NAMI-SCC HELPLINE
English: 831-427-8020 x7
Español: 831-205-7074
During this difficult time, the NAMI-SCC HelpLine is here for you. HelpLine volunteers can answer questions, offer support and provide practical next steps. Call us today and you will receive a call back from a trained NAMI volunteer.
English: 831-427-8020 x7
Español: 831-205-7074
During this difficult time, the NAMI-SCC HelpLine is here for you. HelpLine volunteers can answer questions, offer support and provide practical next steps. Call us today and you will receive a call back from a trained NAMI volunteer.
Helping Families Deal with the Stress of Relocation After a DisasterUnplanned evacuations during a disaster can cause great stress on a community and on the individuals in that community.
This handout gives you information and tips that explain • basic information about stress • signs of and ways to help family members deal with relocation stress • signs of stress in young people of different age groups (preschool to high school age) • ways to help young people deal with stress (preschool to high school age) • how to help the elderly deal with relocation stress • where to find further information on these topics. |
From the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
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Resource Guide
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Helplines
Disaster Distress Hotline from Mental Health America For those experiencing emotional distress related to natural disasters: 1-800-985-5990 or text ‘TalkWithUs’ to 66746 In English and Spanish 24/7 CA Peer-Run Warm Line The California Peer-Run Warm Line is a mental health resource that people can use to seek mental health support from those with lived experience. 1-855-845-7415 NAMI-SCC HelpLine Local NAMI Helpline is run by trained volunteers to answer questions, offer support, and provide practical next steps for those with mental health conditions and their loved ones. Leave a message and receive a call back within 24 hrs. English: 831-427-8020 x7 Spanish: 831-205-7074 Psychiatric Services Santa Cruz County Behavioral Health Crisis Services Suicide Prevention of the Central Coast 24/7 Suicide Prevention Line (Toll-free): 1-877-663-5433 CZU Mental Health Providers More local crisis resources Coping Strategies Positive Discipline Community Resources Local resource list and great article on navigating parenting in the middle of a disaster Coping with Disaster from Mental Health America Succinct list with information about common reactions and tips for coping Youtube: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes on Coping After a Disaster 15-minute video on tips for coping after a disaster Psychiatry.org: Coping With Disaster Comprehensive article on common reactions in adults and children, and step to help. Includes extensive list of links to resources for adults and children. |
Stress relief tools from our Program Manager, Anastasia Baboulevitch
Yoga with Adriene: Yoga for After A Disaster Yoga can be helpful for reducing physical and mental stress. Try this 30-minute session with Adriene Mishler to help you find comfort and peace. Diaphragmatic Breathing Diaphragmatic breathing can be helpful for reducing anxiety. Watch this 3-minute video from Massachusetts General Hospital to learn the basics. Guided Meditation: Headache/Migraine/Neck Tension Relief Anxiety or stress may show up in the body through neck or head tension. Listen to this 15-minute video from The Honest Guys to bring relief to these areas. How you can help others Community Foundation Fire Resource Fund Local organization Community Foundation has started a fund to help finance organizations helping those affected by the fires. This page also includes a number of other ways to help. Community Action Board Emergency Needs Response Funds Contribute to CABs emergency fund for underserved individuals Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz Sign up to volunteer at one of the evacuation centers or animal shelters Santa Cruz Mutual Aid Spreadsheet Find who needs help directly, and list what you can offer Santa Cruz Mutual Aid Facebook Group Donation Drop-Off Sites Drop-off sites and needs in Santa Cruz County. This page also includes resources on evacuation, shelter, health and safety, and current information |
