Mental Health and Well-Being Resources
Right now, with so much news and information circulating over the internet, over text alerts, and personal conversations, we are all feeling the anxiety and the fear of what this situation will look like. I included some kid-friendly videos as well as some local resources with more information if you or a family member is experiencing ongoing stress from Covid-19. Remember it is always ok to ask for help as many of us feel isolated. Reach out to your people. Encourage your kids to reach out to their people. And try to think about who YOU can reach out to who may be afraid to ask for comfort.
Local Resources:
Tri-county Mental Health Services
Mental Health and Wellness Local Resources and Catholic Counselors :
Community Health Resources.
Resources For Immediate Response
Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746. The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) provides crisis counseling and support for anyone in the U.S. experiencing distress or other behavioral health concerns related to any natural or human-caused disaster, including public health emergencies.
Text MHA to 741741 and you’ll be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor. Crisis Text Line provides free, text-based support 24/7.
If you need assistance finding food, paying for housing bills, accessing free childcare, or other essential services, visit 211.org or dial 211 to speak to someone who can help. Run by the United Way.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
For any victims and survivors who need support, call 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-799-7233 for TTY, or if you’re unable to speak safely, you can log onto thehotline.org or text LOVEIS to 22522.
