COVID-19 Resources for Behavioral Health

Getting Help

Call or visit 211 Online 24/7 for everything from basic needs to mental health and crisis
services in Connecticut. Check out their COVID-19 Resource Page

Contact the DMHAS Action Line - For adults in distress who are 18 years of age or older - 1-800-HOPE-135 (1-800.467.3135), or 211.

Call 1-800-563-4086 for access to treatment for substance use disorder in Connecticut.

Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 if you are in crisis.

The Trevor Project offers phone, chat, and text support. Call 1-866-488-7386 or visit Online.

If you are in Connecticut and experiencing abuse in a relationship, please visit CTSafeConnect.org or call (888) 774-2900.
In the U.S., call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or TTY 1-800-787-3224. Online chat is also available.

For information about Rent and Evictions During the COVID-19 Crisis visit CTLawHelp.org

To Make a Child Abuse or Neglect Report, Call 1-800-842-2288
(TDD: 1-800-624-5518)

For Healthcare Workers Impacted by COVID-19, Visit: www.facebook.com/groups/healthcareworkerpeersupport

For Parents and Caregivers Impacted by COVID-19, Visit:
www.facebook.com/groups/519158609386244

Click Here for information about Vaccinations for Connecticut Residents.
The COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Assistance Line, 877-918-2224, is staffed Mondays through Fridays from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Due to high volume, hold times may vary.

Resources on Grief

Resources for Children and Families

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Resources for Substance Use Treatment & Recovery

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Wellness Strategies

COVID-19 is a respiratory disease caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. We are still learning how it spreads, the severity of illness it causes, and to what extent it may spread in the United States.

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According to the CDC, the virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.
• Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
• Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

The CDC notes that reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases.
The following symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus:
• Fever
• Cough
• Shortness of breath

If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately. Emergency warning signs include*:
• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
• New confusion or inability to arouse
• Bluish lips or face
*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.

There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19, but there are ways to protect yourself. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to the virus. You can take steps to protect yourself by:
• Washing your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially if you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, sneezing, and coughing.
• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Put a distance between yourself and other people if COVID-19 is spreading in your community.
• Stay home if you are sick
• Wear a facemask if you are sick
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily.

COVID-19 has affected our lives with school closures, changes to our work routines, as well as our daily activities. Some people have experienced job loss. Many of us are concerned for our loved ones who are elderly, and/or have underlying health problems. The resources in Related Links are intended to help us all cope with the stress, anxiety, and concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.

Source: National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases (NCIRD)