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Resources for Counselors and Clients

The COVID-19 outbreak has affected the emotional and mental health of populations across the world. ACA continues to promote individual wellness across the life span by providing a wide range of resources to assist individuals during this unprecedented time.

If you, a client, or someone else you know need immediate help, see the list of hotlines and telephone resources for support.

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External Counseling Resources

Aging Adult Population
- Administration on Aging (AoA)
  The Administration on Aging provides home and community-based services for older individuals that help them live independently.
- National Coalition on Mental Health and Aging
  The National Coalition on Mental Health and Aging works to improve the available and quality of mental health preventive and treatment strategies for older Americans and their families.
- National Council on Aging
  The National Council on Aging advocates for services, resources, and initiatives that improves the lives of older adults.
- National Council on Aging - Behavioral Health
  The National Council on Aging promotes programs that help older adults manage their behavioral health.
- Older Adults and Isolation During COVID-19
  The COVID-19 pandemic can magnify challenges that older adults face. This webinar discusses the strengths and weakness of traditional behavioral health services in meeting older adults’ needs, especially in relation to social isolation.
Caregivers
- Care for Caregivers: Tips for Families and Educators
  Parents, teachers, and other caregivers must remember to take care of themselves, not just the children in their charge. The National Association of School Psychologists offers advice to ensure caregivers are getting the care they need.
- Caregiver Action Network
  The Caregiver Action Network provides free resources and support to family caregivers.
- Caregiver Help Desk
  The Caregiver Action Network offers tips to help keep family caregivers and their loved one safe during the COVID-19 crisis.
- Caregiving for a Person with a Mental Illness
  Many Americans provide unpaid care to individuals with a physical or mental illness. This web page provides more information about these caregivers and how they can take care of themselves.
- Caring for Someone at Home During COVID-19
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides advice for people caring for someone with COVID-19 to help them protect themselves and others.
- Family Caregiver Mental Health and COVID-19
  The stress and challenges of being a family caregiver often affects their mental health. This article describes ways family caregivers can take care of themselves.
- National Alliance for Caregiving
  National Alliance for Caregiving works to improve the lives of caregivers and those in their care.
Children and Families
- Administration for Children and Families (ACF)
  The Administration for Children and Families promotes the economic and social well-being of children, families, individuals, and communities.
- Campaign for Children's Health Care
  Learn more about the Campaign for Children’s Health Care, which aims to expand health coverage for uninsured children in the United States.
- CHADD - Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
  Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) works to improve the lives of people affected by ADHD.
- Child Care - Emergency Paid Family Leave
  Discover how to assist lower income families and their employers in learning about and using the new emergency family leave program.
- Child Care During COVID-19 Resources
  The Office of Child Care provides guidance and resources on child-care programs and funding during the COVID-19 crisis. It also offers advice for how families and child-care providers can best plan and respond during this time.
- Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
  The National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health works to develop and implement policies, services, and support for children with mental health needs and their families.
- How to Avoid Passing Anxiety on to Your Kids
  Parents may worry they will pass their anxiety on to their kids. This article describes stress-management techniques for parents.
- How to Talk to Your Anxious Child or Teen About Coronavirus
  This blog post provides tips for communicating with an anxious child or teen about the COVID-19 outbreak.
- National Technical Assistance Center for Children's Mental Health at Georgetown University
  The Georgetown University Center for Child and Human Development works to improve the quality of life for children and youth, especially those with special needs (including adults with disabilities), and their families.
- Research and Training Center for Children's Mental Health
  Through 2009, the Research and Training Center for Children’s Mental Health worked to improve the services and outcomes for children with emotional and behavioral disabilities and their families.
- Supporting Kids During the COVID-19 Crisis
  Child Mind Institute’s clinicians provide parents with tips to manage their children’s stress.
- Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource
  The National Association of School Psychologists offers parents and caregivers advice on how to help children cope with the changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Talking to Kids About COVID-19
  Experts at Child Mind Institute offer advice on how to talk to kids about COVID-19.
- Talking to Kids About Fear and Violence
  Mental Health America offers advice on how to talk to kids about fear and violence.
- Talking With Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
  This SAMHSA factsheet provides caregivers, parents, and teachers with tips on how to manage children’s stress during an infectious disease outbreak.
