Social isolation and updates on the COVID-19 outbreak can be especially challenging for those struggling with addiction or other mental health issues.
Registered nurse at CMHA Halton Region branch’s Transitional Case Management Crisis Outreach Program, Danny Sud, explains that in order to keep everyone safe at this time they are offering their services over the phone. through text and other virtual means.
Sud, says he and other staff are seeing an uptick in calls.
He shares some of the advice they give to clients to help them cope.
Finally, he encourages those in recovery who have compromised health to listen to public health officials.
CMHA Halton Region Branch are continuing to accept referrals into their programs and are offering walk in counselling over the phone.
Those struggling with addiction struggle with feelings of anxiety, depression, loneliness, loss of hope and have trouble thinking clearly without a pandemic, these symptoms are heightened during a time of crisis.
He says nobody should feel alone during this pandemic and CMHA Halton Region wants to do whatever they can to help people through this pandemic.
To reach the COAST crisis line you can call 1-877-825-9011