COVID - 19
Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation COVID-19 Media Toolkit
The images and example social media posts below were developed by Ohio’s Suicide Prevention Foundation and are free to the public. Clicking any image will download a high-resolution PDF file.
Example Social Media Posts
In such a scary time, it is important to reach out to those who might be having a harder time with social distancing. If you are struggling reach out to @crisistextline by texting SHARE to 741741 #youmatter #mentalhealthawareness
If going out to get groceries is adding stress to your plate, reach out to [LOCAL HOTLINE] for how you can get your food and toiletries delivered.
Social Distancing can be lonely, be sure to reach out to friends and family through texts, emails, facetime, or Skype. Visit ohiospf.org for a list of local resources. #reachout
If stress reactions interfere with your everyday activities, reach out to your healthcare provider. Contact [LOCAL HOTLINE/RESOURCE] for more information.
Uncertainty is widespread right now, but we can help people stay in control of their emotions. Help us share tips on managing coronavirus-related stress and anxiety to all those we serve. A social media toolkit is available at http://mha.ohio.gov/coronavirus for you or your agency to use on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more. Scroll to the bottom of the page to download sample messages.
Opioid and Substance Use Treatment Providers
Below are resources for opioid and other substance user providers to help transition services to be COVID-19 responsive.
Connections App, a free smartphone app
that supports patients in recovery from substance use disorders.
Please direct inquiries to:
OTP Questions: OTP_COVID19@mha.ohio.gov
General BH questions: Covid19BH@mha.ohio.gov
Supporting Mental Health During COVID-19
Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event
Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health: Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation during an infectious disease outbreak
Additional Mental Health Resources
Social Media Toolkit
Uncertainty is widespread right now, but we can help people stay in control of their emotions. Help us share tips on managing coronavirus-related stress and anxiety to all those we serve. A social media toolkit is available at http://mha.ohio.gov/coronavirus for you or your agency to use on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and more. Scroll to the bottom of the page to download sample messages.
Culturally Competent Services in Disaster Situations
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) ensures cultural and linguistically appropriate disaster preparedness by sharing a video of their daily updates in multiple languages. Videos can be viewed on the Ohio Channel's YouTube.
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Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health
Guidance for Higher Education During COVID-19
Children are experiencing the pandemic with adults, but not necessarily in the same way. The resources below can help explain what’s going on and ensure that children stay as healthy and happy as possible.
Guidance for Higher Education Administrators
Resources from Ohio Department of Health
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The ODH website is updated daily: .
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The ODH call center is open daily 9 am – 8 pm: 1-833-4-ASK-ODH
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The governor’s office holds a regular press conference, broadcast on the Ohio Channel; past conferences are recorded and archived in many languages.
FCC Expands Broadband Access
in Response to COVID-19.
Other actions by the FCC related to COVID-19 include more funding for the Rural
Health Care program.
