General Resource Information
CRISIS
988 any time day or night
800-273-TALK (8255) or chat here: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/
https://www.crisistextline.org/ or Text to 741741
Dial 911 for emergency medical assistance
Dial 211 in central or south FL for the United Way's helpline to speak with a trained counselor
AYUDA EN ESPAÑOL
1-888-628-9454 o aqui: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/en-espanol/
HELP FOR DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING
Online chat – https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/
Video relay Service – Dial 800-273-8255
TTY – Dial 800-799-4889
Voice/Caption Phone – Dial 800-273-8255
https://www.crisistextline.org/ or Text to 741741
VETERANS CRISIS LINE
Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or 988
Text with a Veterans Crisis Line responder – Send a text message to 838255
Online chat with a Veterans Crisis Line responder – https://www.veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat
LGBTQ CRISIS LINE
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/help-yourself/lgbtq/ OR 1-800-273-8255
https://www.crisistextline.org/ or Text to 741741
Trevor Project
NATIVE AMERICAN/ INDIAN/ INDIGENOUS PEOPLES CRISIS RESOURCES
TWITTER: @Center4Native
Please see the Indigenous page on this site for resources.
ADVANCING EQUITY IN COMMUNITY
This resource was created by a group of community leaders, with more than 300 partnerships nationwide. The focus is on meaningfully creating equitable partnerships with a wide range of diverse communities. The website links to a video series on YouTube, and includes a downloadable Guide with additional materials. The resource library has dozens of templates and customizable resources that you can use in your own communities.
www.advancinghealthequity.nnphi.org
The playlist of videos can be found here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLB4DA1PlZIqbG7EqASSNTLzDwZ964Azi9&si=ToQFBsqYDkvoqKiI
In dark times, it is sometimes hard to stay positive- here is a podcast on just that topic:
Josh Wimberly on Being Grateful for the Darkness
Resource Hub about vaccines for COVID19
Here is a Resource Hub put together by the CDC and collaborating organizations across the country. This Resource Hub includes fact sheet in a dozen languages, graphic flyers, audio messages, and toolkit materials. https://vaccineresourcehub.org
Here is an up to date page with answers to some recent (2022) questions about COVID19: https://publichealthcollaborative.org/faq/
Here is an interesting page about legal issues and public health authority
Resource Guide for Protecting Public Health Authority
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Zc4p7V3IRoUg9RkV3L5r0ghc8e7f5LZm/mobilebasic
SUPPORT RESOURCES (NATIONAL or not state SPECIFIC)
Are you a Trans or non-binary person looking for welcoming healthcare providers?
Try searching here: https://lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org
For Trans Competent Health and mental health providers
My Trans Health
National Search engine for Trans Competent Providers. Physical and Mental Health.
No cost or low-cost therapy options
BIPOC Therapy fund: www.mentalhealthliberation.org/bipoc-therapy-fund
Lotus therapy fund- making psychotherapy as approachable as possible to the Asian community- www.asianmhc.org
Are you a frontline worker seeking therapy support? (Eligibility is defined as anyone providing services of any kind to those who may have COVID -this includes first responders, healthcare workers, also administrative staff- e.g. check in/reception, cleaners, cafeteria workers, etc.)
Therapy Aid Coalition (previously Project Parachute) matches people to individual therapist and groups in their state who are donating their time to offer free services. https://therapyaid.org/
New Yorkers can call the COVID-19 Emotional Support Hotline at 1-844-863-9314 for mental health counseling.
