This is a stressful time! It's important to take care of yourself and your mental health. I hope these resources will help you to do just that!
***In the event of an emergency, or if you feel in danger of harming yourself or others, please call 911. Other resources are Carilion Connect (540-981-8181) and the National Crisis Line (1-800-784-2433). If you feel you are being physically harmed by a caregiver, you may call Roanoke City Child Protective Services at (853-2245).****
Counseling Resources
I am still counseling students!
To schedule a counseling appointment with Mrs. Turnbull, please call my office at (540) 853-6448. If I am unable to take your call, please leave me a voicemail, and I will call you back.
You can also email me at [email protected] I am available for counseling Monday-Friday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm via phone or via a HIPAA compliant video call on doxy.me. Once we have an appointment scheduled, I will send you a link to our doxy.me counseling session.
Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare is still providing counseling services and is accepting NEW PATIENTS. Click here to find more information:
BRBH - Open for New Clients and Referrals 04-15-2020.docx
Our Regional Suicide Prevention Website:
https://askingsaves.org/
Provides 24 hour crisis line and chat, and information to better understand and help prevent suicide.
RCPS School Counseling and Equity Department Youtube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbkcx95mgQyUbCZ0CJErvRg/videos
Helping children deal with grief/the loss of a loved one:
https://childrengrieve.org/resources/about-childhood-grief
Feeling stressed, sad, or just downright bored?
Try downloading the Calm app, or visit https://www.calm.com/ to learn more. Calm has a free version with loads of meditations. Why not try a little mindfulness during quarantine?!
Take a look at "101 Things to do at Home During Pandemic Lockdown" below:
101 Things to Do at Home During Pandemic Lockdown[395].doc
Visit this website dedicated to helping you deal with the stress and anxiety Corona Virus can cause:
https://www.virusanxiety.com/
Or try a short breathing exercise:
"Take 5" finger breathing exercise
"Box Breathing"
Or Try a short grounding exercise:
Community Resources for Families:
For information on how to get food in the Roanoke area:
Roanoke Food Resources During Covid[392].docx
Goodwill is providing virtual services. They can help you file for unemployment, update or create a resume, and much more!
To access these services or register for an online class, please visit: https://www.goodwillvalleys.com/work-and-training-services/training-resources/virtual-services/