- Technical Assistance Partnership for Child and Family Mental Health
  The Technical Assistance Partnership for Child and Family Mental Health worked to meet the mental health, substance abuse, and other related needs of youth involved or at risk of involvement with the juvenile justice or child welfare systems.
- USDA - Helping Kids and Families During COVID-19
  The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is granting states significant program flexibility to ensure nutritional assistance for children and families during the COVID-19 emergency. USDA’s Food and Nutrition Services launched a new web page with key information on COVID-19 nutrition assistance, including food planning, food shopping, the new program flexibilities, and state and nationwide waivers.
Citizenship and Immigration
- A Guide to Providing Mental Health Services to Immigrants Impacted by Changes to DACA and the COVID-19 Pandemic
  This guide provides mental health providers with information to develop competencies to work with immigrants affected by changes to DACA and by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Child Care Aware of America: The Latest Coronavirus News & Resources for Child Care Professionals, Families, and Policymakers
  Learn how the COVID-19 crisis has affected child care in the United States.
- Child Welfare League of America (CWLA)
  The Child Welfare League of America works to ensure the most vulnerable children are protected from harm and have the tools and resources they need to become healthy and happy adults.
- COVID-19 Testing for Non-Citizen Testing (Undocumented)
  The Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility renders any undocumented immigrant who becomes a public charge inadmissible to the United States and ineligible to become a lawful, permanent resident. Testing, medical treatment, and preventative services (including vaccinations) of communicable disease such as COVID-19 will not affect undocumented immigrants as part of a future Public Charge analysis.
- Healthcare Clinic Access Directory for Non-Citizens
  Undocumented immigrants are typically not eligible for health insurance, but they will receive care at free or low-cost clinics. United We Dream provides information on health care assess for undocumented immigrants, including directories of free clinics and states where pregnant women and children can get care regardless of their immigration status.
COVID-19: Additional Information
- ACF Housing Support
  Agencies will need to help some youth find housing while their college or university is closed. These agencies should also prepare to offer youth assistance with food, health care, and emotional support during the pandemic.
- CDC Information in Spanish
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides information for Spanish speakers on how to protect themselves from COVID-19 and what to do if they are sick.
- CDC: Clean and Disinfect Guidance for Households
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides cleaning and disinfection recommendations for households with suspected or confirmed CVOID-19 cases.
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Support Group and Discussion Community
  Inspire, a health care social network, offers a COVID-19 support group and discussion community.
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): Resources for Managing Stress
  This web page provides information and resources for helping yourself and others cope with the stress, anxiety, and grief of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Coronavirus and Emerging Infectious Disease Outbreak Response
  This web page provides fact sheets and resources to support communities affected by COVID-19.
- Coronavirus Anxiety—Helpful Expert Tips and Resources
  The Anxiety and Depression Association of America’s mental health professionals provides tips and strategies to help people struggling with anxiety about the COVID-19 pandemic or with general anxiety.
- COVID-19 Ancillary Costs
  The HealthWell Foundation awards grants to assist underinsured individuals with health care expenses. Their COVID-19 Ancillary Fund provides up to $250 assistance for delivered food, medication, diagnostics, transportation, and telehealth related to COVID-19.
- COVID-19 and Opioid Treatment Programs FAQ
  The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) answers frequently asked questions related to opioid treatment programs and the COVID-19 situation in Ohio.
- COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Response and 42 CFR Part 2 Guidance
  The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) offers guidance on use and disclosure of patient identifying information during a medical emergency to ensure that substance use disorder treatment services continue during the COVID-19 crisis.
- COVID-19 Resources for Veterans from the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs (removed)
  The House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs provides COVID-19 resources for veterans. This web page also discusses what is being doing to protect and care for veterans during this outbreak.
- COVID-19: Accessing Critical Medications for Your Loved One
  This article discusses how COVID-19 affects people’s ability to get medications to treat their opioid use disorder.
- COVID-19: Mental Health in the Age of Coronavirus
  This article discusses the World Health Organization’s guidance on protecting people’s mental health during the COVID-19 outbreak.
- COVID-19: Potential Implications for Individuals with Substance Use Disorders
  This article discusses how COVID-19 may affect individuals with substance use disorders.
