PHYSICAL HEALTH
How COVID-19 Spreads
The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks. The transmission can occur between people who are within about 6 feet of each other. Some recent studies have suggested that COVID-19 may be spread by people who are not showing symptoms.
It may be possible that a person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or possibly their eyes. This is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads, but we are still learning more about this virus.
Prevention and Protection
Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub. Also, routinely clean frequently touched surfaces.
The Best Way to Clean Your Home
A Simulation to the Benefits of Social Distancing
MENTAL HEALTH
National Alliance on Mental Illness
DIFFICULT SITUATIONS
24/7 Hotlines
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
- Call 800.799.7233 (800.799.SAFE)
- TTY 1−800−787−3224
- text LOVEIS to 22522
- chat via Website
- 24/7, confidential, and free
National Sexual Assault Hotline
- Call 800.656.4673 (800.656.HOPE)
- chat via Website
- 24/7, confidential, and free
The Deaf Hotline (for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled)
Additional Hotlines
The Trans LifeLine (9am-3am CT)
- 1-877-565-8860
- Staffed exclusively by trans operators
- Policy against Non-consensual active rescue
The StrongHearts Native Helpline (7am-10pm CT)
- 1.844.762.8483 (1.844.7NATIVE)
- Specifically for Native communities
- Visit their Website
- 24/7, confidential
National Parent Helpline (Monday to Friday 12pm-9am CT)
- 1.855.427.2736 (855.4APARENT)
- Visit their Website
- Emotional support and advocacy for parents
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE