MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

The outbreak of COVID – 19 maybe stressful for some people and different communities. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. This is normal! Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations.

If you or someone you know needs to talk with someone, here are some helpful resources:

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 1-800-273-8255

• COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line - 833-251-7544

• Domestic Violence Hotline - 800-799-7233

• National Sexual Assault - 800-656-4673

• North Texas Behavioral Health Authority - 214-366-9407

• National Parent Helpline - 855-427-2736

• Aunt Bertha – a web based search engine to connect with counseling, food, medical and other social services (sister site of DCCCD My Community resource)

• Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741

• Crisis Text Line - Special keyword for students of color - Text STEVE to 741741