Nancy Grayson Elementary School recently issued the following announcement.
Behavioral Health Resource Helpline
The Department of Human Services (DHS) has launch a statewide Support & Referral Helpline staffed by skilled and compassionate caseworkers who will be available 24/7 to counsel Pennsylvanians struggling with anxiety and other challenging emotions due to the COVID-19 emergency and refer them to community-based resources that can further help to meet individual needs.
The toll-free, round-the-clock support number to call is 1-855-284-2494. For TTY, dial 724-631-5600.
Other resources available to Pennsylvanians in need of support, include:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Línea Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio: 1-888-628-9454
Crisis Text Line: Text “PA” to 741-741
Safe2Say: 1-844-723-2729 or safe2saypa.org
Veteran Crisis Line: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
Get Help Now Hotline (for substance use disorders): 1-800-662-4357
Mental Health Support Line : 1-855-284-2494
Shippensburg Area School District Family Support Line: 717-530-2818 (all messages will be returned to the caller by a staff member)
Original source: http://www.shipk12.org/behavioral-health-resource-helpline/