Cabinet Secretary
Laurie R. Gill
COVID 19 and Mental Health Resources
If you or a family member or friend are in need of immediate assistance:
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a national network of local crisis centers that provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- 1.800.273.8255 (TALK)
- 1-.888.628.9454 en español
- or Chat with Lifeline
Crisis Textline
Crisis Textline is free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a trained Crisis Counselor.
- Text TALK to 741741
Veterans Crisis Line
Veterans Crisis Line connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are Veterans themselves.
- Call 1.800.273.8255 (TALK) or
- Text 838255
Disaster Distress Helpline
Disaster Distress Helpline - SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
- Call 1.800.985.5990
- Text TalkWithUs to 66746
If you are not in need of immediate assistance but looking for COVID-19 resources in South Dakota:
- DSS COVID-19 Resources Page
- 605Strong.com
- 211 Helpline Center COVID-19 Response
- If you or a loved one are experiencing mental health or substance use concerns related to COVID-19, please click here or visit FindTreatment.gov to identify a treatment provider in your area.
COVID-19 Guidance for Mental Health
Mental Health Guidance for Families During COVID-19
- Mental Health Resources for Parents and Caregivers during COVID-19
- Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope With the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Supporting Children During Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Guidance For Keeping Your Family/Household Safe
- Guidance For Keeping Your Children Healthy
- Helping kids deal with COVID-19
- Sanford Health article on talking to children about COVID-19
- CDC guidance on helping children cope
- Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress guidance on helping homebound children
- Social Worker Creates COVID-19 Coloring Book to Help Kids Cope
- Reducing Loneliness and Social Isolation among Older Adults
- Increased Access to Mental Health Care for Older Adults: Getting Support during COVID-19
- Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease 2019
- Ways to keep your child calm during COVID-19 self-quarantine
- NAMI Online Resources
Mental Health Guidance for Educators During COVID-19
- Mental Health Resources for K-12 Educators During COVID-19
- Mental Health Resources for College and University Faculty and Staff to Support Student Mental Health During COVID-19
- Navigating Back to School: Trauma Informed Return to Learn Model for All Members of the School Community
Tips for Educators: Supporting Parents During this Pandemic
Mental Health Guidance for Community Leaders During COVID-19
COVID-19 Guidance for Substance Use
- South Dakota Resource Hotline
- 1.800.920.4343
- Text OPIOID to 898211 for resources at your fingertips
- Text ONMETH to 898211 for live support
- Guidance for People Who Use Substances on COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus)
- COVID-19: Potential Implications for Individuals with Substance Use Disorders
Available Virtual Resources For Recovery Supports During Quarantine
COVID-19 Resources for Behavioral Health Providers
- CDC Cloth Mask Guidance
- Region 8 HHS and FEMA COVID-19 Resources
- SAMHSA Disaster Mobile App
- Disaster Technical Assistance Center (DTAC)
- Guidance for Direct Service Providers
- Guidance for Group Homes for Individuals with Disabilities
- Guidance for Direct Service Providers, Caregivers, Parents, and People with Developmental and Behavioral Disorders
- People with Developmental and Behavioral Disorders
- SAMHSA Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Considerations for Outpatient Mental and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Settings
- Intimate Partner Violence and Child Abuse Considerations During COVID 19
- TAP 34: Disaster Planning Handbook for Behavioral Health Treatment Programs
- Training and Technical Assistance
- COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Response and 42 CFR Part 2 Guidance
- Considerations for the Care and Treatment of Mental and Substance Use Disorders in the COVID-19 Epidemic
- Treating Suicidal Patients during COVID-19
- Tips for Managing Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic Wallet Card
- Tips for Healthcare Professionals: Coping with Stress and Compassion Fatigue
- Healthcare Personnel and First Responders: How to Cope with Stress and Build Resilience During COVID-19 Pandemic
- Supportive Practices for Mental Health Professionals During Pandemic-Related Social Distancing
Technology Transfer Center Network Resources