Blogs

Reducing Mental Health Stigma for Students and Children | Mental Health Matter: A podcast with LeeAnn Trotter, Katie Conklin, and Candice Florance

Making mental health education a priority in schools isn’t just a good idea; it’s essential. This podcast episode focuses on the effectiveness of Erika’s...

Read More

Building a Foundation of Hope: How Schools Support Student Mental Health

When a child struggles to read, we provide a reading specialist. When a student has a fever, we send them to the school nurse. We instinctively understand that for...

Read More

Make-a-Will Month: A Legacy of Hope for Youth Mental Health

August is Make-a-Will Month—a time dedicated to the powerful act of planning for the future. While it may not be a topic we discuss every day, creating a will is...

Read More

Erika’s Lighthouse Announces Inaugural Award Recipients

2024-25 Peggy Kubert Model Schools for Mental Health Excellence Erika’s Lighthouse is thrilled to recognize its first cohort of Peggy Kubert Model...

Read More

Introducing Beacons of Hope

Join an exclusive community shining a light on youth mental health. At Erika’s Lighthouse, we are dedicated to ensuring every student has the...

Read More

2024 Annual Report Snapshot

FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRETOR Dear Friends, At Erika’s Lighthouse, we believe every student should have the knowledge and tools they need to care for their mental...

Read More

The Cost of Spring Break: Alcohol, Risky Behavior, and Traffic Safety Concerns for Students

The Cost of Spring Break: Alcohol, Risky Behavior, and Traffic Safety Concerns for Students By: Blossom Thao (Maine State Coordinator for SADD) Spring break is all...

Read More

Mental Health Crisis

If you are experiencing mental distress or having a mental health crisis, please talk to a trusted adult or call 988.

Read More

Suicide

If you are thinking about suicide and experiencing suicidal thoughts or ideation - seek help immediately! Go to an emergency room or dial 911.

Read More