<![CDATA[MENTAL HEALTH, DRUG & ALCOHOL SERVICES BOARD OF LOGAN & CHAMPAIGN COUNTIES - COVID-19 UPDATES]]>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:11:42 -0500EditMySite<![CDATA[Covid-19 and pregnancy considerations]]>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:14:00 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/june-16th-2020Based on what we know about COVID-19, we believe pregnant people appear to have the same risk of COVID-19 as adults who are not pregnant. However, much remains unknown. We do know that pregnant people have had a higher risk of severe illness when infected with viruses that are similar to COVID-19, as well as other viral respiratory infections, such as influenza. We also know that pregnant people have changes in their bodies that may increase their risk of some infections. Therefore, if you are pregnant, it is always important for you to try to protect yourself from illnesses whenever possible. Vaccines during pregnancy Although there is no vaccine available to protect against the virus that causes COVID-19, routine vaccines are an important part of protecting your health. Receiving some vaccines during pregnancy, such as the influenza (flu) and Tdap vaccines, can help protect you and your baby. If you are pregnant, you should continue to receive your recommended vaccines. Talk with your healthcare provider about visits for vaccines during pregnancy. Prenatal and postpartum care It is important to take care of yourself and your baby during pregnancy and after delivery. Do not skip your prenatal care appointments or postpartum appointments. If you are concerned about attending your appointment due to COVID-19, talk to your healthcare provider. Ask your healthcare provider how they are taking steps to separate healthy patients from those who may be sick. Some healthcare providers might choose to cancel or postpone some visits. Others may switch certain appointments to telemedicine visits, which are appointments over the phone or video. These decisions will be based on the circumstances in your community as well as your individual care plan. Call your healthcare provider if you have an urgent medical question. In case of emergency, call 911 or go to your local emergency department. If you are not driving, call the emergency department on the way to explain that you are pregnant and have an emergency. They should have an infection prevention plan to protect you from getting COVID-19 if you need emergency care. Do not delay getting emergency care because of COVID-19. Delivery locations during the COVID-19 pandemic Delivering your baby is always safest under the supervision of trained healthcare professionals. If you have questions about the best place to deliver your baby, discuss them with your healthcare provider.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html
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]]><![CDATA[If You Are Pregnant, Breastfeeding, or Caring for Young Children]]>Tue, 16 Jun 2020 12:12:35 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/if-you-are-pregnant-breastfeeding-or-caring-for-young-childrenProtect yourself and your family from COVID-19
Although there are currently no data showing that COVID-19 affects pregnant people differently than others, we do know that pregnant people are at greater risk of getting sick from other respiratory viruses than people who are not pregnant. Sometimes, this causes adverse outcomes for the mother or child. Therefore, if you are pregnant, be mindful about reducing your risk of getting sick. If you are caring for children, you can teach them everyday steps (such as proper handwashing) to help them stay healthy and, in turn, help protect yourself and your family. Practice social distancing. Avoid people who are sick or who have been exposed to the virus. Stay at home or stay at least 6 feet away from people who do not live in your home. Wash your hands often. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds (or help your children wash their hands), especially: After touching other people, including children; After touching surfaces outside your home or items from outside that you have brought into your home; After going to the bathroom or changing diapers; After blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; After handling dirty laundry; Before eating or preparing food; and Before breastfeeding or expressing milk. Always wash your hands when they are visibly dirty. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. Cover your coughs and sneezes. Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue, throw the tissue in the trash, and then wash your hands. Or, cough into your elbow and clean your hands. Clean, disinfect, and launder safely. Clean and then disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects (e.g., phones, personal electronic devices, remote controls, tables, countertops, light switches, doorknobs, and cabinet handles). Be sure to follow instructions for safely and effectively using disinfectants, including directions for rinsing off the chemicals after a period of time. In addition, be sure to keep products out of reach of children. Launder items, including washable plush toys, by following the label or instructions. Launder items using the warmest appropriate water setting for the items and dry items completely, if possible. Dirty laundry from an ill person can be washed with other people’s items, but wash your hands after handling the dirty laundry.​

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html
]]><![CDATA[COVID Coach - A great resource for Veterans.]]>Wed, 06 May 2020 15:24:07 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/ing-the-covid-coach-mobile-app-a-great-resource-for-veteransPicture








​Introducing the COVID Coach Mobile App - A great Resource for Veterans.

