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<\/p>\nSan Andreas, CA…The Calaveras Health and Human Services Agency, Behavioral Health Division supports the wellbeing of our county families, friends and colleagues. When you hear, read or watch news about an outbreak of an infectious disease, you may feel anxious and show signs of stress \u2013 even when the outbreak effects people far from where you live and you are at low risk of getting sick. These signs of stress are normal and may be more likely in people or loved ones of parts of the world affected by the outbreak. During an infectious disease outbreak, care for our own physical and mental health and reach out in kindness to those affected by the situation.<\/p>\n
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WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP COPE WITH EMOTIONAL DISTRESS
\n1. Manage Your Stress
\n\u2022 Stay informed and refer to credible sources for updates on the local situation
\n\u2022 Stay focused on your personal strengths
\n\u2022 Maintain a routine
\n\u2022 Make time to relax and rest<\/p>\n
2. Be Informed and Inform Your Family
\n\u2022 Become familiar with local medical and mental health resources in your community
\n\u2022 Avoid sharing unconfirmed news about the infectious disease to avoid creating unnecessary fear and panic
\n\u2022 Give honest age-appropriate information to children and remember to stay calm; children often feel what you feel<\/p>\n
3. Connect with Your Community
\n\u2022 Join community and\/or faith groups online
\n\u2022 Keep contact with family and friends
\n\u2022 Accept help from family, friends, co-workers and clergy
\n\u2022 Reach out to neighbors and friends with special needs who may need your help<\/p>\n
4. Reach Out and Help
\n\u2022 If you know someone effected by the outbreak, call them to see how they are doing, and remember to keep their confidentiality
\n\u2022 Consider an act of kindness for those who have been asked to practice social distancing, such as having a meal delivered or offering to drop off homework at their doorstep
\n\u2022 Locate and volunteer at a charity or organization near you
\n\u2022 Encourage friends and family to get involved<\/p>\n
5. Be Sensitive
\n\u2022 Avoid blaming anyone or assuming someone has the disease because of the way they look or where they or their families come from.
\n\u2022 An infectious disease is not connected to any racial or ethnic group; speak up in kindness when you hear false rumors or negative stereotypes that foster racism and prejudice.<\/p>\n
Consider seeking professional help if you or a loved one is having difficulty coping.<\/p>\n
CALAVERAS COUNTY RESOURCES<\/p>\n
Mental Health Crisis Support
\n1 800 499 3030
\nOR
\n209 754 3239 (local)
\n24 hours a day 7 days a week<\/p>\n
Suicide Prevention Line
\n1 800 273 TALK (8255)
\nOR
\nEn Espanol, Nacional de Prevencion del Suicidio 1 888 628 9454
\n24 hours a day 7 days a week<\/p>\n
Text: ANSWER to 839863 for help
\n24 hours a day 7 days a week<\/p>\n
California Warm Line
\n1 855 845 7415 \u2013 a non-emergency resource for anyone in California seeking emotional support
\n24 hours a day 7 days a week<\/p>\n
Mental Health Support
\n1 800 499 3030
\nORMental Health Support 499 303R<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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