Keep Your Mind Grounded

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It is a daunting time as we are in the midst of a worldwide coronavirus pandemic and are listening to various news outlets, our local and federal government/agencies and various others all sharing the latest news related to COVID-19. The unknown can be a stressful time which can increase your anxiety and a fears. This video shares some ways in which you can keep your mind grounded when you need it most.

Tips for Social Distancing in the Workplace

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What do they mean, and why do they apply to you in the workplace?

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Your Quarantine Shopping List

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Many of us are spending our days housebound due to the COVID-19 pandemic. At some point, you’ll have to venture out to the grocery store and NOAH wants to make sure that you have a printable list of what to get.

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Avoid Cabin Fever During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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As the coronavirus pandemic continues, millions are practicing social distancing at home. By now, you or your children may be going a little stir-crazy. Avoid cabin fever with these top tips to keep kids entertained and give much needed parents a little break.

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30 At-Home Brain Breaks

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Anytime your student begins to feel restless and is struggling to pay attention, try one of these Brain Breaks. Most only take a few minutes and help to take their mind off of the lesson plan at hand

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Safe Practice When Entering a Home During the Coronavirus Pandemic

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Your home:

  • Home entry doors should have hand sanitizer available for everyone who enters the home
  • If you have older family members living at your home – discuss having them use a separate entry if possible and isolate if needed from high volume areas
  • If family members were with larger groups – change clothes near the entryway and clean area
  • Discuss the CDC home base actions recommendations

Visiting a home:

  • Call ahead to make sure they are expecting visitors
  • Let them know if you are not ill
  • Make sure they are not ill or been around someone possibly ill
  • Ask about having hand sanitizer or any other precautions at their home’s entry
  • Ask if it would be better to delay your visit

From the CDC:

Practice good personal health habits and plan for home-based actions

Practice everyday preventive actions now. Remind everyone in your household of the importance of practicing everyday preventive actions that can help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses:

  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care.
  • Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue.
  • Clean frequently touched surfaces and objects daily (e.g., tables, countertops, light switches, doorknobs, and cabinet handles) using a regular household detergent and water.
  • If surfaces are dirty, they should be cleaned using a detergent and water prior to disinfection. For disinfection, a list of products with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-approved emerging viral pathogens claims, maintained by the American Chemistry Council Center for Biocide Chemistries (CBC), is available at Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Fighting Products. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for all cleaning and disinfection products.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Always wash your hands with soap and water if your hands are visibly dirty.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/get-your-household-ready-for-COVID-19.html

The Company of Animals

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“Pets are not only lovable friends but also beneficial to #mentalhealth. Learn more about how animal companionship is important for health #4Mind4Body,” says our friends at @MentalHealthAmerica. Our Care Team at NOAH will work with you and your child to choose the best path for their overall #health and #wellness. To schedule an apt., please call 480-882-4545! #MentalHealthMonth #MHM2019

7 Tips for Improving Work-Life Balance

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“Finding the balance between work and play, the ups & downs of life, physical health and mental health, can be difficult,” says our friends at Mental Health America. At NOAH, we believe in a holistic approach to better health. Our mental health services include psychiatry, consulting, and traditional outpatient counseling. For more information about NOAH’s services, visit https://noahhelps.org/services/.

Humor – 5 Tips for Incorporating Laughter in Your Life

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“Finding a reason to #laugh, walking with a friend, #meditating, playing with a pet, or working from #home once a week can go a long way in making you both physically and mentally healthy” says our friends at Mental Health America. Our Care Team at NOAH includes behavioral health #consulting & traditional outpatient #counseling providers that work alongside our medical team to assess, diagnose and effectively treat the core-symptoms of our #patients. To schedule an apt., please call 480-882-4545! #4Mind4Body #MentalHealthMonth #MHM2019