The COVID-19 pandemic is causing anxiety and worry about our health and safety, our loved ones, our financial stability and uncertainty about the future. 

VA’s new COVID Coach app can help you get through this time of uncertainty by teaching you how to practice self-care, find ways to stay socially connected while being physically distant, find meaning during this stressful time, and cope with the many challenges you may now be facing.
With this app, you can learn about:
• Healthy coping during COVID-19
• Managing stress with tools for self-care, set personal goals
• Tracking your mental health over time
• Finding helpful resources to meet your needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

LEARN
The “Learn” section provides information and resources to help you stay mentally and physically healthy during the outbreak. Explore topics on loneliness, tips on staying positive, and information on helping your family and maintaining healthy relationships with them while you’re at home during the outbreak.

MANAGE STRESS
In the app’s “Manage Stress” section, you can find coping tools to use when you’re feeling upset, anxious or stressed. Use “Connect with Others” to feel less isolated, “Mindfulness” to slow down, or “Indoor Activities” to find fun activities you can safely do in your home.

MOOD CHECK
In the “Mood Check” section, you can take several short assessments to check the current state of your mental health and track changes over time. There are trackers for well-being, anxiety, mood, and PTSD symptoms. You can also set personal goals and track your progress toward achieving them.

FIND RESOURCES
Using the “Find Resources” section, you can:
• Locate online resources for getting professional help.
• Access resources to support you through new challenges you may be facing during the COVID outbreak, like meeting your needs, finding reliable COVID information or helping children and older relatives cope.
• Find links to download other mental health apps that you can use for additional support.
COVID Coach is free and easy to use.

Download it today to get help managing your mental health and well-being during this difficult time.
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]]><![CDATA[The Effects of Trauma on First Responders]]>Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:29:14 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/the-effects-of-trauma-on-first-respondershttps://mha.ohio.gov/Portals/0/assets/HealthProfessionals/Training%20and%20Workforce%20Development/MHToolkit/SAMHSA%20The%20Effects%20of%20Trauma%20on%20First%20Responders.pdf]]><![CDATA[Fire Service  Behavioral Health Management Guide]]>Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:28:03 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/fire-service-behavioral-health-management-guidehttps://mha.ohio.gov/Portals/0/assets/HealthProfessionals/Training%20and%20Workforce%20Development/MHToolkit/Fire-Service-Behavioral-Health-Mgmt-Guide.pdf]]><![CDATA[Emergency Response Workers: Traumatic Incident Stress Information]]>Tue, 28 Apr 2020 12:26:42 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/emergency-response-workers-traumatic-incident-stress-information​https://mha.ohio.gov/Portals/0/assets/HealthProfessionals/Training%20and%20Workforce%20Development/MHToolkit/Emergency-Response-Workers-Traumatic-Incident-Stress.pdf]]><![CDATA[Addiction Treatment During The COVID-19 Pandemic]]>Wed, 22 Apr 2020 12:24:41 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/addiction-treatment-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
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]]><![CDATA[Trauma & Resilience Training]]>Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:10:29 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/trauma-resilience-trainingTrauma & Resilience Training
May 7, 2020; 9 am- 4 pm
 
