Updated at 1:08 PM,  November 18, 2020

This page contains links to official sources for COVID-19 health information, especially in regards to the mental health implications of the pandemic.

MHA of Northeast Indiana Virtual Services

MHANI Programs and Resources

Sign up for MHANI support groups and trainings on Eventbrite

Free mental health screenings from Mental Health America can help you and your medical professional better understand what you may be experiencing.

Crisis Emotional Support

Remedy Live text support

Park Center Helpline  answered 24/7

For 24/7 help, text LOOKUP to 494949, call (800) 284-8439, or chat online

Disaster Distress Helpline has a 24/7 emotional support and crisis counseling for anyone in the U.S./territories experiencing emotional distress or other mental health concerns related to the Coronavirus outbreak. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text ‘TalkWithUs’ to 66746 to be connected to a trained, caring counselor.

Crisis Text Line Text MHA to 741741 to be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor. Free, text-based support 24/7.

Coping and Staying Emotionally Well During COVID-19-related School Closures

Shine, in partnership with Mental Health America, has vetted and compiled a wealth of research-backed and helpful tools for you—articles, meditations, access to mental health experts, anxiety screenings, and more.

 

Mental health and COVID-19

World Health Organization: Mental Health Considerations during COVID-19 Outbreak

CDC: Mental Health and Coping During COVID-19

Be Well Indiana: Information and resources compiled by the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction designed to help  Hoosiers stay connected and maintain their well-being.

Coronavirus Anxiety – Helpful Expert Tips and Resources from Anxiety and Depression Association of America Parents and Children

Reources for parents from Nationwide Children’s Hospital

FSSA/Brighter Futures Indiana: Child care options for Hoosier parents and providers

Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus Child Mind Institute ALSO IN SPANISH

National Association of School Psychologists, Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource

Teaching Resources/Activities

Virtual School Activities! Live webcams, virtual tours/trips, and other miscellaneous fun academic sites. 

Distance Learning Resources from the Smithsonian

Scholastic Classroom Magazines Learn at Home

Virtual Field Trips from Discovery Education

75 Virtual Museum Tours Around the World [Art, History, Science, and Technology]

A Complete Guide To Internet Service During The Coronavirus Pandemic

Caregivers

Care for Caregivers: Tips for Families and Educators

National Alliance for Caregiving

Financial Support/Services

Local small business resources from Greater Fort Wayne, Inc. COVID-19 Response Center

Indiana Michigan Power is temporarily suspending all disconnections for non-payment as the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread in our communities.

Effective Monday, March 16, 2020, Comcast is offering 2 months free to new Internet Essentials customers in response to recent and anticipated emergency measures associated with the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

U.S. Small Business Administration offers two low-interest disaster assistance loans for businesses and nonprofits

General health updates

Allen County Department of Health: Up to date COVID-19 information for Allen County, IN. Includes specific recommendations for businesses, schools, churches and other organizations.

