Coping During Coronavirus

The outbreak of infectious diseases such as Covid-19 (Coronavirus) can be a stressful time. It’s important during times like these to keep track of both your physical and your mental health. Know the signs of stress and when and how to seek help for yourself, as well as loved ones.

COPING WITH STRESS

It is not uncommon to feel anxious or worried while listening, reading or watching the news, even if you’re at little to  no risk of getting ill yourself. During this stressful time, don't forget your own self-care. Take time to breathe, exercise, get plenty of sleep, and take a break from the news and social media periodically.

• CalHope: Chat or call for safe, secure emotional support
  
  
• Building Healthy Habits at Home
  
  
• Tips for Self-Care During COVID-19
  
  
• Keep Your Mind Grounded
  
  
• When to Ask for Help
  
  
• Wellbeing Apps
  
  
• California Surgeon General's Playbook: Stress Relief during COVID-19

SOCIAL DISTANCING & QUARANTINE

• Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health: Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak

FAMILIES

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Top Parenting Tips in Uncertain Times

• Covid-19 Parenting
  • One-on-One Time
  • Keeping it Positive
  • Structure Up
  • Bad Behavior
  • Keep Calm and Manage Stress
  • Talking about Covid-19
    
    
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Sesame Street in Communities resources and activities for children
  
  
• Stories to help young children talk about their feelings
  • Hello! My name is Coronavirus
  • Fighting the Big Virus: Trinka and Sam's Questions
    
    
• How Teenagers Can Protect their Mental Health During Coronavirus
  

RESOURCES FOR OLDER ADULTS

• Feeling lonely or isolated? 
  Call the Senior Support Line
  (800) 235-9980

• Ventura County Area Agency on Aging
  805-477-7300

• 211 Ventura County
  Call 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898211