Please join Logan CO FCFC for a free virtual online experience!​
Join Sarah Buffie from Soul Bird Consulting and Amy Chavez from ReStoryative Somatics for a collaborative and generative offering of trauma-informed and resilience-oriented theory and practices, designed to support self-regulation and restoration, increasing capacity for resilience and healthy relationships, even while navigating challenging times or crisis care.
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]]><![CDATA[Thank You]]>Tue, 14 Apr 2020 19:08:49 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/thank-youThank you, to all essential employees, for everything you are doing to keep our communities safe & healthy during this time. Your actions do not go unnoticed.
]]><![CDATA[FREE GROCERY DELIVERY NOW AVAILABLE!!]]>Thu, 09 Apr 2020 15:29:17 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/free-grocery-delivery-now-availableFREE GROCERY DELIVERY NOW AVAILABLE
FOR LOGAN COUNTY ADULTS 60 AND OVER
United Way partners with RTC Services to help you limit trips and stay healthy
To help with challenges presented by the COVID-19 crisis, United Way and RTC Services have partnered on a new Grocery Delivery Service for Logan County's older adults. Residents 60 years and older can now call RTC (937-539-3351) for free grocery pick up and delivery. The service is available weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
 
Here's how to get it set up.
 1.    Call 937-539-3351 to get into the system.
2.    You'll then call a participating store to order and pay for your groceries via credit card.
3.    RTC will pick up and deliver your order.


 Stores include: 
·         Community Markets in Bellefontaine
·         Fields IGA in West Mansfield
·         Kroger in Bellefontaine
·         Steve's Market in DeGraff
·         Thoman's IGA in West Liberty
 Of course, if you'd rather go to the store yourself, RTC can take you there. RTC is receiving $40,000 of your United Way donations this year to give seniors free rides to the store and medical appointments.
 "Instead of giving the seniors a free ride to their food, now they'll be giving the food a free ride to the seniors," laughs Dave Bezusko, United Way Executive Director. "We salute the creativity of Tonya Reed, Russ Foust, and Tam Blakely for coming up with this solution to the Stay-at-Home order. It helps the population most vulnerable to COVID-19 so they don't have to go out and expose themselves to the virus just to get their groceries."
 CALL (937) 539-3351 TO SET UP YOUR DELIVERY

]]><![CDATA[Ohio Updates Application Process for Energy Assistance Programs in response to COVID-19]]>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 17:15:14 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/ohio-updates-application-process-for-energy-assistance-programs-in-response-to-covid-19 For Immediate Release:
March 31, 2020
Bridges CAP Contact:         
Mitch Marshall (937) 404-9203 mmarshall@bridgescap.org
 
Ohio Development Services Agency Contact:
Todd Walker (614) 644-0247
Todd.Walker@development.ohio.gov

Ohio Updates Application Process for Energy Assistance Programs in response to COVID-19
 
The Ohio Development Services Agency (Development) and Bridges CAP are working to help keep Ohioans safe during this time of emergency. Recently, Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency regarding COVID-19, and Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH has issued orders to limit social interactions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
 
Effective immediately, Ohioans who are enrolling in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP) for the first time, applying for Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program, or have limited income, are no longer required to visit a local Energy Assistance Provider in order to complete an application. Please pick up a packet at the front door and return it with your documents to be completed.  Appointments may be completed over the phone during the scheduled appointment time rather than face-to-face.
 
Ohioans can visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov to start their application and upload the required documents prior to their appointment. If a you do not have access to the internet and/or cannot upload your documentation, the local Energy Assistance Provider can complete your application over the phone. For a list of required documentation or to schedule an appointment call, 937-404-9203.
 
“Working with our local providers, we have been providing Ohio families with the support they need to manage their energy bills, and now this support is even more important,” said Lydia Mihalik, Director of the Ohio Development Services Agency. “The online application, in a normal scenario, makes it easier to apply and reduces the length of an in-person appointment, but now it is providing a bridge to assistance during an incredibly difficult time.”
 
Development will also extend the Winter Crisis Program (WCP) until May 1, 2020 to align with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s extended Winter Reconnect Order and the regular Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will be extended until June 1, 2020.
 
Development’s Interactive Voice Response phone lines will not be available, however Ohioans may continue to call (800) 282-0880 and select option 2, to be transferred to their local Energy Assistance Provider.
 
The Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program helps income-eligible Ohioans pay their heating bills and can assist with fuel tank placement, fuel tank testing and furnace repair. Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines to qualify for WCP and HEAP assistance. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $45,062.50. Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines to qualify for PIPP. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $38,625.00.
 
