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Helping kids and families cope with immigration-related stress

Kids may hear about ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) through school, media, family, or overheard conversations. They may have personally seen an ICE raid. Or they may have seen someone being taken away unexpectedly, either right in front of them or on a video. This can bring up intense feelings of fear, anger, and confusion. What can help in the moment is calm, caring support from a trusted grown-up. We can help you find the right words to start the conversation.

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Explore more of what BrightLife Kids has to offer

Visit our resources page to find:

  • Bilingual posters and flyers

  • YouTube videos

  • Webinar recordings

  • Campaign assets

A letter from the California State Superintendent

The California Department of Education (CDE), in collaboration with the California Health and Human Services Agency and the Department of Health Care Services, recognizes BrightLife Kids as an essential partner for schools. They not only approve of our program, but also encourage educators to promote our services and incorporate our high-quality behavioral health coaching into their existing wellness supports.

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Get support for a family

When a family could benefit from additional behavioral health support, BrightLife Kids makes it easy for you to offer them help. No cost, ever. No insurance or referral needed. All the support you need.

Refer a family to us! They will be able to access free coaching, caregiver support, digital tools, and care coordination without insurance, referrals, or long waitlists.

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