- COVID-Related Mental Health and Recovery Resources
  This Google document contains mental health and recovery resources related to COVID-19.
- Department of Labor - Coronavirus Resources
  The U.S. Department of Labor provides resources to help workers and employers prepare for the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Dermatillomania During COVID-19
  Lauren McKeaney, CEO of Picking Me Foundation, provides downloadable tips on ways to manage dermatillomania during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Do Your Part to Stem COVID-19: An Intergenerational Call to Action
  This article lists five ways people can help slow the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Frequently Asked Questions on Mental Health, Mental Illness, and COVID-19
  Mental Health America provides a list of mental health resources for infectious disease outbreaks.
- Information on COVID-19 for Survivors, Communities, and DV/SA Programs
  Survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and abuse may be experiencing increased isolation and danger because of stay-at-home orders during the COVID-19 pandemic. Futures Without Violence provides a list of resources for these survivors.
- Latest Official Information from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Task Force at the White House
  Visit this site for the latest official information from the White House Coronavirus Task Force.
- List of Education Companies Offering Free Subscriptions due to School Closings
  The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many schools to close temporarily. This Google document provides a list of companies offering free educational resources for children, parents, and educators.
- Living with Mental Illness During COVID-19 Outbreak– Preparing for your Wellness
  The COVID-19 pandemic may have serious effects on people living with mental health issues. Mental Health America discusses ways these individuals can prepare to handle the anxiety and stress during this time.
- Managing Stress and Anxiety Related to COVID-19
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides information and resources for coping with stress during the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Medication Access During COVID-19
  Mental Health America offers tips and information to help people access their medications during the COVID-19 crisis.
- Mental Health Considerations During COVID-19 Outbreak
  The World Health Organization provide a list of considerations to support mental and psychosocial well-being during the COVID-19 outbreak.
- National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
  The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism is the lead U.S. federal agency for research on alcohol use disorder.
- Protecting Your Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
  Brandon Staglin, president of One Mind, discusses ways to protect your mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Real-Time COVID-19 Case Info
  Globally track the total number of confirmed cases and deaths of COVID-19 in real time. You can also view the testing and hospitalization rates in the United States.
- Resources for the OCD and Related Disorders Community During the COVID-19 Outbreak
  The International OCD Foundation provides resources to help people affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder as they face unique challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Staying Safe During COVID-19
  Staying at home during the COVID-19 crisis may not be the safest option for intimate partner violence survivors. This article provides suggestions to make survivors feel safer during this uncertain time.
- The International Rescue Committee: Multilingual Resources on COVID-19
  This blog post provides COVID-19 resources in multiple languages.
- Trauma-Informed Counseling: A JMCD Virtual Issue
  This virtual issue of the Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development (JMCD) is a collection of previously published articles that aims to advance multicultural and social justice counseling efforts during the COVID-19 era. The featured articles cover issues relating to natural disasters, infectious diseases (specifically, HIV), economic disadvantage and health disparities. These articles are freely available online through August 2020.
- What do I need to know about reopening my practice?
  As states and jurisdictions are beginning to reopen, this resource addresses how counseling practices can reopen in a way that ensures both the safety of the counselors and clients.
Economic Security
- Freelance Artist Resource List
  Here’s a list of free resources, opportunities, and financial relief options for freelance artists and those interested in supporting the artist community.
- How the Treasury Department is Taking Action
  The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provides economic assistance for American workers, families, and small businesses. It also preserves jobs in industries affected by the COVID-19 crisis.
Food and Nutrition Security
- Chefs for America - Food Location
  This interactive map allows you to find free meal options in U.S. cities and districts.
- Feeding America - Local Foodbank
  The Feeding America national network of food banks collects and distributes 4.3 billion meals each year throughout the United States. Find your local food bank to learn more about food and meal programs.
- Meals on Wheels – Find
  Meals on Wheels delivers meals to older individuals who are unable to leave their homes or have difficulty cooking. Find a local Meals on Wheels provider.
- SNAP – Emergency Allotments
  Learn more about the SNAP waivers issued during COVID-19.
- SNAP – Waiver on Time Limit for Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents
  Learn how the Families First Coronavirus Response Act temporarily suspends the time limit for able-bodied adults without dependents to participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Program.
