A New Reality and New Obstacles
Many people are struggling with mental health issues during quarantine. Some have had mental health conditions that they have been managing their whole life, and quarantine has created many more obstacles for them to have access to the support that they need. Others may have never struggled with mental health issues and now find themselves in foreign territory as they navigate the stresses of the social, political, and economical turbulence caused by the COVID-19 pandemic on top of the stress caused by social isolation and having one’s movements restricted for a prolonged period of time.
For better or for worse, many states including Washington State are beginning to open up their economies again. This may cause some people to breathe a sigh of relief at the prospect of being able to see friends and family in person. Others may become more anxious due to the health and medical ramifications that could follow suit. Everyone will continue having to navigate the economy, their own finances and security, and the sociopolitical strife that is not going to magically disappear, but will be here for us to all navigate together as a society.
At Rebel Med NW, we are with you. We are going all through these same things ourselves, and we want to continue to serve our community in any ways that we can. We have compiled a list of resources for at-home learning and entertainment that are free, and we have compiled some mental health resources as well. Our clinic also offers a variety of mind-body modalities to specifically help patients manage mental health.
Mental Health Resources
- BetterHelp E-Counseling platform: “Making professional counseling accessible, affordable, and convenient”.
- TalkSpace. A therapy platform with some free and affordable resources. Currently offering $65 off coupon. Takes insurance as well.
- NAMI Seattle. Offers community mental health programs. Currently offering online resources in their COVID-19 section including virtual support groups and virtual classes.
- Seattle Crisis and Resource directory: Counseling and Mental Health. If you are needing urgent help with what you are going through.
- Crisis Clinic: 24hr. 1-866-4CRISIS (1-866-427-4747)
- WA Recovery Helpline: 24-hour help line: 1-866-789-1511
- Teen Link: 6pm-10pm daily: 206-461-49226pm-10pm daily
- toll-free: 1-866-TEENLINK (1-866-833-6546)
Most Therapy Groups and Therapists have successfully converted to TeleHealth. Check in with your provider, or any provider that you are considering starting care with.
Browse through our compilation of links to various free resources available on-line for at-home entertainment and learning.
Free At-Home Concerts
Free At-Home Concerts
Billboard’s List of Livestreams & Virtual Concerts (updated regularly)
Seattle Symphony has uploaded many songs and concerts on YouTube
Check out your favorite artists on Instagram- many are broadcasting music live from their homes.
Entertainment for Children
Entertainment for Children
Audible Stories- All stories are free to stream to all your devices.
Amazon Prime Video Children’s Shows (with free Amazon account)
Storyline Online, celebrities read their favorite children’s books. Reading aloud to children has been shown to improve reading, writing and communication skills, logical thinking and concentration, and general academic aptitude, as well as inspire a lifelong love of reading.
Educational Resources for Adults and Teens
Educational Resources for Adults and Teens
JSTOR offers a free digital library of academic resources
Internet Archive’s National Emergency Library currently has no waitlist for 1.4 million books, most of which published during the 20th century and not available as ebooks
Professional Photographers of America is offering 1,100+ free photography classes until the end of May
Nikon School Nikon’s mission has always been to empower creators. In these uncertain times, we can do that by helping creators stay inspired, engaged and growing.
Playbill’s A list of remote classrooms, virtual craft and dance workshops, celebrity bedtime stories, and much more.
Drawing Lessons by Art of Wei– “Watch any 3 videos and you will be a better artist.”
America’s Test Kitchen is offering almost all classes for free (or close to free), along with recipes and shows
Educational Resources for Parents
Educational Resources for Parents
Kahn Academy Resources– Parental support and Educational Materials
Google and YouTube’s Learn at Home A resource for families with children of different ages & areas of interest
Scholastic Learn At Home provides “exciting learning experiences” like virtual field trips, projects, and author interviews
Amazing Educational Resources for at-home schooling
Girls4Tech, a STEM program aimed at young girls ages 8-12
Engineering Challenges for Kids from the James Dyson Foundation
School Kit’s Ideas to Steal– At-home fun and educational activities
Art for Kids Hub – Drawing lessons
America’s Test Kitchen is offering almost all it’s classes for free
