MANAGING STRESS
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is changing life for all of us. You may feel anxious, stressed, worried, sad, bored, depressed, lonely, or frustrated in these circumstances.
You’re not alone.
There are strategies for managing stress, such as:
- Being mindful of your intake of information from news sources about the virus, and consider taking breaks from it.
- Maintaining social contact with supportive relationships like friends, family, or others by phone, text, or the internet.
- Treating your body kindly: eat healthy foods, avoid excessive alcohol, and exercise as you can.
- Consider calling your health care provider if your anxiety interferes with your daily activities.
24-HOUR HELPLINES
LOCAL HELPLINES
Domestic Violence (Women’s Center Youth & Family Services): 1-209-465-4878
Sexual Assault (Women’s Center Youth & Family Services): 1-209-465-4997
Youth/Human Trafficking (Women’s Center Youth & Family Services): 1-209-948-1911
Crisis Line (San Joaquin Behavioral Health): 1-209-468-9370 or 1-888-468-9370
San Joaquin County Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-209-468-8686.
The Crisis Intervention Line is staffed by psychiatric technicians and mental health physicians. 24/7 response
NATIONAL and STATE HELPLINES
24-hour Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or text 838255
24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or click Chat Now
Disaster Distress Helpline: Call 1-800-985-5990 (TTY 800-846-8517) or text TalkWithUs to 66746 for 24/7 support.
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for 24/7 crisis support.
California Peer-Run Warm Line: Call 1-855-845-7415 for 24/7 non-emergency support.
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline: 24/7 at 1-800-4-A-CHILD
Veterans Crisis Line: Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1 or text 838255
National Suicide Prevention Deaf and Hard of Hearing Hotline: Access 24/7 video relay service by dialing 1-800-273-8255 (TTY 1-800-799-4889).
Trevor Project: Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678 for 24/7 information and suicide prevention resources for LGBTQ youth.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender National Hotline: Call 1-800-273-8255 from 1 pm – 9 pm for support, information, or help to find resources.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.
CalHope – Hope Lives Here: Warm Line 1-833-317-4673. Live Online Chat Here
StartYourRecovery.org – Support for overcoming substance misuse TAILORED TO YOU
RESOURCES
Everflex Health
Free self-help for the members of the Stockton Chamber of Commerce and their employees.
Visit EverFlex's website for more information.
California Surgeon General’s Playbook: Stress Relief During COVID-19 (PDF)
The California Surgeon General, Dr. Nadine Burke Harris, offers a simple guide with things you can do every day to help support your mental and physical health.
Download the PDF for more information.
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) COVID-19 Resource and Information Guide
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental
health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans
affected by mental illness. NAMI has over 600 state organizations and affiliates across
the nation.
Visit NAMI's website for more information.
Child Abuse Prevention Council of San Joaquin
Resources for parents looking for help while dealing with being parents, teachers, and more. Click below for sample daily schedules, mental health tips for the whole family, and self-care tips that you can start using immediately.
Visit CAPC's website for more information.
PREVAIL (Formerly Women’s Center Youth & Family Services)
The stress of the stay-at-home order can be even more intense for individuals who fear for their safety at home. PREVAIL is still open and available to help those in need.
Visit the PREVAIL's website for more information.
211 San Joaquin
Find help with: Housing/Shelter, Healthcare, Mental Health/Counseling, Substance Abuse, Education, Food, Financial Help, Employment Training, Children’s Services, Seniors/Older Adults, Family Services, Transportation, Crisis Help, Veterans/Military, and Legal Assistance.
Visit 211SJ's website for more information.
Family Resource Center
Family Resource Center is a critical link to quality childcare services for all parents, childcare providers, and children in San Joaquin County and the surrounding area.
Visit Family Resource's website for more information.
Hospice of San Joaquin
Call (209) 957-3888 for grief support telehealth services or visit their website.
Visit Hospice of San Joaquin's website for more information.
Community Medical Centers
is available to provide behavioral health and recovery services for those in need. Please call 209-940-5662 to speak to a representative, Monday-Saturday, 7:30 am-7:00 pm.
Visit CMC's website for more information.
San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services
The mission of San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services is to partner with the community to provide integrated, culturally and linguistically competent mental health and substance abuse services to meet the prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery needs of San Joaquin County residents.
Visit BHS' website for more information.
St. Joseph’s Behavioral Health
provides behavioral health services for those with Medicare or commercial insurance. Please call for eligibility.
Visit Dignity Health's website for more information.
San Joaquin Pride Center
A safe space for our local LGBT+ Pride Center.
Visit SJ Pride's Facebook page for more information.
State of California Resources For Emotional Support & Well Being
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant effect on our lives. While taking the pandemic seriously is essential, it’s not good to be on high alert all the time. You may still feel anxious, stressed, worried, sad, bored, depressed, lonely, or frustrated because of it. You’re not alone.
Visit CA For All's website for more information.