Ohioans that have a regulated utility and have been issued a disconnect notice are eligible for a one-time WCP benefit if they have not already received a WCP or regular HEAP benefit.
 
For more information about the features of the Winter Crisis Program locally and what is needed to apply, contact Mitch Marshall at 937-404-9203. Additional information can also be found at www.energyhelp.ohio.gov or by calling (800) 282-0880.
]]><![CDATA[Get up and get active! Its great for your mental health!]]>Tue, 31 Mar 2020 21:03:38 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/get-up-and-get-active-its-great-for-your-mental-health]]><![CDATA[MHDAS Board Meeting 3/31 @5:00]]>Mon, 30 Mar 2020 15:41:29 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/mhdas-board-meeting-331-500​**Due to COVID-19 precautions, The MHDAS Board of Logan and Champaign counties, will be having a tele-conference board meeting on Tuesday March 31st at 5pm. The call in number for this meeting is 937-887-0215.**]]><![CDATA[Job Concerns due to CV19?]]>Fri, 27 Mar 2020 15:38:22 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/job-concerns-due-to-cv19FILE FOR UNEMPLOYMENT
If you have been laid off (even temporarily) or had your hours reduced because of COVID-19, click here to file for unemployment. The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has been working around the clock to streamline performance and boost capacity by adding servers so the online claims system can handle the unprecedented influx of claims, which has affected processing times. Several people we've talked to have had a shorter experience when filing during non-peak hours (late night, early morning). Those without internet access or who have case-specific questions can call 1-877-644-6562 (OHIO-JOB) from 7a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays.
 
FIND A NEW OR TEMPORARY JOB
MANY local workplaces are still operating and are hiring with immediate openings. Click here for a directory of opportunities compiled by the Logan County Department of Job & Family Services.
 
LIVE UNITED @ WORK
For many of us, this will be our first experience interacting with government agencies and social service organizations looking for help. If you work at AGC, CRSI, Global Precision Parts, Green Hills Community, Logan Acres, Logan County Board of DD, Mary Rutan Hospital, NEX Transport, RTC Services, or SpartanNash, you are eligible to confer one-on-one with Ashley Spence, United Way's Licensed Social Worker, to talk about ANY human service need. Simply call Ashley directly at (937) 935-9509 OR e-mail her to ask questions and seek guidance about any of these benefits and social services.  ]]><![CDATA[Champaign County Updates on CV19 resources]]>Fri, 27 Mar 2020 15:23:19 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/champaign-county-updates-on-cv19-resourcesUnited Way
  • United Way has created the Clark Champaign Madison Covid-19 Community Fund.
  • This fund is created to specifically address the most pressing needs that are occurring in all three counties that they serve.
  • As with all United Way funding, the monies that are raised in each of our three communities, stays in each of the three counties.
  • Their first priority in distributing the dollars that we receive in Champaign County would be with Caring Kitchen, Second Harvest Foodbank and food banks that may be in need.
  • https://www.uwccmc.org/covid-19-community-fund
  • United Way is receiving additional calls to 2-1-1 asking for assistance within the Champaign County community. Email Kara VanZant at kara.vanzant@uwccmc.org with any community updates and they will immediately pass those along to 2-1-1. 
  • The 2-1-1 database and blog can be found at https://uwccmc.org
 
Red Cross Blood Collection
  • The American Red Cross now faces a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations in response to the coronavirus outbreak. 
  • Here in Ohio, we have had 695 blood drives cancelled, resulting in 19,962 uncollected blood donations. 
  • Blood donation is considered an essential service to ensure the health of the community and is listed as an exception in the state order.
  • While everyone is being asked to avoid mass gatherings, it’s very important to note that blood drives are not considered “mass gatherings.” Blood drives are controlled events with trained staff and appropriate safety measures to protect donors and our staff.
  • The Red Cross remains open to take blood donations and people are encouraged to continue to donate blood so hospital patient care can continue.
  • Schedule an appointment to give blood with the American Red Cross by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS.
 
