Ways to Decrease Stress
I hope the below resources are helpful to you. Thank you to all those that have shared resources.
Free Ideas:
*Take a walk and enjoy Nature, it reduces stress
*Spend time with those in your home and reach out virtually to others
*Remember you can usually get free digital books/ audio books through your library.
*There are many free podcasts also to occupy your time.
*Have extra time-take a free online course (see below)
*Many gyms & Fitness Centers have free virtual classes right now
Combat Anxiety and Isolation:
Anxiety & Pain
Meditations and Coping (free and free trials)
Oprah & Deepak 21-Day Meditation Experience
Ten Percent Happier (Free for Healthcare workers)
Headspace (Free for Healthcare workers)
Kids
Free Online Educational Classes
26 Graphic Design Resources to Engage Kids
https://www.extension.harvard.edu/open-learning-inian also search for free online classes/courses for more.
Free Online Fitness Classes
Emergency Resources
Need Help? Know Someone Who Does?
Contact the Disaster Distress Helpline
- Call 1-800-985-5990
Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline external icon
Call 1-800-799-7233 and TTY 1-800-787-3224
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
North Carolina
Go to your local Emergency Department or call your local 9-1-1emergency services.
24/7 Behavioral Health Help Line Carolinas Health Care system at 704-444-2400 or 800-418-2065
Mecklenburg County Crisis (CriSyS) Hotline: 704-566-3410
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 1-800-273-8255
Text "CONNECT" to 741741 Free 24/7, Confidential, nationwide, on your phone.
If you are looking for programs or services in your community please dial 2-1-1 or
1-888-892-1162 https://www.nc211.org/
South Carolina
South Carolina 2-1-1 is your one-stop resource for finding assistance in your local community.
http://www.sc211.org/ or 1-866-892-9211
Catawba Community Mental Health Center (800) 475-1978
http://www.state.sc.us/dmh/cmhc.htm
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Call 1-800-273-8255
Text "CONNECT" to 741741 Free 24/7, Confidential, nationwide, on your phone.
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