- USDA FNS Response to Hunger
  Learn more about the USDA Food and Nutrition Service’s actions to ease program operations and protect participants’ health across their nutrition programs.
- USDA National Hunger Hotline
  The USDA National Hunger Hotline is a resource for individuals and families seeking food assistance. By calling a representative or texting an automated service, individuals learn about local food resources and services.
- WIC – Food Package Substitution Waiver
  Learn more about the approved waivers that allow substitutions for some WIC-prescribed foods during COVID-19.
- WIC and Food Distribution Programs FAQ
  This web page answers frequently asked questions about changes to WIC and the food distribution programs during COVID-19.
Healthcare Workers
- ASPE: Virtual Case Management in Human Services Programs
  During the COVID-19 pandemic, many human services agencies are providing services remotely. The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluations has provided some strategies to help these agencies establish or expand virtual case management systems.
- ASPR: Self-Care for Healthcare Workers Modules and Supporting Tools (August 2019)
  The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response prepared three self-care modules for health care workers. These modules help them recognize and reduce their stress and maintain resilience.
- CDC: Emergency Responders: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides self-care tips and steps emergency responders should take before, during, and after an event.
- Healthcare Worker Tips
  Learn more about the health-care resources that have been identified or developed to address the current response and recovery operations to COVID-19.
Human Trafficking
- ASPR: Preventing Human Trafficking Infographic
  Disasters increase the risk of human trafficking. This infographic describes how disaster responders should respond to human trafficking before, during, and after a disaster.
- Coalition Against Trafficking in Women
  The Coalition Against Trafficking in Women compiled a resource list of hotlines and direct service providers around the world for individuals who have been trafficked, sexually exploited, or are still in the sex trade.
- COVID-19 Resources, Services, and Support | Office on Trafficking in Persons
  The Office of Tracking in Persons works to assist individuals, families, and communities affected by human trafficking. They provide a list of available benefits and services as well as resources to address challenges related to COVID-19.
- Domestic Victims of Human Trafficking Program
  Use this map to find the contact information for grantees that manage the Domestic Victims of Human Trafficking Program across the United States.
- Global COVID-19 Crisis, Prostitution and Sex Trafficking and Our Work – CATW
  The Coalition Against Trafficking in Women (CATW) works to end trafficking and sexual exploitation around the world. They advocate for law and policy changes, raise public awareness, and support the survivor-led movement worldwide. CATW also compiled a list of resources with an overview of hotlines and direct service providers.
- Human Trafficking
  The McCain Institute develops and deploys strategies to end all forms of human trafficking at local, state, national, and international levels.
- Human Trafficking - ICD-10-CM Coding
  Human trafficking is a public health concern and one that many hospitals and health systems combat daily. New ICD-10 codes on human trafficking support the appropriate treatment and track these occurrences in communities to help stop the cycle of human trafficking.
- U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI)
  The Trafficking Victim Assistance Program funds case management services for foreign national survivors of human trafficking. It also helps them obtain Health and Human Services certification.
Legal Resources
- Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
  The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law is a legal-advocacy organization that protects and advances the rights of people with mental disabilities.
- Legal Action Center
  The Legal Action Center fights to end discrimination, build health equity, and restore opportunity for people with substance use disorders, HIV/AIDS, or criminal records.
- Legal Aid at Work: Coronavirus Frequently Asked Questions
  Legal Aid at Work answers questions regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and employment rights.
- Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO)
  The Joint Commission is an accreditation group that develops and upholds patient safety and case standards for health care organizations.
LGBTQ+
- 9 Strategies for Quarantining in a Non-LGBTQ+ Affirming Environment
  This article offers strategies for LGBTQ+ individuals who quarantining in a non-affirming environment during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
  Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) is the first and largest organization uniting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning people with families and allies.
- The Trevor Project
  The Trevor Project provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth.
Medical and Dental Clinics for Uninsured
- Free Clinics Directory
  The Free Clinic Directory connects uninsured people with affordable and free health clinics in their area.
Mental Health Awareness and Education
- Active Mind's Mental Health Resources
  Active Mind is a national leader for young adult mental health advocacy and suicide prevention.
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America
  The Anxiety and Depression Association of America focuses on anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive, and trauma-related disorders. This web page provides a list of support groups in the United States and Canada.
