ACMH hopes you and your family stay safe, well and supported during this time of crisis...

The Association for Children’s Mental Health exists to provide help and hope to families by empowering them with the information, resources and support they need especially during times of crisis and the coronavirus has certainly reached the crisis level. As a statewide family organization we know that supporting our kids and family’s mental health needs can be challenging even in the best of times and access to quality information is essential! Since we do not have physical or mental health professionals on staff to answer many of the questions that are coming our way, we have gathered the a list of links and information that have been shared by trusted resources and community partners and have shared them below. We hope you find information that is helpful as you work to keep yourself & your family safe and supported!

* NEW – Recently Added Resources *

Resources to Support Your Child & Family’s Mental Health This Holiday Season

Supporting Children & Teens During This Holiday Season National Child Traumatic Stress Center
Child Mind – Holidays During the Pandemic Child Mind Institute
Seven Tips to Get Ready for the Holidays Children’s Mental Health Ontario
COVID-19 Holiday Season May Be Particularly Hard on Kids: What to Do
Rethinking the Holidays and Covid 19 and Holiday Stress from On Our Sleeves
5 Ways to Reduce COVID Holiday Disappointment for Kids Understood.org
CDC Guidance for Holidays and Small Gatherings

MDHHS Free Virtual Support Groups To Help You Stay Well Has the pandemic disrupted your family life? Parents across Michigan are feeling overwhelmed by the extra responsibilities and stress COVID-19 has created. You’re invited to participate in a virtual support group designed specifically for parents of children up to age 18, hosted by our Stay Well crisis counseling team. Register for one or both sessions offered on Tuesday December 15^th or 19^th from 4 to 5 p.m. After registering you’ll receive a confirmation email about how to join online. Hurry! There are only 30 spots available for each session.

MDHHS Shares Covid-19 Guidance for Holiday Travel & Gatherings

Check out the ACMH Holiday 2020 Newsletter for more information.

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Check out ACMH’s newly posted Back to School Resource Page Today!

ACMH Back to School Resource Page Links

Resources for College Age Students/Young Adults

Should I Attend College in the Fall_ Questions for Students with Mental Health Conditions to Consider
Finishing College Classes During COVID-19
Working from Home During the COVID-19 Pandemic
How Young Adults Can Manage Loss of Income During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Parents Chime In – Self Care While Supporting Loved Ones During a Pandemic

Back to School Information and Resources

MI Safe Schools Roadmap
Michigan Alliance for Families Education Covid-19 Resource Page
Michigan Department of Education Covid-19 Information and Resource Page
Back to School Anxiety During Covid-19
CDC- Back to School Planning: Checklists to Guide Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers
Preparing Kids for an Unconventional School Year
MDE Guidance for Return to School For Students With IEPS

Resources to Support Your Kids During Re-Opening

Helping Children Face the Challenges of Re-Opening

Managing Anxiety During Re-Opening Joey the Kangaroo and Her Coping with Covid Plan
Accessible – Tips for Childcare Providers During Re-Opening
Managing Anxiety During Re-Opening
Teenagers and Re-opening -Tips for Keeping Kids Safe During a Confusing Time
Getting Kids to Work with You During the Coronavirus Crisis – Increasing Cooperation in Kids With Autism

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services MDHHS Resources

NEW MDHHS shares new guidance in response to the lifting of the Governor’s Stay Home Stay Safe Order:

MDHHS Online Resources:

MDHHS Phone Resources:

MDHHS Covid-19 Hotline: 1-888-535-6136
Free, Confidential Emotional Support Counseling 1-888-535-6136 and press 8 when prompted.
Michigan Crisis Text Line Text the keyword RESTORE to 741741
Michigan PEER Warmline 1-888-PEER-753 (888-733-7753) Available every day from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. for residents with serious mental illness or substance use challenges.

MDHHS Documents:

MDHHS Mental Health Tip Sheets:

The Coronavirus and Mental Health Resources

Mental Health Crisis Resources

SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline: Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 1-800-273-8255 or click here to chat.
Crisis Text Line for Free, Confidential Support 24/7 : TEXT “START” TO 741741.
For more crisis resources for youth and families click here.

Self Care

Meditations and Calming Exercises Free From Calm.com
Parent Support Network – Virtual Parent Support Groups Network for Parents

Education and Virtual Learning Resources

Resources for Teens and Young Adults and Those Supporting Them

Tips and Strategies for Talking To Your Kids About the Coronavirus:

The National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health Covid-19 Resources

Tips for Surviving ‘Home-based Life’

Stuck at Home? 20 Learning Activities to Keep Kids Busy

Free online educational and play resources:

Other Resources for Michigan Families

Michigan Coronavirus help: Families can get food, cash, internet during crisis.
Cable: Comcast and Charter Spectrum are offering free internet for 60 days for qualifying families.
Eviction Help click here.
Unemployment Benefits: Click here to apply for unemployment benefits.

New resources will be added daily so be sure to check back frequently if you do not find what you need or feel free to email us at thenrizi@acmh-mi.org.

Stay well and stay safe! The ACMH Family

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