Transitions of Western Illinois offers mental health crisis support.
- C-19 Emotional Support Hotline – For support or help linking to needed mental health services. Available 8 AM – 8 PM, 7 days a week, call (217) 653-0416
- Crisis Phone and Walk-In Services – When you are in a mental health crisis but don’t need medical attention or when you need to talk to someone about mental health service options. Available 8 AM – 8 PM, Monday – Friday, call (217) 223-0413 or walk in at 4409 Maine Street, Quincy, IL.
- Suicide Prevention and Crisis Line – To talk to someone over the phone, anytime. Available 24 hours / day, 7 days a week by calling (217) 222-1166
- Blessing Hospital – When you are in a mental health crisis and need immediate medical attention. Call 911 or go to Blessing Hospital Emergency Department.
Self care is equally important during these times. Remember to care for yourself, while checking in on others.
♥️ Tips from Centers For Disease Control (CDC):
🌺Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
🌸Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditateexternal icon. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol and drugsexternal icon.
🌼Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
🌻Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
