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1- 866-299-7447COVID-19 has affected our lives in many ways. The things we do and the ways we connect with people have changed. It is perfectly normal to feel anxiety and stress at this time. Take comfort in knowing you are not alone. At CK Public Health we are happy to share strategies to support you and your loved ones during this difficult time. We've designed this section of our website to share helpful information and promote positive mental health for the residents of Chatham-Kent. So take a moment and READ, LISTEN, WATCH or find something to DO.
With the onset of COVID-19, the need for virtual mental health resources has never been stronger, and many organizations have answered the call. From training courses to virtual applications to online therapies, there are more mental health support and education options than ever before.
But while many resources claim to improve mental wellness, which ones actually deliver? To help you make better decisions and feel confident in the tools and supports you choose, consider reading our list of questions.
Things you can READ
Check out our reading list if you're in the mood to read:
- Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) - Mental Health and COVID-19 FAQs and Coping with Stress Tips
- Resources for youth and young adults from the Jack Project
- WellCan resources in a variety of categories (work, home, life, health)
- CK Public Health - Navigating Information about COVID-19
- CK Public Health - Talking with Kids about COVID-19
- Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health (CICMH) - Infosheets on a variety of topics for front-line staff and others working with young adults
Things you can WATCH
Here's a selection of videos if you're looking for something to watch:
- How to help kids and teens feel safe when the world feels fragile
- Sport For Life: physical literacy at home series
- Calm: 2 minute breathing exercises
- 5 finger breathing technique for kids cartoon
- Headspace: getting started with meditation
- CAMH: tips for coping with COVID-19
- Reading of children's storybook, "My Hero is You," by artist, Howard Donald. For more information about the development of the storybook and for translations visit the World Health Organization
- Webinar on stress and burnout for front-line staff
Things you can DO
Are you tired of reading or watching and you just want to do something to improve your mood? Here is our favourite section for you to explore small tasks to distract and provide you with a sense of accomplishment or peace:
- Join the Bell Let's Talk Conversation
- Take a course! Managing your mental health and COVID-19
- Body Language CK: online yoga classes
- Instant stress busters video games
- Download and print some mindful colouring sheets
- Make a relaxing sensory shake bottle
- For-credit wellness course through Centre for Innovation in Campus Mental Health