Remote TeleMHC is to here to support individuals in Louisiana that are caring for young children, aged 0-6 years, during this COVID-19 pandemic. We can provide supportive services from early childhood mental health experts in areas such as:
We are not equipped to offer emergency mental health services. If you are experiencing urgent mental health needs, such as thinking about harming yourself or someone else, please find help that is available in the following places:
Guidance from Tulane Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation
Supporting Mental Health During COVID-19
Additional Resources for Individual Caring for Children
Talking with Children about COVID-19 via Centers for Disease Control
Talking to Kids About the Corona Virus - via Child Mind Institute
Talking to Children About Covid-19 - via AACAP
Supporting your child while out of school
Parenting in Uncertain Times - via Triple P Parenting
COVID-19: Five Helpful Responses for Families - via Conscious Discipline
Healthy at Home: A Toolkit for Supporting Families - via Teaching Strategies
50 Ways to Keep Kids Engaged - via Mighty Girl
Managing Stress
Mental Health Resources for Families - via LA Dept of Health
Resources for Managing Stress - via Dept of Veterans Affairs
Tips for Preparedness