June 18, 2020 Greetings YGT Family! Your resilience strategy this week: Accept That Change Is Part of Living. Life has always involved change, both good and bad. Don't fight the reality of the virus (or the situation at hand) and let it consume your thoughts. COVID-19 is here for now. Our job is to accept that, adapt, and move forward from there. Think back on a time you overcame a hardship - What were the lessons gained from going through past crises? Can you apply the lessons going forward? We've learned to accept difficult things in the past and now we must accept this new challenge. Take care and remember - YOU GOT THIS! ---- Tips come from: Building Resilience in the Time of COVID-19 by Dr. Patrick Gannon

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If you or a loved one are in distress or experiencing a crisis, call: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (Available 24/7) Call  1-800-273-8255  | Chat online at  suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat Metropolitan Human Services District (Local New Orleans- Available 24/7) Call  (504) 826-2675 Louisiana Department of Health's “Keep Calm Through COVID” hotline: (866) 310-7977 Domestic Violence Resources: National: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or DomesticShelters.org Louisiana: New Orleans Family Justice Center ( 504-866-9554 ), Metro Center for Women and Children ( 504-837-5400 ) or the State Hotline ( 1-888-411-1333 ).

Blood Drives Every Saturday in June. We're partnering with iconic local venues to host blood drives on their empty stages and address NOLA's critically low blood supply. Sign Up to Give

✨ YGT Highlight ✨ Should out to local bounce artist Big Freedia, gracing the cover of this month's BUST magazine Summer Music Issue ! Big Freedia, Mannie Fresh and Rebirth Brass Band released the single "Move Your Body" to benefit the NOMC! Listen | Download

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Check Your Health Coverage! Contact Us If You Need Assistance Having health coverage can bring peace of mind during this pandemic. Take time to see if you qualify for Medicaid or to re-enroll* to make sure your coverage doesn't lapse. *Medicaid coverage must be renewed every year! More Info

Backline Support Groups Come Together: COVID-19 Crisis Online support groups for music industry professionals that aim to address the anxieties associated with COVID-19’s effects on the music industry, provide information and resources, and support each other during this difficult time. At the end of the meeting, Dr. Newman will lead a group meditation. More Info

#GetYaMindRight Virtual Support Line Mon. Wed. & Fri. | 10:15 AM  MHSD's chat line will now be available to the general public on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays and will be led by IWES mental health professionals. The goal of this initiative is to assist people with anxiety and concerns by sharing healthy coping skills and techniques. More Info

Jai Bhakti Yoga Online Classes Yoga classes with inspirational message, FREE for everyone and all levels welcome. Daily at 8am on Facebook live ( @jaibhaktiyogafoundation) and Wednesdays at 6pm on IGTV ( @jaibhaktiyoga) More Info

Meditation Experience Free Meditation Course NOMC's Patient Services Coordinator, Nicole, recommends this free meditation course with Oprah and Deepak Chopra to find calm, connection and wellness. More Info

Jennie Morton Online Resources  Jennie, an NOMC partner via PAMA, focuses on the physical manifestations of emotional issues. Her site offers services as well as a free educational journal focused on mental health issues and related content. More Info

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