“Resource Faves” is a collection of the most shared resources that our volunteers found helpful or valuable during the month to share with texters.
Check out which resources made the list this month! The first 10 were the same as last month.
#11 Mental Health Directories is a list of top inclusive directories to help you find a therapist: bit.ly/mhd_enn
#12 (EN/ES) CDC - Mental Health Resources Hub shares information with individuals about different mental health resources —whether that’s immediate crisis support, treatment options, peer groups, or assistance with basic needs. bit.ly/CDCrh_en
#13 (EN/ES) The Anxiety and Depression Association of America offers prevention, treatment, and support for anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and more: bit.ly/ADAA_refn
#14 Be Strong is a website and app that can support you through bullying, depression, thoughts of suicide, and other challenges: bit.ly/strong_refn
#15 Open Path Collective is a directory for in person & online therapy for less than $80 per session, plus a one-time membership fee of $65: bit.ly/opc_rn
#16 (EN/ES) This Breathing GIF leads you through an exercise to help you control your breathing when you're feeling anxious or having a panic attack: bit.ly/bgif_enr
#17 Dealing with Break-Ups talks about feelings that can happen after break-ups, self-care reminders, and tips for breaking up respectfully: bit.ly/dwb_resn
#18 (EN/ES) Antidepressant Skills Workbook offers a self guide for managing depression through self-care and coping skills: bit.ly/ASW_resn
#19 (EN/ES) Cornell Research Program provides a PDF that lists alternatives to self-harm and distraction techniques for dealing with self-injury: bit.ly/cornell_refn
#20 (EN/ES) Mental Health America a website that provides education, resources, and screenings to detect mental illness: bit.ly/MHA_rn & bit.ly/MHAdir_r
This month’s 5 least used resources:
🔎 The LGBT National Senior Hotline is for elder adults who want to talk on the phone to receive peer support or to discuss various topics: bit.ly/slh_enrn
🔎 Strength After offers resources, DDH online peer support, and is for survivors of gun violence, terrorist attacks, and natural disasters, etc. bit.ly/sta_enrn
🔎 The Consumer Voice LTC Program advocates for quality care for people who live in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and similar. bit.ly/ncvd_en
🔎 TimeDone is a program that provides members free benefits tailored to the needs of formerly arrested or convicted people. bit.ly/tido_enn
🔎 The Vicarious Trauma Toolkit (VTT) offers a way to understand how helping others in crisis can affect service providers and first responders. bit.ly/vicarioustt_res
Valuable Yet Overlooked Resources:
📌 “How We Feel” is a free journal app. Over time and consistent use, you can spot trends / patterns and learn to practice coping strategies. bit.ly/HWFA_enn
📌 HelpGuide - Setting Healthy Boundaries in Relationships shares information about boundaries, types, and how to set healthy ones to strengthen relationships and personal overall wellbeing. bit.ly/shbg_r
📌 “Help Someone Else” shares some tips about how to support a third party who may be in crisis and warning signs that a loved one may need support. bit.ly/tpl_rn
