Jun 25, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care
As part of its efforts to support the behavioral health needs of Massachusetts residents during the COVID-19 pandemic, yesterday, the Baker-Polito Administration announced the availability of a new crisis counseling assistance program. The new program, MassSupport, is...
May 7, 2020 | Community, Mental Health & Self Care
To protect ourselves and others from COVID-19, Massachusetts now requires cloth face coverings be used when outside. But what about children? Read on for answers to some frequently asked questions. American Academy of Pediatrics
Apr 28, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care
Here’s a link to some great tips for helping your children cope with sheltering in place from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Over a quarter of the country is now “sheltering in place” to at least some extent. Most kids are out of school....
Apr 27, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care
To protect ourselves and others from COVID-19, the CDC now recommends cloth face coverings be used when outside. But what about children? Read on for answers to some frequently asked questions. Read all the guidelines here >
Apr 8, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care
Comprehensive, confidential mental health peer support is available to first responders who may be experiencing grief or trauma during the #COVID19 pandemic through the Massachusetts State Peer Support Network. You can learn more here: ow.ly/e6He50z8RUx
Mar 26, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care, Older Adults
During this unprecedented time, it can feel overwhelming to receive constant messages about COVID-19. Please know that we are here for you. Call or text our 24/7 helpline any time at 877-870-4673. #covid19ma
Mar 25, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care, Older Adults
The Mass Department of Public Health houses a “COVID-19 Response Command Center.” This entity offers a statewide resource through Mass 211 called “Call 2 Talk.” Call 2 Talk offers mental health/emotional support, and suicide prevention services for 24/7 confidential...
Mar 18, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care
It is natural to feel stress, anxiety, grief, and worry during and after a disaster. Everyone reacts differently, and your own feelings will change over time. Notice and accept how you feel. Taking care of your emotional health during an emergency will help you think...
Mar 18, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community...
Mar 17, 2020 | Mental Health & Self Care
Find out what information your child is getting. “What they’re hearing may not be factual, so it’s important to know where they’re getting their information,” he said. “Older children are on social media and younger children may be talking about the news with their...
