· Mental Health Hotline: 866-202-4357

· NJ Hopeline (Peer Support & Suicide Prevention Hotline): 1-855-654-6735

· NJ VET2VET: 1-866-838-7654 (Peer hotline for veterans)

· Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline: 1-877-NJ-ABUSE (1-877-652-2873)

· Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-572-SAFE (1-800-572-7233)

·Family Helpline: 1-800-THE-KIDS (1-800-843-5437)

Monday Night Virtual Support Group: program for ages 10-17; and parents/guardians - Comfort Zone CampMonday Evening Virtual Program for campers ages 10 - 17, (18 if still in high school) who have experienced the death of a parent, guardian, sibling, other relative, or friend. Program will meet four consecutive Mondays (November 13, November 20, November 27, and December 4) from 7:00pm - 8:15pm EST via Zoom. An optional separate parent/guardian group will take place simultaneously for those whose children are participating.

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Nearly 1 in 5 US adults have been diagnosed with depression and the prevalence varies dramatically by state, CDC report finds | CNNThe proportion of US adults who have ever been diagnosed with depression ranges greatly depending on where they live.

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Snap! 12 classic card games to teach the kidsWith our guide to simple family card games, your gang will be shuffling, dealing and tallying scores in minutes flat!

Actor Josh Gad Is Reading Books to Kids Online Every Night During Coronavirus QuarantinesActor Josh Gad Is Reading Books to Kids Online Every Night During Coronavirus Quarantines. Grab the tissues! Josh Gad has decided to read children's books

Stuck at Home? You Can Visit These World-Famous Sites From Your Couch For FreeTour Buckingham Palace, swim through the Great Barrier Reef, take in a Broadway show and so much more with the click of a mouse

Mo Willems Is Hosting A Livestream Doodle Starting TodayYes! Said every parent of littles everywhere.

Getting Bored? Here's A List Of Free Things That Weren't Free Before CoronavirusFrom Broadway plays to playwrights giving writing lessons to online courses from Ivy League schools, here's a look at some things (but not everything!) that have suddenly become free.

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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the U.S.View the number of confirmed cases COVID-19 in the United States.

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COVID-19: Mental Health Support is Available — Talk to Professionals for Free | Morris County, NJDon't Go It Alone! The stress of dealing with the COVID-19 crisis, whether it be medical, economic, or familial, is taking a toll on the mental health of many Morris County residents. Mental heal

Kids and That Virus – COVID-19, by Lisa G. Hahn, Ph.D., ABBPAs COVID-19 sweeps across the nation, we are all in the different stages of quarantine. Some regions of the United States embarked on this new lifestyle several weeks ago and others, specifically New Jersey and the metro area, are just beginning this adventure. We are in an unprecedented time without known rules or procedures while…

Supporting Families During COVID-19 | Child Mind InstituteOur clinical and supportive resources include: Facebook Live video chats with expert clinicians (10am and 8pm) Remote evaluations and telemedicine Flat-fee phone consultations for problem behavior Comprehensive resources for parents on coronavirus topics And Today’s Daily Tip: HOW TO MAKE HOME FEEL SAFE View this post on Instagram A post shared by Child …

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Social distancing: Six virtual tours you can take if you’re stuck at homeWith many public spaces closing and events canceled, many entities have taken it upon themselves to offer free virtual tours of their facilities.

Try these virtual field trips and classes for educational fun at homeSocial distancing doesn't have to mean boredom.

How to Stay Physically and Mentally Healthy While Stuck at HomeTIME's guide to eating right, working out and de-stressing during the outbreak

The Science of Well-Being | CourseraLearn The Science of Well-Being from Yale University. In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos ...

Tips to Help Children (By Age Group) and Families Cope with COVID-19 |Is worry over COVID-19 affecting your children? NewBridge Services shares behaviors to be on the lookout for, by age group, and ways you can help kids cope.

Coping with Stress of COVID-19 Pandemic: Tips to Help Yourself/Others |Protecting mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic is crucial, and NewBridge Services offers tips to deal with the stress and help others.

Anxiety and Coping With the Coronavirus | Child Mind InstituteTips to help parents cope with anxiety during coronavirus.

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HomeFamily PArtners of Morris & Sussex Counties provides support education and advocacy to families with children with mental health, emotional, behavioral challenges, developmental disabilities or juvenile justice or substance use challenges.

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How to Help Your Kids Handle Disappointment | Child Mind InstituteThe coronavirus crisis has many kids grappling with the loss of important events, from sports playoffs to family vacations. Here's how to support them.

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