NAMI Long Beach

FYI - This is part of a statewide program so any CA seniors can apply in their area.

If you are struggling to find food resources in the Long Beach Area please see this article on local food distribution centers.

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Please see below for information on the upcoming ONLINE 320 Festival. You can also check out their website at https://320festival.com/ The 320 Festival has moved ONLINE! Join us May 8-10 for daily educational sessions and panels, workshops, and special guest performances to further the conversation surrounding mental health. In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, it is more important than ever to be mindful of our mental health. We may not be able to gather in person, but we ca...n still come together to continue the conversation surrounding mental health. In partnership with KNEKT.tv, people from all around the world can tune into our virtual festival via Facebook Live, YouTube Live, and the KNEKT.tv network on Roku and Apple TV. This virtual event is free and open for all to join and participate. The 320 Festival Online will feature 40+ non-profit partners providing their resources, Educational Sessions, Mindfulness Daybreaks, and performances by Lindsey Stirling, Art Alexakis of Everclear, Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October, Elohim, Social House, Frank Zummo of Sum 41, gnash, Dylan Dunlap, Moontower, Bruce Wiegner, Rouxx, Aunty Social, Evaride, Blue Midnight, Holy Wars, Vaines, Atarah Valentine, X.ARI, Lauren Dair, and more. The Educational Sessions will discuss various topics including Cultural Perspectives on Mental Health, Social Media, Trauma, Suicide Prevention, Criminalization of Mental Illness, Addiction, Mental Health in Schools, and more. Daily schedules coming soon! The 320 Festival and the participants do not provide emergency services. This conference is not meant to replace professional mental health services. If this is a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. For immediate help: Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255, Veterans press 1 OR text SIGNS to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line. Both services are free and available 24/7.

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Please see flyers for resources for single mothers or pregnant women experiencing hardship due to CV19.

Check out our website for the Corona Virus Anxiety Workbook...also available en Espanol *link in comments*

See flyer for more info on two opportunities to join NAMI GLAC and MHAS for a webinar on Fair Housing Protections for People with Disabilities

8 Steps to Managing Anxiety and Stress During COVID-19 1 Create and maintain a work and relaxation routine at home 2 Take reasonable health precautions, but don’t go overboard 3 Find ways to get going and be active... 4 Try not to fixate on sleep 5 Stick to consistent mealtimes and nourishing foods 6 Follow your regular mental health treatment plan 7 Practice mindfulness and acceptance techniques 8 Be kind to yourself If you would like to help us support those affected by COVID19 please consider donating, any amount helps. Funds are being matched so you can double your impact.

Food Bank Info for all LA County DMH Service Areas (Long Beach Area includes Service Areas 7 & 8)

April 2020: COVID-19 and Your Mental Health; More community resources

On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the Coronavirus (COVID-19) as a pandemic. On March 15th, Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti issued an Emergency Order which implemented measures to protect the public and contain the risk of contracting the COVID-19 virus. Additionally, on March 23rd the Mayor issued a temporary moratorium on evictions for non-payment of rent for tenants who are unable to pay rent due to circumstances related to the COVID-19 pandemic. On March... 30th, the Mayor halted rent increases on occupied rental units that are subject to the City’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO). Effective March 31, 2020, Ordinance No. 20-0147-S19 expands protections for tenants during the local emergency in response to COVID-19. Together, these actions are designed to prevent unnecessary housing displacement and to prevent housed individuals from falling into homelessness. See more