COVID – 19
Resources for Managing COVID -19
Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation COVID-19 Media Toolkit
The images and examples for social media posts below were developed by Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation and are free to the public. Clicking any image will download a high-resolution PDF file.
Example Social Media Posts
In such a scary time, it is important to reach out to those who might be having a harder time with social distancing. If you are struggling, reach out to @crisistextline by texting SHARE to 741741 #youmatter #mentalhealthawareness.
If going out to get groceries is adding stress to your plate, reach out to [LOCAL HOTLINE] for how you can get your food and toiletries delivered.
Social Distancing can be lonely, be sure to reach out to friends and family through texts, emails, facetime, or Skype. Visit ohiospf.org for a list of local resources. #reachout
If stress reactions interfere with your everyday activities, reach out to your healthcare provider. Contact [LOCAL HOTLINE/RESOURCE] for more information.
Uncertainty is widespread right now, but we can help people stay in control of their emotions. Help us share tips on managing coronavirus-related stress and anxiety to all those we serve. A social media toolkit is available at mha.ohio.gov/coronavirus for you or your agency to use on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more. Scroll to the bottom of the page to download sample messages.
Opioid and Substance Use Treatment Providers
Below are resources for opioids and other substance use providers to help transition services to be COVID-19 responsive.
DEA Guidelines on Use of Telemedicine
While Providing Medication Assisted
Treatment (MAT)
Please direct inquiries to:
OTP Questions: [email protected]
General BH questions: [email protected]
Supporting Mental Health During COVID-19
Additional Mental Health Resources
NAMI Athens, and Suicide Prevention Resources
Social Media Toolkit
Uncertainty is widespread right now, but we can help people stay in control of their emotions. Help us share tips on managing coronavirus-related stress and anxiety to all those we serve. A social media toolkit is available at mha.ohio.gov/coronavirus for you or your agency to use on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more. Scroll to the bottom of the page to download sample messages.
Supporting Children During COVID-19
Ohio Department of Education a new video message
COVID-19 Information for Ohio’s Schools and Districts
Talking with Children About COVID-19
Guidance for Higher Education During COVID-19
Children are experiencing the pandemic with adults, but not necessarily in the same way. The resources below can help explain what’s going on and ensure that children stay as healthy and happy as possible.
The Hope Center Resources for College Students
Culturally Competent Services in Disaster Situations
New SAMHSA Publications: Spanish-Language Tips for Coping with Disaster SAMHSA has released several new Spanish-language resources to help individuals cope with disasters:
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) ensures cultural and linguistically appropriate disaster preparedness by sharing a video of their daily updates in multiple languages. Videos can be viewed on the Ohio Channel’s Ohio Channel’s YouTube.
Resources from Ohio Department of Health
- The ODH website is updated daily: coronavirus.ohio.gov.
- The ODH call center is open daily 9 am – 8 pm: 1-833-4-ASK-ODH
- The governor’s office holds a regular press conference, broadcast on the Ohio Channel; past conferences are recorded and archived in many languages.
Public Health Communicators Get Your Community Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
The Ash Center has launched a new COVID-19 website
for local and state government practitioners.
CDC resource for rural communities
Other actions by the FCCrelated to COVID-19
include more funding for the Rural Health Care program.
Interstate Commission for EMS Personnel Practice updated the Interstate Licensing Compact
