Covid-19

March 25, 2020

Recently the Alliance put out the call to our members and the community to collect information on resources available to help people as we mange our “new normal” of living through a pandemic. We also encourage you to look through the Nelson resource guide to find an group, organization, or state agency that fits your needs.

We also want to remind you to take care not only of your physical health, but your mental health as well. Enjoy this unique opportunity to spend time with your loved ones. Make an effort to turn off the news and play a board game, take a walk outside, or just sit and cuddle with a pet or loved one. We’re all in this together.

~ The Nelson Community Wellness Alliance Board of Directors.

BEHAVIORAL HEATH RESOURCE PAGES

AT-HOME RECOVERY SUPPORTS

RECOVERY & ADDICTION SUPPORTS

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORTS

COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE

MILITARY FAMILY & VETERAN RESOURCES

RESOURCES FOR SPANISH SPEAKING FAMILIES/RECURSOS PARA FAMILIAS DE HABLA ESPAÑOLA

LOCAL RESOURCES

UPDATED 3.25.20

CHARLOTTESVILLE AREA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION:

The Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, Cville Community Cares, United Way of Greater Charlottesville, City of Charlottesville, and County of Albemarle are pleased to announce a partnership to disburse funds to households experiencing hardship due to the COVID-19 virus. This partnership will make financial payments to households in Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, and Orange.

The partnership will begin receiving requests for support today, March 23, 2020. Anyone experiencing hardship as a result of the COVID-19 virus and its economic impacts can call (434) 234-4490 between 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Multiple languages are available.

Covid-19 Information

Phone Applications (Apps)

Use your iPhone (using the App Store) or Android Smartphone (using Google Play Store) to help your mind and body wellness for a healthier, happier life and get the most out of your day.

Calm
Headspace
Breathe2Relax
Mindshift CBT
Woebot
Stop, Breathe, and Think
PTSD Coach
Quarantine Chat
Sober Grid
AA Big Book Free – For Alcoholics Anonymous
Shine

Resources for Families with Children

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) https://www.nctsn.org/resources/parent-caregiver-guide-to-helping-families-cope-with-the-coronavirus-disease-2019
Child Mind Institute: Supporting Families during COVID-19 https://childmind.org/coping-during-covid-19-resources-for-parents/
Resource Guide for Families: Quality Matters Resource Guide – COVID-19 National Association of School Psychologists: Talking to Children About COVID-19 https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-climate-safety-and-crisis/health-crisis-resources/talking-to-children-about-covid-19-(coronavirus)-a-parent-resource
NPR: Just for Kids: A Comic Exploring The New Coronavirus PBS: How to Talk to Your Kids about COVID-19 (tips, videos & resources) https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/02/28/809580453/just-for-kids-a-comic-exploring-the-new-coronavirus
WHO: Helping Children Cope with Stress During the COVID-19 Outbreak https://www.who.int/docs/default-source/coronaviruse/helping-children-cope-with-stress-print.pdf?sfvrsn=f3a063ff_2

Condition-Specific Behavioral Health Resources

Stress, Depression and Anxiety Resources: Anxiety and Depression Association of America Resource List: https://adaa.org/finding-help/coronavirus-anxiety-helpful-resources
How to Help Someone with Depression or Anxiety during COVID-19 Pandemic: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/2020/03/how-to-help-someone-with-anxiety-or-depression-during-covid-19/
Health Anxiety: Health Anxiety Help Sheet
Substance Use Disorder Potential COVID-19 Implications for Substance Use Disorder: https://www.drugabuse.gov/about-nida/noras-blog/2020/03/covid-19-potential-implications-individuals-substance-use-disorders
Harm Reduction Resources for People who use Drugs: https://harmreduction.org/miscellaneous/covid-19-guidance-for-people-who-use-drugs-and-harm-reduction-programs/
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Resources: Tip Sheet for Coping with COVID-19 (OCD specific): https://www.shalanicely.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Tip-Sheet-OCD-Coronavirus-Concerns.pdf
Resources from the International OCD Foundation: https://iocdf.org/covid19/
Dr. Jon Grayson on coping with COVID-19 with OCD: https://theocdstories.com/podcast/dr-jon-grayson-coronavirus-covid-19-ocd/
Dermatillomania During COVID-19

Domestic Violence Resources:

Shelter for Help in Emergency
Staying Safe during COVID-19 for survivors of domestic violence (National Domestic Violence Hotline): https://www.thehotline.org/2020/03/13/staying-safe-during-covid-19/antenerse segurx dur M ante COVID-19 – La Línea Nacional Contra la Violencia Doméstica: https://espanol.thehotline.org/2020/03/18/mantenerse-segurx-durante-covid-19/
Trauma/Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Resources:
Coping with COVID-19 in the context of PTSD: https://www.ptsd.va.gov/covid/COVID_managing_stress.asp

Self-Help and Self-Care Resources

FACE COVID’ – How to respond effectively to the Corona crisis, by Dr Russ Harris, author of The Happiness Trap. ‘FACE COVID’ is a set of practical steps for responding effectively to the Corona crisis, using the principles of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Here’s a quick summary of the key steps, full document here.

Keep Your Mind Grounded– Mental Health America
5 Minute Mindfulness Meditation – Diana Winston
https://www.virusanxiety.com/; see also https://www.virusanxiety.com/take-care
Social Support—Getting & Staying Connected:
Self-Care Kit—Creating Your Special Place:
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) ® Check individual districts for current information and virtual meetings
Narcotics Anonymous ® Check individual districts for current information and virtual meetings

Veterans

U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs

LGBT

Other Resources

Internet Access

Free or low cost internet access and wifi hotspot access during the current COVID-19 crisis. https://corporate.comcast.com/covid-19 — http://wifi.xfinity.com/
Comcast Home Essentials is a low-cost home internet package for individuals and households, is now available for free for the first two months. https://www.internetessentials.com/covid19
Access from AT&T is a low-cost home internet package for qualifying individuals and households (no special for COVID-19 but still available at a low cost). https://m.att.com/shopmobile/internet/access/#!#startedStep
Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access will be available to households with K-12 and/or college students who do not already have a Spectrum broadband subscription. Currently, this promotion is scheduled to last for 60 days after March 16. To enroll, call 1-844-488-8395. Installation fees will be waived for new student households. https://www.spectrum.net/

Mobile Phone/Data/Hotspot Resources

Mobile Carrier Response to COVID-19: https://www.ctia.org/news/blog-keeping-us-connected-through-covid-19
SafeLink/TracFone and other mainstream carriers are pledging more data, no phone cut-offs and longer payment times to ensure connectivity. Accessing Free* phone for low-income individuals (application online): https://www.safelinkwireless.com/Enrollment/Safelink/en/Web/www/default/index.html#!/newHome?utm_source=dmec&utm_medium=ST_Referral&utm_content=click_to_apply&utm_campaign=COVID

Housing Resources

Virginia Legal Aid Society– may be able to assist with cases such as landlord Disputes and Evictions, Subsidized and Public Housing, Mortgage Foreclosures, Hazardous Conditions, Utilities
Your Rights as a Tenant During the COVID 19 Outbreak
Suggestions if you can’t pay your rent/mortgage because of COVID 19 pandemic: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/18/what-to-do-if-you-cant-make-your-rent-or-mortgage-payments.html