Indiana State Department of Health COVID-19 data and updates

CDC COVID-19 health information

Mental Health America of Northeast Indiana
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Tomorrow brings two sessions of our Peer Support Groups: Creative Growth (Adult) and Artful Expressions: 📈Creative Growth is for anyone ages 18+ seeking personal growth via creative practices. Each session is led by our Community Counselor and contains a quick breathing exercise, a creative activity, and the opportunity to reflect on the experience, share their work, and learn from others in the group. Group meets most Tuesdays from 10:00-11:30am at Georgetown Library in Study Room C. Pre-register for each session by searching for "Creative Growth" here: acpl.lib.in.us/adult-programs 🎨Artful Expressions is an art support group led by our Peer Support Specialist, designed to encourage expression and promote mental wellness in an artistic community. This week's session will imitate Georgia O'Keefe's flowers! Group meets at Harshman Hall, HM2420, at Ivy Tech's North Campus EVERY Tuesday (minus campus closings) from 6-7:30 pm. Anyone ages 15+ are welcome in the group. No diagnosis or artistic background is required, and there is no cost or pre-registration. Learn more about Peer Support Groups here: https://mhanortheastindiana.org/our-services/peer-support
The 2024 Art of Hope gallery kicks off with an Opening Ceremony on November 15th, and now is the time to claim your exclusive catalogue! This exhibit features a collection of inspiring works created by artists who use creation as a powerful tool to cope with mental health challenges. Within the catalogue, each art piece is accompanied by the creator's personal story, offering a glimpse into their journeys and the transformative power of creativity. Claim your exclusive catalogue by committing to a recurring, monthly donation of $5 OR a one-time donation of $50 using this donation form: https://bit.ly/3Bv7LJQ ‼ Catalogues are a very limited run, so you must claim yours by October 11th! ‼ Art of Hope runs through January 3rd at First Presbyterian Church Gallery. Learn more about the event here: https://mhanortheastindiana.org/artofhope
If you haven’t been able to join us for a Bookish Minds book club, October is a great time to start! The club will be discussing "Group: How One Therapist and a Circle of Strangers Saved My Life," a witty memoir exploring one woman's journey to connection and growth via her psychotherapy group. Please note, this book has adult themes and is recommended for adults. If you have trouble finding a copy of the book, feel free to contact Casey Knuth at cknuth@mhanortheastindiana.org who may be able to assist. We hope to see you October 17th at the NIIC, from 6-7:30 pm! Pre-register for the club and reminders here: https://forms.office.com/r/2XsF92t6nA
Only Artful Expressions is meeting tomorrow; Creative Growth will return next week! 🎨Artful Expressions is an art support group led by our Peer Support Specialist, designed to encourage expression and promote mental wellness in an artistic community. This week's session will focus on mindfulness! Group meets at Harshman Hall, HM2420, at Ivy Tech's North Campus EVERY Tuesday (minus campus closings) from 6-7:30 pm. Anyone ages 15+ are welcome in the group. No diagnosis or artistic background is required, and there is no cost or pre-registration. Learn more about Peer Support Groups here: https://mhanortheastindiana.org/our-services/peer-support
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Harvest of Hope fall festival last Saturday! It was a beautiful day to promote mental health. A very special thank you to Fingerle Farms Greenhouse, who facilitated the festival for us. Be sure to check out their page for all your pumpkin and flower needs! Mark your calendars MHANI's next event is Art of Hope, which kicks off with an Opening Ceremony on November 15th, 6-7:30 pm, at First Presbyterian Church. See all of MHANI's events on our website: https://mhanortheastindiana.org/eventscalendar
Tomorrow brings two sessions of our Peer Support Groups: Creative Growth (Adult) and Artful Expressions: 📈Creative Growth is for anyone ages 18+ seeking personal growth via creative practices. Each session is led by our Community Counselor and contains a quick breathing exercise, a creative activity, and the opportunity to reflect on the experience, share their work, and learn from others in the group. Group meets most Tuesdays from 10:00-11:30am at Georgetown Library in Study Room C, beginning September 3rd. Pre-register for each session by searching for "Creative Growth" here: acpl.lib.in.us/adult-programs 🎨Artful Expressions is an art support group led by our Peer Support Specialist, designed to encourage expression and promote mental wellness in an artistic community. This week's session will focus on mindfulness by creating Zentangles! Group meets at Harshman Hall, HM2420, at Ivy Tech's North Campus EVERY Tuesday (minus campus closings) from 6-7:30 pm. Anyone ages 15+ are welcome in the group. No diagnosis or artistic background is required, and there is no cost or pre-registration. Learn more about Peer Support Groups here: https://mhanortheastindiana.org/our-services/peer-support
