support

We provide navigation assistance to families and community members. Qualified, at risk youth have access to 12 sessions of cost-free therapy with a specialized therapist in their community.