COVID-19 Related Resources

The Mental Health Association staff members are working remotely in light of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation. We are still providing information and referral services for those seeking mental health or substance use resources. You may use our searchable provider database 24/7 to find a clinician by going to https://www.fauquier-mha.org/find-a-provider/. You can also call our office line at 540-341-8732 and leave a voicemail detailing what resources you are looking for. We will do our best to get back to you within 24 hours.

Here is a list of some helpful resources outlining COVID-19 and how we can stay mentally well during these challenging times:

Department of Social Services COVID-19 Resources
https://covid.virginia.gov/

World Health Organization – Advice for the Public on Coronavirus
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public

Mental Health America – Mental Health and COVID-19: Information and Resources
https://mhanational.org/covid19

Coping During COVID-19: Resources for Parents
https://childmind.org/coping-during-covid-19-resources-for-parents/

Medicaid Updates
Click here to learn more about Medicaid’s action plan during COVID-19

FOR THOSE IN RECOVERY:

Don’t let meeting cancellations affect your recovery!

We understand how hard it is to maintain your recovery during this challenging time. A variety of resources is available to help you with the challenges of recovery.

There are online meetings, including:

• Alcoholics Anonymous: aa-intergroup.org/directory.php
• Culpeper Recovery: Facebook: culpeperrecovery
• Herren Wellness: https://herrenproject.org/online-support-groups/
• In The rooms: intherooms.com/home
• My Recovery: myrecovery.com
• Narcotics Anonymous: neveraloneclub.org
• Smart Recovery: smartrecovery.org/community

Meetings in Rappahannock Include:

• AA meeting at Trinity Episcopal Church in Washington, VA
• AA meeting at Remington Baptist Church in Remington, VA
• For more meetings in Rappahannock, go to www.blueridgeintergroup.org

NOTE: IF YOU DON’T HAVE A SMART PHONE OR COMPUTER, you will also find instructions for joining these meetings via phone:

*Sunday, 6 p.m. Sperryville Music Group

*Monday, 7:30 p.m. – Amissville, VA

*Tuesday 10 a.m. Strength and Hope Washington

*Thursday – 8:30 p.m. Washington NOTE: In person too (see above)

OTHER ONLINE MEETINGS NEARBY:

* Blueridge Area AA Intergroup (includes Rappahannock and surrounding counties): www.blueridgeintergroup.org

AA HOTLINE: 540-667-0322 or 1-800-835-6130

** Piedmont District 39 AA (Lists online AA meetings for Culpeper, Madison and Orange County with detailed instructions for accessing): http://d39.wildwoodweb.com/Meetings.shtml

There are podcasts, including:

• Mother Recovering: motherrecovering.com/listen
• This Naked Mind: thisnakedmind.com/category/podcast
• Recovery Elevator: recoveryelevator.com/podcasts
• Sober Girl’s Guide: asobergirlsguide.com/podcast
• That Sober Guy: thatsoberguy.com/podcast

There are helpful apps, including:

• AA Big Book
• Celebrate Recovery
• NA Speakers
• Recovery Devotionals
• Recovery Path
• Sober Tool
• 7 Cups of Tea

And there are YouTube videos, including:

• AA Speakers
• Celebrate Recovery
• NA Speakers
• SMART Recovery

You can find additional recovery resources at https://www.culpeperoverdoseawareness.org/.

Click Here to download a list of resources from Culpeper Overdose Awareness on local and national recovery resources in our area.

FUN ACTIVITIES TO DO DURING SOCIAL DISTANCING:

We realize that being indoors can be difficult for many adults, children and families. Here are some things you can consider in the age of social distancing to occupy free time:

COLORING PAGES:

Boden coloring pages: Download here
Mental Health America of Lancaster County: Adult Coloring Pages for Mental Health
Links to other coloring pages:

INDOOR ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES:

• Good Housekeeping: 50 Fun Activities for Kids
• Happier Human: 61 Fun Things To Do At Home When You’re Bored
• KIRO-7: Fun Things to Do While Social Distancing