Washoe Schools Expand Mental Health Support

Tom Darby

Reno, Nev. — Students, families, and staff across the Washoe County School District now have expanded access to mental health and substance use support through a new partnership funded by the city of Reno.

WCSD has partnered with Care Solace, a no-cost service that helps individuals quickly connect with mental health providers and community-based resources. The service is now available district-wide to students, staff, and their families.

District officials say the service plays a critical role in supporting student success by addressing mental health needs early. Care Solace does not provide therapy directly, but trained care coordinators work one-on-one with individuals to identify appropriate providers based on factors such as insurance, location, language preferences, and personal circumstances.

The City of Reno’s Opioid Recovery Special Revenue Fund is being used to fund the program. The Reno City Council recently approved $90,000 for Care Solace as part of nearly $1 million in opioid remediation investments aimed at strengthening behavioral health services and care coordination across the city.