Open Path Collective: https://openpathcollective.org/open-path-staff/
Self-care support website: https://youfeellikeshit.com/index.html
AA and NA support group finder: https://cflintergroup.org/
Camaraderie Foundation is a good resource for funding for therapy: https://camaraderiefoundation.org/
Housing
Affordable Housing Resources and policy information for low income households in the US, including info on eviction suspensions by state, stimulus payment updates, housing waiting list updates, HUD and USDA emergency resources, and Q&A about impact of coronavirus on life issues: https://affordablehousingonline.com/coronavirus-resources-for-low-income-households?trackcmp_email=paul.tarnowski@lsfnet.org&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=%F0%9F%8F%A0+5+New+Affordable+Housing+Wait+List+Options&utm_campaign=Monday+Broadcast+%2804%2F13%2F20%29
If you are a health care provider and find that you need a place to stay, either for separation from your family for protection or due to traveling for work, you can find RVs on offer for any healthcare provider at this facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/rvs4mds/
Other resource lists
AARP has a page of great resources: https://states.aarp.org/florida/health-food-help-coronavirus-covid-19-florida
Gerontological Society resource page: https://www.geron.org/programs-services/covid-19-updates
For long term care settings: the John A Hartford Foundation has a site with awesome resources and info: https://www.johnahartford.org/dissemination-center/view/nursing-home-long-term-care-resources?utm_source=E-News&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=April%20E-News
For social workers working in NH settings- this website is under construction: https://clas.uiowa.edu/socialwork/nursing-home/national-nursing-home-social-work-network [Tip sheets, templates for dialogue, and resources will continue to be added as they are vetted.]
Healthcare
VETERANS: The VA has announced that they will see and treat you for any health concern, even if you are not yet enrolled in VA health care, so if you need medical care, contact your local VA or CBOC. You can find out more and see the Executive's announcement here: va.gov/coronavirus
Low cost drug options - https://costplusdrugs.com
Low cost drug options- https://www.medaffordglobal.com/index.aspx
Amazon Pharmacy (free shipping if you are a Prime member)
CDC Resource Hub for COVID19
Here is a Resource Hub put together by the CDC and collaborating organizations across the country. This Resource Hub includes fact sheet in a dozen languages, graphic flyers, audio messages, and toolkit materials.
https://vaccineresourcehub.org
Self-care and stress management
Self care during the pandemic, from NASW, with both helpful and entertaining links: https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Infectious-Diseases/Coronavirus/Self-Care-During-the-Coronavirus-Pandemic
Need a break? Try one of these: https://www.engagementactivities.com/
Managing Stress Associated with the COVID-19 Virus Outbreak https://adaa.org/sites/default/filesNational%20Center%20for%20PTSD%20COVID19%20Managing%20Stress%2003062020.pdf
Grief resources
Grief is a process that can come in waves. In this unusual time, we are finding ourselves experiencing new requirements and limitations on how we grieve together, and how we recognize losses. Here are some resources that you might wish to explore (thank you to the Orlando VA for sharing this list):
www.hellogrief.com (focused on breaking down the culture of avoidance and sharing info and stories)
www.refugeingrief.com (includes creative writing groups and an e-course)
www.thedinnerparty.org (a community of mostly 20-30 somethings who get together over potluck dinners to discuss the ways grief continues to affect life and how to thrive.
www.griefshare.org (global network of support groups)
www.onlinegriefsupport (includes some workbook materials)
www.griefnet.org (community of people dealing with major loss)
www.taps.org (grief support for loved ones grieving a loss of someone who served in the uniformed services)
www.moderwidowsclub.com (loss of a spouse/partner; focused on empowerment and resilience)
JOBS
The VA is seeking additional housekeeping staff at all locations, and is seeking to re-hire retired clinical and nursing staff. Go to vacareers.va.gov to apply
A number of organizations are hiring, including Amazon, Instacart, Grubhub, and Publix
Financial
Assistance for restaurant workers and other gig workers: ofwemergencyfund.org (website also available in Spanish)
Check out this guide to supporting artists and performers during this crisis: https://brokeassstuart.com/2020/03/13/how-to-support-artists-performers-and-service-industry-folks-during-coronavirus/?fbclid=IwAR3ZtnxsNNkVjMLG4L-DxGmHF_nJ_-8OS5CEpXqNOv28dij62ocrekLHWV4
Low cost drug options - https://costplusdrugs.com