Welcome to TeenLink Hawaii

TeenLink Hawaii (TLH) is a youth empowerment, outreach, and education program that provides information and referral services for teens in Hawaii.

Maui Strong

There is so much devastation and sorrow yet so much aloha and love that is being shared. We want to share these resources to assist people who need help and for it to be shared with others. We know everyone needs more love and support right now while dealing with this devastation. Please take care of yourselves, your family, and loved ones. Check out these great resources from Hawai`i CARES 988 and Hawai`i Afterschool Alliance.

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This post was made in collaboration with @gbcserteenshi — it’s important to protect your hearing so check out these facts and tips about hearing health. Thank you @gbcserteenshi for your thoughtful research and advice!
It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month! It’s important to take care of your oral health — make sure to go to your dentist twice a year for your cleanings! Swipe for some stats about oral health in Hawaii too 🦷🪥 #teenl
Learning terms and definitions, this post regarding the topic of Sexual Identity, is one step in being a better ally! Check out our last post as well, about Gender Identity, to learn even more 🏳️‍🌈 #lgbtq #teenlinkhawaii
Learn more about how to be a better ally by educating yourself on topics such as terms and definitions regarding Gender Identity 🏳️‍🌈 #lgbt #lgbtq🌈 #teenlinkhawaii #gender
Birth control methods and contraception are an important part of sexual education and what to know as a young adult. Read more here! All information is sourced from Planned Parenthood. #teenlinkhawaii #plannedparenthood #birthcontrol
It’s currently college application season, so here’s a quick guide on the Common Application, something you’ll most likely be using if you’re a high school senior this year 🎓✍️🏫 #teenlinkhawaii #commonapp #college
Hi everyone! Please consider taking our short, easy survey to help us gather helpful information to serve you 💻 Link is in our bio 🔗 #teenlinkhawaii #survey
Check out this amazing 30 Day Stress Plan that can help you do something small everyday that will relieve stress and increase productivity! This post was created by Kylie and Azriel from Kalani High School, Grade 9. #teenlinkhawaii #stress #stre

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and Hawaii CARES join to provide 24/7 helpline

Call 988 or Hawaii CARES to access compassionate care and support for anyone experiencing mental health-related distress
or worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.

 
 

Visit our Healthcare page!

This video from the Hawaii State Department of Health and Pacific Basin Telehealth Resource Center will provide information on what to expect from a telehealth visit from home.

No Shame Get Help: A Mental Health Resource

 
 

No Shame Get Help is a mental health resource website and program under Mental Health America of Hawaii. It provides useful advice, direction, and help for you, whether you’re in a crisis, need general help for yourself, or need help for someone else. They provide resources on Self Care, Creating a Safety Plan, Warning Signs, Finding Help, What to do After a Suicide Attempt, and more. You can even take a Mental Health Screening on their website! We highly recommend checking this space out!

Learn more about mental health on our Mental Health Page!

Visit our COVID-19 Vaccine pages!

 
 

Most Of Us Wait ’Til 21

 
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TAP808
TAP808

From the Tap808 website:

“TAP808 provides outreach education and workshops about teen dating violence, healthy relationships, and community intervention strategies. TAP808 also provides individualized advocacy support for teens and young adults experiencing dating violence.

We serve anyone in Hawai'i between the ages of 12 and 21, who is experiencing, at risk for, or has been affected by dating violence.”

IM SO HI
IM SO HI

IM SO HI Above the Influence is a project of Coalition for a Drug-Free Hawaii in partnership with Kapolei High School and E Ola Pono Ma Kapolei. The project is led by a Youth Team consisting of Kapolei High School students in grades 9 - 12. The campaign slogan IM SO HI Above the Influence, created by the Youth Team ten years ago, promotes the message of being proud to be alcohol, tobacco and drug-free.

Wait21
Wait21

Our friends over at Wait21 are on a mission to spread awareness about the risks of addiction in high school. Choosing to wait until 21 reduces your risk for addiction by 90%.