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COVID-19 Resources for the Community
Welcome to the COVID-19 Task Force Page for the community. On this page you will find a host of resources that we hope will be helpful to your specific needs and experiences during this time. It is our sincere hope that each of you is finding some level of hope and ability to stay grounded during these challenging times. Feel free to share these resources with others and keep checking back for updates for more resources or upcoming events.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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09 Jun 2023 1:00 PMVirtual
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29 Jun 2023 7:00 PMHip Flask Rooftop, 7707 Woodmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 201814
ARTICLES
Tips for Couples During COVID-19
Helping Children Cope During COVID-19
Dr. Jessica Smedley, co-chair of the DCPA Task force, was interviewed by Psychology Today on "The Need for Support Groups in Times of Tension." This article highlights the essential and impactful groups she has led in response to the current crisis.
RESOURCES FOR COMMUNITY MEMBERS
State-by-state guide to the rules/laws about telehealth services across state lines
Diversity and Cultural Competency resources and best practices
Mental Health
Call the DC Department of Behavioral Health for mental health assistance. Certified clinical professionals available 24/7: 1-888-793-4357
Free 2 part course on managing anxiety during COVID 19
Strategies to Thrive in Uncertain Times: The MAPP Alumni Association is offering free webinars to help manage your well-being during this time of the coronavirus, COVID-19
Free app: ACT Companion is a training toolkit based on the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy model of psychological flexibility. Download the app and enter the code “TOGETHER” in the subscription page.
Free 21-day meditation experience: “Hope in Uncertain Times.” Download Deepak Oprah App.
Dr. Russ Harris, founder of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, illustrates how to use ACT to deal with the fear, anxiety, and worry regarding the Corona crisis
Download a free FACE COVID ebook with more information
Daily Free Meditations for Adults and Kids, every day at noon
Fun Activities
Online learning
54 free online courses from the best colleges in the US
The most popular class is the Science of Wellbeing offered by Yale
Virtual museum tours
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art South Korea
Google Arts & Culture has content from more than 2,000 museums and archives, including 500 virtual tours
Operas and theater
Entertainment
Enjoy over 300 past Festival Selections, including 60+ films from the 2020 Online DC Environmental Film Festival
Cirque de Soleil – free live streaming shows
Creative activities
Learn a new creative skill (design, photography, illustration, etc.)
Resources for virtual outside experiences
Free Online Exercise Classes
15-day free trial of unlimited Pilates classes
Live Dance Party – Sundays at 1 p.m. and Wednesdays at 8 p.m.
Wellbeats® - Free access to 500+ fitness videos for all Wellstar team members through April 30. Download the Wellbeats app or register online and use invitation code: aee0175d
Wellstar Virtual Wellness Trainers
FREE YMCA home activities for everyone
Matrix has created a vibrant virtual fitness community that’s totally free. Matrix Community App provides a fitness network that’s always active with ways for members to stay fit, share their struggles and triumphs and cheer each other on. Download the app in either Apple App Store or Google Play, just search for “Matrix Workout Tracking”
Resources for Children and Families
Daily Free Meditations for Adults and Kids, every day at noon
Scholastic is free now
Abc mouse is running a one month free
Audible is offering free stories for kids
20 educational things you can do with Alexa
Virtual tour of national parks