Due to the unprecedented times it is more important than ever to take care of our mental health. Children will be looking to adults to help guide them through this confusing and difficult time. Below is some information on how to talk to your child about what COVID-19 is and what is happening around them. It is also very important that us as adults are doing what we need to in order to be mentally healthy. Below are links to helpful resources and phones numbers:
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If you are experiencing a Mental Health Crisis or Emergency, please contact:
Dauphin County Crisis Intervention Services
100 Chestnut St. #1
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717)-232-7511 or 1-(888)-596-4447
Available Hot Line Phone Numbers:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Línea Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio: 1-888-628-9454
Crisis Text Line: Text "PA" to 741-741
Veteran Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
If you were previously receiving ongoing outpatient mental health and/or psychiatric services, contact your provider to continue with these services. Most providers are continuing care virtually.