COVID-19 Mental Health Resources

Rep. Melissa Shusterman    May 8, 2020 | 3:21 PM

I understand that stay-at-home orders and the anxiety associated with overcoming a global pandemic can be extremely stressful for many people. Please remember that it’s ok to ask for help. Our community has many resources available to help you work through any feelings of isolation, depression anxiety or any difficult experience or emotions you’re struggling to process. Please see the resources listed below for more information and contact my office if you have any questions at RepShusterman@pahouse.net or (484) 200-8260.
 

Mental Health Services:

Council for Relationships is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help individuals strengthen their most important relationships.
 

The Minding your Mind Foundation provides mental health education to adolescents, teens and young adults, parents, teachers and school administrators. The link above contains a list of virtual resources available during the COVID-19 pandemic.
 

NAMI provides free services to individuals in need of mental health services as well as their families and friends.
 

  • Chimes

https://chimes.org/services/behavioral-health/

Chimes is a not-for-profit entity providing intellectual and behavioral health services. They are open 24 hours a day.
 

Talk and Text Lines:

  • Montgomery County Mobile Crisis provides immediate support for crisis situations and assistance with managing recurring or future crises. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 1-855-634-HOPE (4673).
     
  • Chester County's warm line, 1-866-846-2722, is staffed by trained individuals in recovery to help those in need work through difficult feelings.
     
  • Text “PA” to 741-741 to chat with a trained crisis counselor for free
     

Substance Abuse/Withdrawal Resources:

  • PA Get Help Now
    A 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year hotline staffed by trained professionals who will stay on the phone with the caller until a treatment provider with an opening is identified. Phone, Chat, and Text options available:
    • 24/7 Help Line: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
    • 24/7 Text: 717-216-0905
    • 24/7 Chat
       
  • Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs:
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