Resources for Parents

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR THE HPCSD COMMUNITY

• Dutchess County Helpline - call or text (845) 485-9700

• Dutchess County Department of Behavioral & Community Health COVID-19 Fact Sheet

• New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) Emotional Support Line: 1-844-863-9314

• NYS OMH: Feeling Stressed About Coronavirus (COVID-19)? Managing Anxiety in an Anxiety-Provoking Situation

  • Spanish Version

Resources for Parents/families:

• Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource - National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

• Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19

• Countering COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Stigma and Racism: Tips for Parents and Caregivers

• 5 Ways to Help Teens Manage Anxiety About the Coronavirus - NY Times

• Helping Children After Tragic Events: Stop Watching, Start Talking - NYS Department of Health (DOH)

• The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ or call 1-800-273-8255