Have you coordinated your carload for this Saturday's Harvest of Hope fall festival, yet? Join MHANI at Fingerle Farms Greenhouse to celebrate hope and community while raising awareness about mental health. Proceeds from this event directly benefit MHANI's programming, providing mental health services throughout Northeast Indiana. Harvest of Hope takes place September 21st from 10am-2pm, and admission is $10 per carload. Activities will include hay rides, pumpkin picking and decorating, a corn maze, walking trails. open greenhouses, face painting, and more! Each child who attends will receive a free small or medium pumpkin, with additional pumpkins available for purchase.
Tomorrow is a triple-hitter for MHANI's peer support groups, bringing sessions of Creative Growth for teens and adults, plus Artful Expressions! 📈Creative Growth is for anyone seeking personal growth via creative practices. Each session is led by our Community Counselor and contains a quick breathing exercise, a creative activity, and the opportunity to reflect on the experience, share their work, and learn from others in the group. Teen edition meets the third Tuesdays of the month. 📝 Please pre-register for classes at https://peabody.librarymarket.com/index.php/events/month Adult edition meets most Tuesdays from 10:00-11:30am at Georgetown Library in Study Room C, beginning September 3rd. Pre-register for each session by searching for "Creative Growth" here: acpl.lib.in.us/adult-programs 🎨Artful Expressions is an art support group led by our Peer Support Specialist, designed to encourage expression and promote mental wellness in an artistic community. This week's session will focus on Henri Matisse! Group meets at Harshman Hall, HM2420, at Ivy Tech's North Campus EVERY Tuesday (minus campus closings) from 6-7:30 pm. Anyone ages 15+ are welcome in the group. No diagnosis or artistic background is required, and there is no cost or pre-registration. Learn more about Peer Support Groups here: https://mhanortheastindiana.org/our-services/peer-support
Check today's Journal Gazette, where you'll find an Opinion piece by MHANI's Executive Director, Tara Holliday! She breaks down the importance of preventive mental health measures and community building. Subscribers can read the piece here: https://www.journalgazette.net/opinion/columnists/community-connections-channel-mental-health-care/article_221e7924-7138-11ef-8417-4fa133470cf3.html
Want a FREE ticket to Harvest of Hope? 🍂🍁 We're giving away free admission for one lucky winner to MHANI's fall festival, coming up in ONE WEEK! To enter: 🎃 Like this post 🎃 Tag a friend in the comments Each comment earns you an extra entry to win! Winner will be announced on Monday, September 16th. Harvest of Hope will feature fun for the family! Activities include FREE pumpkins for children, a corn maze, face painting, hay rides, straw castles, a corn pit, pumpkin decorating, and more! Join us Saturday, September 21st, from 10am-2pm at Fingerle Farms Greenhouse to engage in community and support mental wellness in Northeast Indiana.
Bookish Minds returns in one week to discuss Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds. This book is a quick and accessible read, and there's still time to join! Every third Thursday of the month, MHANI facilitates discussions over diverse narratives, exploring themes like resilience, anxiety, and healing. In these discussions, MHANI hopes to promote reflection, explore mental wellness strategies, and foster a safe and supportive space for growth and empathy. Join us in dismantling stigma and embracing the transformative power of literature in our journey towards well-being. 🗓️ When: Every third Thursday of the month, beginning July 18th ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM 📍 Where: Northeast Indiana Innovation Center (NIIC) at 3211 Stellhorn Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46815, room BKD For more information, including a reading list and trigger warnings, visit https://mhanortheastindiana.org/bookish-minds 📝Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/2XsF92t6nA ***Please note, this club will explore books that at times delve into heavy content. We invite those ages 18+ or 16+ with an accompanying adult to attend.
Tomorrow brings two sessions of our Peer Support Groups: Creative Growth (Adult) and Artful Expressions: 📈Creative Growth is for anyone ages 18+ seeking personal growth via creative practices. Each session is led by our Community Counselor and contains a quick breathing exercise, a creative activity, and the opportunity to reflect on the experience, share their work, and learn from others in the group. Group meets most Tuesdays from 10:00-11:30am at Georgetown Library in Study Room C, beginning September 3rd. Pre-register for each session by searching for "Creative Growth" here: acpl.lib.in.us/adult-programs 🎨Artful Expressions is an art support group led by our Peer Support Specialist, designed to encourage expression and promote mental wellness in an artistic community. This week's session will focus on creating space for emotion in your art! Group meets at Harshman Hall, HM2420, at Ivy Tech's North Campus EVERY Tuesday (minus campus closings) from 6-7:30 pm. Anyone ages 15+ are welcome in the group. No diagnosis or artistic background is required, and there is no cost or pre-registration. Learn more about Peer Support Groups here: https://mhanortheastindiana.org/our-services/peer-support