KEEPING CAREGIVERS HEALTHY

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KEEPING CAREGIVERS HEALTHY

Stress, Anxiety & Depression

Feeling overwhelmed

Sad or Depressed?

Thinking of harming yourself or others?

Reach Out to Someone: Call a Friend or Family Member

Or Call Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

1 (800) 827-8255 (TALK)

Text: TalkWithUs to

66746

National Hotline: 1-800-662-4357 (HELP)

TTY: 1 800-487-4889

Contact the National Domestic Violence 

 1-800-799-7233 

and TTY 1-800-787-3224

Signs & Symptoms of Stress & Anxiety

  • fear and anxiety about your health and the health of loved ones
  • changes in sleep
  • can’t concentrate
  • chronic health problems get worse
  • pre-existing mental health issues get worse

SUGGESTIONS FOR COPING

Take Breaks

  • from the news about the pandemic
  • from social media
  • from anything that adds to existing stress

Eat Well

Try to Exercise

Limit Alcohol