Information And Community Resources
Nassau County Resources
Nassau County Official Page for COVID-19 Updates
All official Nassau County updates can be found on this website. You can also call the Nassau County Coronavirus Hotline at 516-227-9570
Nassau County Behavioral Health Helpline
This service can link you to the Nassau County Mobile Crisis team of the referral talk line at 516-227-8255. The page also has other resources and phone numbers you can call if you need assistance.
Town of North Hempstead Official Page for COVID-19 Updates
If you live in the Town of North Hempstead, visit this page for regular updates from Supervisor Bosworth
Resources for Immediate Response
OMH COVID-19 Emotional Support Helpline 844-863-9314
The Emotional Support Line provides free and confidential support, helping callers experiencing increased anxiety due to the coronavirus emergency. The Help Line is staffed by volunteers, including mental health professionals, who have received training in crisis counseling.
Disaster Distress Helpline
Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.The Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) provides crisis counseling and support for anyone in the U.S. experiencing distress or other behavioral health concerns related to any natural or human-caused disaster, including public health emergencies.
Crisis Text Line
Text MHA to 741741 and you’ll be connected to a trained Crisis Counselor. Crisis Text Line provides free, text-based support 24/7.
The Trevor Project
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678. A national 24-hour, toll free confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth.
Dial 2-1-1
If you need assistance finding food, paying for housing bills, accessing free childcare, or other essential services, visit 211.org or dial 211 to speak to someone who can help. Run by the United Way.
Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive. You can reach them by calling 877-565-8860.
Provider Resources
OMH Provider Resources and Guidance Document
COVID-19 Resources for Behavioral Health Providers (MCTAC & CTAC)
This page provides guidance, trainings and updates on Telehealth (plus other resources). They update frequently so be sure to check it often.
Mental Health Information
Feeling Stressed About Coronavirus (COVID-19)? Managing Anxiety in an Anxiety-Provoking Situation
Information provided by the New York State Office of Mental Health
Families and the Coronavirus
Helpful information from UCSF Department of Psychiatry on how to talk with children about COVID-19 and developmentally appropriate ideas for how to keep them feeling good during these unpredictable times.
Resources to Support Your Mental Health During the COVID-19 Outbreak
This site of resources for coping and emotional health has been developed for the benefit of all facets of the community.
Living With Mental Illness During COVID-19 Outbreak– Preparing For Your Wellness
This webpage provides information and wellness tips for individuals living with mental health conditions during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Managing Stress and Anxiety related to COVID-19
Tips For Social Distancing, Quarantine, And Isolation During An Infectious Disease Outbreak
COVID-19: Potential Implications for Individuals with Substance Use Disorders
Coronavirus and Emerging Infectious Disease Outbreak Response
These fact sheets provide information and recommendations for healthcare personnel, families, leaders, and businesses to address the psychological and behavioral health impacts of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Frequently Asked Questions on Mental Health, Mental Illness, and COVID-19
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) created a document to help guide individuals that have specific questions about their mental health situations.
Resources for Rape, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
The Safe Center LI
The Safe Center LI is maintaining emergency service responses at the Bethpage Office (Hotline and Child Advocacy Center) and Safe Home services during this time. In case of emergency call the Hotline at 516-542-0404.
LI Against Domestic Violence
A free, confidential resource for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault and their loved ones. 631-666-8833
National Domestic Violence Hotline
For any victims and survivors who need support, call 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-799-7233 for TTY, or if you’re unable to speak safely, you can log onto thehotline.org or text LOVEIS to 22522.