We know that families are dealing with a lot of stress regarding the continuous news about Coronavirus (COVID-19). Many large gatherings and social events are being canceled in IL, USA and throughout the world. Many who are dealing with stress and anxiety might be a little overwhelmed about all the news about this pandemic. We at Step Up For Mental HealthⓇ are here if you need us. Our 1:1 Peer Chat Support can talk with you via phone, video chat or SMS if you need to just talk to someone one-to-one or are lonely.
Many seniors and individuals whose immune systems are compromised or are dealing with mental health-related issues and are not able to get around are especially vulnerable to anxiety, depression or loneliness. Please reach out to our helpline and one of our Helpline Peer Support Facilitators will set up a day and time to chat. Though our helpline is not a 24-hour crisis center, we are always here if you need to reach out to us during our business hours just to chat.
Our Programming: Until Further Notice
In Illinois, we have a ban on how many people can gather at this time called (Social Distancing) What this means is until further notice, we will not be gatherings for large events.
The good news, since we are a smaller nonprofit, many of our events in 2020 for the first half of the year will most likely be via a virtual meeting, webinar, conference, educational training, and peer-led or on-demand learning. A great way to meet new people who are dealing with some of the same challenges, but in the safety of your own home and following the CDC’s and our state guidelines.
Many of our staff and volunteers work from home, so this will be our standard and our services will not be affected regards to our helpline and seeking out resources from us.
You are not alone and we are here to support you together. If you need more information about the COVID-19 pandemic the best information out there is the CDC.gov website or our local Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) organization. We will list some important tips below note! Ways to reach us. Contact Us form or Helpline.
More to come in the next few weeks on new classes to sign up for virtual events and more. Check out the event page and online classes and webinars for updates! From all of us at Step Up For Mental HealthⓇ, we wish your family and community a safe year ahead.
