General Resource Information

CRISIS

• 800-273-TALK (8255)  or chat here: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/ 

• 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

• https://www.crisistextline.org/  or Text to 741741

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

VETERANS CRISIS LINE 

• Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 

• 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

NATIVE AMERICAN/ INDIAN/ INDIGENOUS PEOPLES CRISIS RESOURCES

• https://www.wernative.org/articles/wanting-to-end-your-life 

• TWITTER: @Center4Native

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

https://bunnyterry.com/gratitude-for-the-darkness-josh-wimberly/?fbclid=IwAR0-l0uqidh5p405Q-eUnKWtaihCrwfi8RotJ4x4OjsI-yisp9KqQ-v0Hqo

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 NON-FL SPECIFIC)

Search engine to locate resources in any zip code: www.findhelp.org

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

https://mytranshealth.com/

National Search engine for Trans Competent Providers. Physical and Mental Health.

No cost or low-cost therapy options

• https://www.freeblacktherapy.org/ 

• 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.) 

  1. • 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/ 

     • https://emotionalppe.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/ 

• https://giveanhour.org/ 

• Self-care support website: https://youfeellikeshit.com/index.html 

• AA and NA support group finder: https://cflintergroup.org/ 

• https://www.crisistextline.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.whatsyourgrief.com

    • www.hellogrief.com (focused on breaking down the culture of avoidance and sharing info and stories)

    • www.modernloss.com 

    • www.opentohope.com

    • www.refugeingrief.com (includes creative writing groups and an e-course)

    • www.webhealing.com 

    • 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 

• https://militaryfamilieslearningnetwork.org/podcast/moneytalk-finding-resiliency-when-life-seems-out-of-control/ 

• 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