Some Resource Links / Things Available during COVID 19 watch
I am reaching out regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and passing along some resources I have compiled, with help from other therapists in my online communities. I hope it’s helpful for this time of uncertainty and while some of you have had changes to your work and home schedule, as schools have closed. Here are some ideas, entered under a few different categories:
ENTERTAINING [AND EDUCATING] YOUR CHILDREN
Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions due to School Closings (Updated) : Amazing Educational Resources
and http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/
Scholastic releases free daily courses for kids at home for COVID-19 school closures https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html
These 12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours You Can Take on Your Couch (Video) https://www.travelandleisure.com/attractions/museums-galleries/museums-with-virtual-tours?fbclid=IwAR06OJxuiCpk9TtOVcTB4268VkDmTHXlX2CJ43rKCHw6upXzxPNfyIFYenI
FREE SCHOOL LUNCHES FOR SACRAMENTO-AREA CHILDREN
School lunches (and some breakfasts) still being provided during school closures. Monday through Friday for any child, 18 years and younger, regardless of free or reduced eligibility or school of attendance. However, children must be present in order for meals to be provided. Most districts say meals will be served midday. The drive-through meal service will be present in the parking lot or bus lane at each school. Here are the schools participating and their addresses: https://www.sacbee.com/news/coronavirus/article241200631.html?intcid=connatix
TRYING SOMETHING NEW FOR YOURSELF
Yogis Anonymous is allowing one month free of online yoga if you use the coupon code: stayhealthy. No credit card required for the trial either! https://yogisanonymous.com/
These 12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours You Can Take on Your Couch (Video) https://www.travelandleisure.com/attractions/museums-galleries/museums-with-virtual-tours?fbclid=IwAR06OJxuiCpk9TtOVcTB4268VkDmTHXlX2CJ43rKCHw6upXzxPNfyIFYenI
MANAGING YOUR OWN STRESS
Ways to take care of mental health in times of uncertainty:
https://afsp.org/taking-care-of-your-mental-health-in-the-face-of-uncertainty/?fbclid=IwAR0yD_hlfVAjMXYOvzGoj1ifgPb_zrVN4zyH5wYGeW2GOhogAFRqyKpWwWU
Tips to Settle Coronavirus Anxiety: https://www.mindfullivingcounselingservices.com/blog/2020/3/13/coping-with-coronavirus-anxiety?fbclid=IwAR0ZU7IVQq_6VjJZArW-1sYzedQ8H_-UbjGXhws5-tCxYTNW_5iBbzdpkWI
Coping with Stress During Infections Disease Outbreaks https://store.samhsa.gov/system/files/sma14-4885.pdf?fbclid=IwAR0CraNDi4ZAk-EG1K2j1gRkMXcS594BO3FWz2cSIXGbVwfY4s6sg72L3zM
Aunt Bertha helps people in need find social services in their area. A free-to-use online platform that makes it easy for anyone in the US to find and access various social services. Search by zip code. https://www.auntbertha.com/?fbclid=IwAR2RwOPw8e04wJA6O-sVWQ5VXL7nerfQoPQmmE5RIeRCIql3EPtpXCiKboM
Yogis Anonymous is allowing one month free of online yoga if you use the coupon code: stayhealthy. No credit card required for the trial either! https://yogisanonymous.com/
HELPING OUT OTHERS
If you have friends or family out of the area that you’re concerned about, one possible resource is Aunt Bertha. Aunt Bertha helps people in need find social services in their area. A free-to-use online platform that makes it easy for anyone in the US to find and access various social services. Search by zip code. https://www.auntbertha.com/?fbclid=IwAR2RwOPw8e04wJA6O-sVWQ5VXL7nerfQoPQmmE5RIeRCIql3EPtpXCiKboM
Next Door. Check out your NextDoor app to stay connected to your local community and help others in need – you may have a local senior citizen or parent of young children or person quarantining in need of something you can provide (running an errand, dropping off toilet paper, babysitting shares, etc). If you’re not already familiar with it/ connected, enter in your zipcode to join your neighborhood at www.nextdoor.com
THERAPY
This is a time of high stress, uncertainty, anxiety, and isolation. At the time of this posting, I am continuing to provide therapy sessions, whether that be in person at my office or via telehealth (phone or video chat). (Those options will vary in line with CDC, CAMFT, and CA Governor’s recommendations and mandates). I will go to all teletherapy when it is warranted. If you would like to connect to make an appointment, please contact me at www.hopeintherapy.com or (916) 764-8360.
