University of New Mexico Community Health Program is funding Peopleworks-NM and other agencies throughout the state to combat mental health stigma, and bring awareness to the 988 Crisis Line as a new resource.  Our Community Health Workers (CHWS) are helping to bring mental health equity to disadvantaged populations in Lincoln County and to the Mescalero Apache tribe.  The scope of work includes outreach and education activities in the community; participating in community asset mapping by gathering community-based data on resources for mental health and wellness; and building and enhancing collaborative networks to leverage resources. You will see our CHWs in action at health fairs and other community events, holding an Open House for providing resources, networking with agencies, and using social media to get the word out about 988.  We are excited to be a community partner and to be a positive messenger for improving mental health.

NMConnect – peer support chat, online tools for mental wellness –

Tellmi – peer support chat, moderated by live persons

Smiling Mind – guided meditations

 K’Bro –  Adventure game to cope with stressors

Clear Fear – for reducing panic and Anxiety

Calm Harm – strategies to reduce self harm

Headspace – meditation and self care ideas

You have the right to not be hurt whether emotionally or physically. If you are not outnumbered and this is a peer, you may command them to stop what they’re doing.

Call for help (911) if you are in immediate danger.

No one has the right to touch your body without your permission.

Tell a trusted adult what is happening. Tell your doctor, your school counselor, your band teacher, a youth group leader, your boss.

Go to a trusted friend’s home.

If there’s potential violence in your family, leave the house or lock yourself in your room.

Say affirmations like “I can do this”

When having a bad day, acknowledge the way you feel and then use a coping statement, “I feel hopeless now but my life will get better”

“I am a worthwhile person.”

“Though it seems no one likes me, I am sure I will find a friend.”

Watch animals

Deep breathe

Meditate

Listen to music

Paint or draw

Watch uplifting or funny videos

Yell into your pillow

Call a friend

Join a club or a group at school, church, in the community

Talk to a trusted adult

Get a counselor

Volunteer at a public place – food bank, pet rescue group, health fair

Get a good night’s sleep. Go to bed at the same time most of the time!

Dance

Find a sport you like

Take a walk or hike. Even a walk around the block

Stretch your muscles

Yoga

Watch how much soda or how much junk food or sugar you eat. Add in a fruit or veggie.