Crisis Hotline
  • Mental Health, Drug, & Alcohol Services Board (MHDAS) local Crisis Hotline is 1-800-224-0422 or 937-376-8701
  • Ohio Crisis Textline :  text “4HOPE” to 741741
 
Call Center
  • Champaign Health District call center: 937-653-0110 or email health@champaignhd.com
  • Ohio Department of Health call center: 1-833-4-ASK-ODH
​]]><![CDATA[Logan County Help - Food]]>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 19:56:13 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/logan-county-help-foodSECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK
With the assistance of the Ohio National Guard, they served hundreds of families during their drive-thru Mobile Pantry distributions. They are planning to conduct weekly drive-thru distributions moving forward. The next one is scheduled for Monday March 30 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Bellefontaine Kroger parking lot.  Check this page for updates as they are scheduled.
 
OUR DAILY BREAD (223 Oakland Square, Bellefontaine)
Providing a carry out sack lunch available between 10:00 and 4:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday). Carry out hot meals available between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. Seeking donations of individual servings of vegetables, breakfast items, and juice boxes. Food pantry remains open. A letter of referral from a social service provider is necessary to access. Contact 937-592-9914 for more information.
 
LIFECARE ALLIANCE - Meals-on-Wheels
Continues to deliver critical meals daily to more than 160 homebound seniors and shut-ins in Logan County. Senior citizens needing home-delivered meals can contact (614) 278-3130 to sign up. There is a critical need for more volunteers to assist in the routes. They have established rapid response volunteer training to help on-board new volunteers quickly and seamlessly. Volunteers can call Ben Yeater at (614) 570-1053 for immediate training to start driving routes. 
 
FOOD PANTRIES
Nine food pantries throughout Logan County continue to operate. Click here for a directory with updated locations and hours.
 
SCHOOL LUNCHES
All of our local school districts are providing meals for students. Contact your local school for details and updates on their distribution methods.]]><![CDATA[March 26th, 2020]]>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 19:52:00 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/march-26th-20205368409https://www.uwlogan.org/covid-19-help-logan-county
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]]><![CDATA[March 26th, 2020]]>Thu, 26 Mar 2020 17:04:50 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/march-26th-2020If your employment has been effected due to Covid-19 lay offs, check out this resource of employers that are urgently hiring.

https://ood.ohio.gov/wps/wcm/connect/gov/4f04d44b-ee37-4d67-9db2-46c1fbd1975c/Urgent+Jobs+with+TSC+List.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CONVERT_TO=url&CACHEID=ROOTWORKSPACE.Z18_M1HGGIK0N0JO00QO9DDDDM3000-4f04d44b-ee37-4d67-9db2-46c1fbd1975c-n4jh.KL]]><![CDATA[We are in need of Face Masks! Can you help?]]>Wed, 25 Mar 2020 18:24:01 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/we-are-in-need-of-face-masks-can-you-helpThe MHDAS Board for Logan and Champaign Counties is in need of facemasks for our Behavioral Health providers, our Peer Recovery Support locations and recovery houses.
Can you, or someone you know sew? If you have the ability to sew, and would be willing to assist by donating face masks to distribute to our community partners, please contact us here on FB or at 937-465-1045 to coordinate drop-off / pick-up.
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]]><![CDATA[How to help Children Feel Calm During a Global Crisis]]>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:39:50 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/how-to-help-children-feel-calmWhen the world faces global trauma, we need each other more than ever. It’s a time for us to be more like the people we need to be, and the people we were called to be. It’s a time for us to leave judgement and comparison and righteousness well behind, and replace them with radical kindness, compassion, and open-heartedness. So let’s do that. When humanity is hurting, don’t underestimate what the little things might mean to the ones in your life who might be missing you, or who might be feeling more separate from the world, or maybe more anxious than usual – phone calls, messages, video chats, social media tags with ‘this reminded me of you’ in the message. Let’s not take the little things for granted. They matter. As it turns out, the little things will be the big things that will get us through this. ​]]><![CDATA[We WILL get through this!]]>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:33:30 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/we-will-get-through-thisA Message from the Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Services Board of Logan & Champaign Counties:

It is going to be hard - but we will get through it.  
​Asking for help is okay.  We are here for you.  