- Anxiety Information and Support
  Mental Health America addresses concerns and questions individuals may have about anxiety.
- Attention Deficit Disorder Association
  The Attention Deficit Disorder Association provides information, resources, and networking opportunities for adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
- Free and Low-Cost Support for Individuals Living with Eating Disorders
  The National Eating Disorders Association lists free and low-cost resources for eating disorder recovery.
- Mental Health America (formerly the National Mental Health Association)
  Mental Health America addresses the needs of those living with mental illness and promotes the overall mental health of Americans.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
  The National Alliance on Mental Illness is a grassroots mental health organization dedicated to helping people affected by mental illness.
- National Association for the Dually Diagnosed
  NADD works to advance mental wellness for individuals with co-occurring intellectual/developmental disabilities and mental health disorders.
- National Council for Behavioral Health (National Council)
  The National Council for Behavioral Health works to ensure individuals living with mental illnesses and addictions have access to comprehensive behavioral health care services.
- National Eating Disorder Association
  The National Eating Disorder Association’s interactive map helps people affected by eating disorders find treatment providers.
- NIMH - Education and Awareness
  The National Institute of Mental Health provides free education and outreach materials to help people raise awareness about mental health. People can share these materials on social media and use the hashtag #ShareNIHM to connect with others who share similar goals.
- Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
  The International OCD Foundation works to increase access to effective treatment and foster support for people affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder as well as the mental health professionals who treat them.
Military – Active Duty, Reserves, and Veterans
- Military and Veterans Caregiver Network
  The Military and Veterans Caregiver Network offers peer-based support and services to connect caregivers to service members and veterans living with illnesses or injuries.
- U.S. Department of Defense's Military OneSource
  Military OneSource is program funded by the Department of Defense that provides resources and support to service members and their families.
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
  The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides benefits and services to eligible veterans and their family members.
- Veterans Crisis Line
  The Veterans Crisis Line provides free, confidential, 24/7 support for veterans in crisis and their families and friends.
Native American/Tribal Resources
- COVID-19 Materials Developed for Tribal Use
  The Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health supports public health interventions designed for and by Native Americans. The Center has produced materials related to COVID-19 for Native American communities.
- Keeping a Healthy Distance
  This flyer reminds Native American communities to keep a healthy distance during the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Not All Heroes Wear Capes
  This flyer reminds Native Americans to clean high-touch areas during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Social Distancing is Beautiful
  This flyer promotes social distancing for Native American communities.
- Staying at Home Protects Us All
  This flyer encourages Native Americans to spend time outdoors during the COVID-19 crisis.
- Stop the Spread: Protect Yourself, Family, and Community (Spiritual Message)
  This flyer offers advice on how to practice traditional Native American ceremonies while keeping social distance.
- Stop the Spread of Coronavirus
  This flyer encourages Native Americans to stay home and stop the spread of COVID-19.
- What Tribal Members Need to Know About COVID-19 - General Use
  This flyer provides Native Americans with information about what COVID-19 is, how to stay safe, and what to do if someone gets sick.
- What Tribal Members Need to Know About COVID-19 (PDF)
  The Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health has produced materials related to COVID-19 for Native American communities. Download a customizable Word document or PDF with information about what COVID-19 is, how to stay safe, and what to do if someone gets sick.
- Women's Health Week - Plan Ahead to Make Healthy Food Choices
  This flyer celebrates National Women’s Health Week by reminding Native American women to make healthy food choices during the COVID-19 crisis.
- Women's Health Week - Continue Social Distancing/Share Your Stories
  This flyer celebrates National Women’s Health Week by reminding Native American women to practice social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak.
- Women's Health Week - Get Plenty of Sleep
  This flyer celebrates National Women’s Health Week by reminding Native American women to get plenty of rest.
- Women's Health Week - Practice Stress and Coping Techniques
  This flyer celebrates National Women’s Health Week by reminding Native American women to use stress and coping techniques during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Online Learning, Education, and Discovery
- List of Live Webcams, Virtual Tours, and Virtual Field Trips
  This website contains a collection of educational resources for virtual learning.
- Scholastic Learn at Home Free Resources
  Scholastic Learn at Home provides free educational activities for students during school closures.
