Mental Health Help
The Coronavirus crisis can result in stress, feelings of loneliness and despair, and cause concern and uncertainty. These very valid feelings can impact mental health.
From The Human Relations Service (HRS), Wellesley: Taking Care of Yourself and Your Loved Ones During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Resources:
- CDC website: Stress and Coping
- Coping with stress and fear (flyer) https://www.mass.gov/doc/coping-with-stress-and-fear-from-covid-19/download
- Maintaining Emotional Health (from the Massachsetts Dept. of Public Health) https://www.mass.gov/info-details/maintaining-emotional-health-well-being-during-the-covid-19-outbreak
- Social distancing general (flyer) https://www.mass.gov/doc/help-prevent-covid-19-with-social-distancing/download
- Stop the spread of germs flyer https://www.mass.gov/doc/stop-the-spread-of-germs-respiratory-diseases-like-flu-and-covid-19/download
Coronavirus concerns may also heighten issues in already stressful homes and environments, and may increase domestic violence.
The Health Department and the Wellesley Police Department can help. Dial 9-1-1 for any emergencies.
Other Hotlines:
REACH Beyond Domestic Violence, 24/7 Hotline: 800-899-4000, https://reachma.org/
National Suicide Prevention: 1-800-273-8255
Department of Children & Families: 800-792-520
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Visit the Health Department regular webpages for comprehensive information on Mental Health Resources.
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Leonard Izzo, MS, RS, CHO
Director, Community and Public Health
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Health Department
Phone: 781-235-0135
Office Hours
No Public Access at this time. Please email or call for assistance.
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
After Hour Emergencies
Contact Central Dispatch at 911 or 781-235-1212
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Physical Address
90 Washington Street
2nd Floor
Wellesley, MA 02481