Some people may avoid contacting you, your family members, and friends when they would normally reach out to you. Stigma related to COVID is less likely to occur when people know the facts and share them with extended family, friends, and others in your community. When police brutality against Black Americans is at the forefront of the news cycle, depression and anxiety can cause added stress.
If you are in crisis and need immediate help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at The Association of Black Psychologists suggests these tips for self care when experiencing racial stress or trauma:.
Download the full self-care toolkit developed for and by people of African ancestry. The Black Mental Health Alliance supports the health and well-being of Black people and other vulnerable communities. Looking for a therapist?
Fill out a short questionnaire and someone will follow up with you within 24 hours. This national effort by Dr. Joy presents mental health topics in a way that feels more accessible and relevant to Black girls and women. Find a culturally competent therapist by using the Therapy for Black Girls search tool. The clinic is located at N.
Broad St. Contact the office at Coping with loss is overwhelming. Please go easy on yourself if you are experiencing grief. It is normal to feel grief from even subtle losses in life. One day the pain will lessen. Here are some tips for managing stress from the National Institute of Mental Health :.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, please seek out help. You deserve to feel fully heard and understood when seeking support and resources. If you are in need of immediate support, please call the TrevorLifeline at , chat online with TrevorChat , or text START to to have a text conversation.
If you are experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity, you are not alone. Help is available. The Fairweather Lodge Program provides emotional support, a place to live, and employment for people with serious mental illness.
Find a Fairweather Lodge. Your struggles are real and valid, and there is so much help available to you. Whatever you are going through, you are absolutely not alone. You deserve to feel mentally well. Here are some common signs that you might want to reach out for help so you can start feeling better:.
If a friend confides in you that they are considering harming themselves, do not keep it a secret. Do you think someone is going to harm themselves? Did you see something scary that concerns you online? If it makes you uncomfortable, submit a tip. It will be up to your school to determine what the next steps are. If you have experienced violence, it is not your fault. The sooner you get help, the sooner you can begin to feel better. If these reactions are interfering with daily activities, you may want to seek some help.
Some signs from the National Institute of Mental Health that you might need help:. In addition to reaching out for help if you need it, try to avoid alcohol and other drugs, spend time with supportive loved ones, and maintain normal routines as much as possible. If you suspect child abuse, report it. Call ChildLine at Find other resources on the Keep Kids Safe website. Call immediately.
Pennsylvania has more than 50 domestic violence programs to help victims find safety. Worried you might be in an abusive relationship? If someone comes to you to say they have experienced sexual violence, the most important thing you can do is remain calm. Believe them and remind them that it is not their fault.
Find your local rape crisis center with this map from the Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape or call for support and services, including:. Are you a veteran in crisis or are you concerned about a veteran in crisis? If you are struggling with any of these concerns, please seek out help. Find a health care provider in the TriCare network by searching online. Learn more about common military mental health concerns and how to help a fellow warrior on the NAMI website.
Find more mental health resources for veterans on the federal Department of Veterans Affairs website. Use the Safe Helpline website for live chats, reporting retaliation, and more. Get help by phone at Substance Use Disorder is a disease, and you deserve to get help for your illness. Recovery starts with a call. Call HELP for information about treatment resources.
Bridge Street in Phoenixville. For more information, please call , x or email adannunz devereux. Parent Peer Support Group meets on Wednesday nights from p.
The group is facilitated by Nancy Dever and Debbie Gillespie. If you are interested in the support group , or for questions, please contact Nancy Dever at psadfacilitator gmail. Serenity for Parents is a parent support meeting every Wednesday from p. This weekly peer-led parent meeting is a safe, confidential environment where parents with children dealing with mental health concerns come together to support one another.
Survivors of Suicide S. Double Trouble , a support group for those recovering from addiction and mental health problems, meets every Tuesday and Thursday from p. Eating Disorders Support Group for individuals aged 13 and older, family members, and supporters, meets the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from p.
For more information, please go to brandywineeatingdisorders. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others in a confidential setting. For more information, please contact Danielle Sulpizio at or Ed Kane at This support group is led by and created for youth and young adults ages 14 to 25 living with a mood disorder.
Contact Adessa Washington for more information at or awashington childandfamilyfocus. For more information, please contact Diane at dmkotrl gmail.
Please call for more information. Middletown Road Rt. Please contact the moderator, Jean Shatoff, with any questions at This is a free, confidential and safe group of families helping other families who live with mental health challenges. In this support group, families join a caring group of individuals helping one another by utilizing their collective lived experiences and learned wisdom. Family members can achieve a renewed sense of hope for their loved one living with mental health challenges.
For more information , please contact Nora at nora huntjohnson. For more information call Berta Britz at Hearing Voices Support Group meets on Wednesdays , from p. For more information about this group, please contact NAMI Montgomery County at or nami-montcopa verizon. Has developed a list of workplace accommodations in the areas of flexibility, supervision, emotional supports, physical accommodation, wages and benefits. Judge David L. Provides individuals an opportunity to actively engage in employment or meaningful day service of their choosing.
Can also contract services. Sometimes can subcontract employee to another company or refer for permanent work. Ongoing peer support is available. Other services include welfare to work initiatives, summer youth program and job development. Person must be referred by County Assistance Office welfare case worker.. Employment office for adults with disabilities. Must be referred by CMHC case manager.
Career Development department offers job training and placement services to individuals who suffer from a disability or disadvantage..
Provides a structured and personal program of rehabilitation, vocational training and job placement. Public or private funding must be arranged. Our programs are centered around building and maintaining life skills in order for our participants to be a part of and contribute to the community. Our goal is for everyone we serve to have the opportunity for growth, community, and a quality of life.
Share your story. In a crisis,. All Rights Reserved. NAMI Connection. This program focuses on problem solving strategies and communication skills which may be helpful in encouraging your loved one to seek out and stay in treatment. Call or email for meeting information. Email for meeting link. Beginning May , we will meet in the pavillion while the weather remains nice.
Please contact [email protected] for more information. NAMI Philadelphia.
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