If you need to talk with someone, please call:   
Crisis Hotline#: 1-800-224-0422 or 937-376-8701 
Crisis Textline: Text - 4HOPE to 741741
​MHDAS Board Office:  937-465-1045]]><![CDATA[Mental Health and Addiction Services continue to be available in Logan & Champaign Counties.]]>Fri, 20 Mar 2020 15:17:41 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/mental-health-and-addiction-services-continue-to-be-available-in-logan-champaign-counties
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March 20, 2020
For Immediate Release:
Mental Health and Addiction Services continue to be
available in Logan & Champaign Counties
 
As of today (3-20-2020) TCN Behavioral Health is open during regular business hours M-F at their Bellefontaine and Urbana locations and by appointment in Russel’s Point. 
 
Walk In Hours:   
- Bellefontaine Office, 118 Maple Ave, Bellefontaine, Mon & Wed 8:30am   
- Urbana Office, 1522 E. St Rt 36, Suite A, Urbana,  Tues & Thurs 8:30am. 
 
TCN Administration and staff are taking strict precautions to protect the safety of both the clients and the staff by using the recommended precautions and prevention measures from the Center for Disease Control and the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
 
A full continuum of services from prevention and health promotion to assessment, treatment and recovery supports including group and individual counseling, IOP, residential treatment, medications, case management, and recovery housing. 
 
The MHDAS Board is working with TCN Behavioral Health to expand service options in telehealth to allow for providing treatment services to clients by telemedicine/telephone, WebEx, Facetime, or voice calling.  This would allow clients to receive services in alternative methods to meet current needs.  Revision of state and federal rules for billing and best practice guidelines for delivering quality behavioral health treatment is necessary to make this available.  It is a monumental move for Ohio respond to current needs in this way.   
 
It is imperative that we get the message out to everyone that Mental Health and Addiction treatment is available to anyone.  We care about our communities and we want to be there to continue providing support in this difficult and uncharted time for everyone. 
 
You can contact the offices at:
37-599-1975 – Bellefontaine
937-653-5583 – Urbana
Crisis Line 1-800-224-0422 or 937-376-8701
 
Please reach out ---- Help and HOPE are Here.

- Tammy Nicholl, Executive Director
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Services Board
- Lori Strobl, CEO
TCN Behavioral Health
 

]]><![CDATA[PAX Tools strategies during COVID-19 response:]]>Fri, 20 Mar 2020 12:00:19 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/pax-tools-strategies-during-covid-19-responsePAX Tools strategies during COVID-19 response:

For many of us, this week has brought new realities and challenges. Maybe we're trying to work from home, care for our children, and/or navigating how to facilitate their learning all at the same time. Make time today to discuss and co-create expectations for this new setting.

Shared Vision is a discussion-based sharing of expectations for an environment or upcoming activity. While creating a Shared Vision, you and your children list the things they want to se MORE and LESS of.

Your Shared Vision for the coming weeks may include things like:
- See MORE: Kids working on assignments, smiles, and sharing while playing
- Hear MORE: "Thank you", "Please", asking for help
- Feel MORE: Happy, calm, engages
- Do MORE: Play, laughter, work, reading, talking to each other
- See LESS: Messy bedroom, grumpy faces, school work unfinished
- Hear LESS: Arguing, yelling, name-calling
- Feel LESS: Board, Fear
- Do LESS: Fighting, making messes, not completing assignments

Think about what a Shared Vision could look like for your family. How could talking about things, especially expectations help each of you be more successful in the next coming weeks. Check out this short video on Shared Vision here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8UdgcR1LLw
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Check back in the coming weeks for more helpful tips from PAX Tools!
Questions? Post them here or send us a message!]]><![CDATA[Smartphone App to help with Recovery]]>Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:10:31 GMThttps://www.mhdas.org/covid-19-updates/smartphone-app-to-help-with-recoveryhttps://www.addictionpolicy.org/connections-app
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