- Smithsonian Distance Learning Resources
  The Smithsonian provides distance learning resources to support teachers and their students during COVID-19 school closures.
- Virtual Field Trips from Discovery Education
  Discovery Education’s virtual field trips allow educators to take students to new places without leaving the classroom. Each field trip comes with a companion guide and learning activities.
Remote Work Support
- A Guide to Transitioning Your Clinic to a Remote Work Environment
  Transitioning a clinic to a remote work environment can be overwhelming. Eleos Health provides tools and solutions to help make the transition smoother.
- When Home Becomes the Workplace: Mental Health and Remote Work
  Many companies are requiring their employees to work from home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This Forbes article considers the mental health consequences of working remotely.
Self-Help and Recovery
- 12steps.org
  This is a calendar of online recovery meetings.
- Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)'s Online Support Groups
  The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance offers online support groups for people living with depression and bipolar disorder.
- Emotions Anonymous
  Emotions Anonymous is a 12-step recovery program for people living with emotional difficulties.
- Narcotics Anonymous
  Narcotics Anonymous is a 12-step program designed to help people living with a drug addiction.
- Self Mutilators Anonymous
  Self Mutilators Anonymous is a free service that helps individuals recover from physical self-mutilation.
Shelter and Housing
- CDC: Resources for Homeless Shelters: Plan, Prepare, and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides guidance for how to plan, prepare, and respond to people experiencing homelessness during COVID-19.
- Homelessness Resource Center
  SAMHSA programs and resources help prevent and end homelessness among people with mental or substance use disorders.
- Housing Support when Universities, Colleges Close Due to COVID-19
  Agencies will need to help some youth find housing while their college or university is closed. These agencies should also prepare to offer youth assistance with food, health care, and emotional support.
- HUD: If you have experienced attempted exploitation by a landlord, file a complaint online or call
  Have you experienced housing discrimination? This web page instructs you on how to file a complaint with HUD’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity.
- National Alliance to End Homelessness
  The National Alliance to End Homelessness works to create policies and resources that support solutions to end homelessness.
- National Health Care for the Homeless Council: Shelter Health
  The National Health Care for the Homeless Council works to improve health care for people experiencing homelessness.
- Supporting Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness During the COVID-19 Outbreak: Questions to Consider
  The United States Interagency Council on Homelessness poses five questions for communities to consider on how to support children and youth experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Stigma and Bias
- CDC: Reducing Stigma
  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides suggestions on how communicators and public health officials can help reduce stigma during the COVID-19 response.
Substances – Use and Treatment
- Hazelden's Resources for Family Members
  The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation provides resources for families facing alcohol and other drug addictions.
- National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors (NASADAD)
  The National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors supports the development of effective alcohol and other drug abuse prevention and treatment programs.
- National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
  The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism supports and conducts research on diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of alcohol-related problems.
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
  The National Institute on Drug Abuse works to advance science on the causes and consequences of drug use and addiction and to use that knowledge to improve individual and public health.
- Online Support Community for Parents and Caregivers of Individuals with Substance Use Disorders
  The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids provides a free online support community for parents and caregivers who may have children experimenting with, or dependent on, substances.
- Online/Phone Meeting Resources for Substance Use Disorder
  The Washington Area Intergroup Association provides a list of resources for online and phone Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
- Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) Guidance
  The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has expanded their previous opioid treatment program guidance to provide increased flexibility during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- SAMHSA - Promoting Emotional Health and Preventing Suicide
  This SAMHSA toolkit provides senior living communities with resources to promote mental and emotional health and prevent suicide.
- SAMHSA Treatment Locator
  SAMHSA’s Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator helps people find treatment facilities for substance use, addiction, or mental health problems. It is secure and anonymous.
- SAMHSA: Use of Telemedicine While Providing Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
  This Drug Enforcement Administration statement clarifies how practitioners can use telemedicine as a tool to expand medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder under current DEA regulations.
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
  The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration works to improve substance abuse and mental health treatment services to those who are most in need of them.
Suicide Prevention, Education, and Research
- Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention
  The Action Alliance works to advance the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention and reduce the annual suicide rate. The Action Alliance currently supports efforts that transform health systems, transform communities, and change the conversation about suicide.
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
  The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention works to understand and prevent suicide and to support those affected by suicide.
- Best Practices in Care Transitions
  Download a summary of the report Best Practices in Care Transitions for Individuals with Suicide Risk: Inpatient Care to Outpatient Care.
- Best Practices in Care Transitions for Individuals with Suicide Risk: Inpatient Care to Outpatient Care
  This report discusses evidence-based practices health systems can use to improve the care transition process for individuals with suicide risk.
- Compliance Standards Pave the Way for Reducing Suicide in Health Care Systems
  This article discusses strategies and compliance standards for suicide prevention in health care systems.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7 support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
- Suicide Prevention Competencies for Faith Leaders: Supporting Life Before, During, and After a Suicidal Crisis
  This document aims to equip faith leaders with the capabilities they need to prevent suicide and provide care for those affected by suicide.
- Suicide Risk Management Consultation Program (SRM)
  The Suicide Risk Management Consultation Program provides free consultation, support, and resources that promote therapeutic best practices for providers working with veterans at risk of suicide.
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline – English
  The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides crisis resources and support for people in distress.
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline – Spanish
  The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7 support for Spanish-speaking people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
- Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC)
  The Suicide Prevention Resource Center provides technical assistance, training, and resources for professionals serving people at risk for suicide. It is the only federally supported resource center devoted to advancing the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention.
- Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
  The Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors provides support and resources for individuals grieving the death of a military loved one.
Unemployment and Re-Employment
- CareerOneStop
  This website provides information on career exploration, training, and jobs.
- Unemployment Insurance
  Learn more about unemployment insurance. Unemployment insurance provides money to eligible workers who have lost their jobs. This web page provides more information about unemployment benefits, including COVID-19 updates.
Telephone Support and Hotlines
- Crisis Text Line
  Crisis Text Line is a crisis-intervention hotline that conducts conversations exclusively by text message. Trained crisis counselors are available 24 hours a day.
- CrisisNOW
  CrisisNOW provides a roadmap to safe, effective crisis care. Their goal is to keep people out of emergency rooms or jails by providing targeted services for people in distress.
- Dial 2-1-1
  2-1-1 providers connect people with local services and resources. This web page lists specific resources for the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Direct Online and Phone Support Services for LGBTQ Youth
  This web page provides online and phone support services for LGBTQ youth and their caregivers.
- Disaster Distress Helpline
  SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7 crisis counseling to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
- Mental Health - Warm Lines
  Warmlines are confidential, peer-run listening lines staffed by people who have experienced mental health conditions themselves.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline
  Staying at home during the COVID-19 crisis may not be the safest option for intimate partner violence survivors. This web page provides suggestions to make survivors feel safer during this uncertain time.
- National Human Trafficking Hotline
  The National Human Trafficking Hotline connects survivors of sex and labor trafficking with services and supports to get help and stay safe.
- National Human Trafficking Hotline Flyer
  Download the National Human Trafficking Hotline flyer (available in multiple languages) or add the National Hotline widget to your website or blog.
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
  The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7 support for people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.
- Online/Phone Meeting Resources for Substance Use Disorder
  The Washington Area Intergroup Association provides a list of resources for online and phone Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.
- SAMHSA’s National Helpline
  SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information service for individuals and families facing mental or substance use disorders. This service is available in English and Spanish.
- The National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline
  The National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline is a confidential service that connects callers with local sexual assault service providers.
- The Partnership for Drug-Free Kids Helpline
  Learn about support programs for individuals and families struggling with substance use and addiction during the COVID-19 crisis.
- Trans Lifeline
  The Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer-support service for trans and questioning individuals in crisis. All operators are trans-identified.
- TrevorChat
  A free, confidential, secure instant messaging service for LGBTQ youth that provides live help from trained volunteer counselors, open daily from 3–10pm ET / Noon–7pm PT.
- Trevor Lifeline
  The only national 24/7 crisis intervention and suicide prevention lifeline for LGBTQ young people under 25, available at 1-866-488-7386.
- TrevorText
  A free, confidential, secure service in which LGBTQ young people can text a trained Trevor counselor for support and crisis intervention, available Monday–Friday from 3–10pm ET / Noon–7pm PT by texting START to 678678.
- ULifeline
  ULifeline is an anonymous, confidential, online resource center that provides college students with information about emotional health.

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