The COVID-19 pandemic came with a variety of new things, experiences and terms. Let’s change one of the biggest buzz words of the COVID-19 pandemic: social distancing. We know it’s important to keep a distance from others to decrease the chance of spreading the virus. Distancing can range from wearing a mask and staying six [...]
Do you feel like your brain is on overload? Are you struggling to find a good way to relax or reset? This video is for the community, for anyone that may be struggling, or anyone who needs a little self-care. If that’s you, read on! During a pandemic, one way we can care for ourselves [...]
Can you think of the last time you had a good laugh? We have all been stuck inside for quite some time, and it can be challenging to get through the day, especially if you are an older adult or caregiver. Humor is a simple tool we can use to help us get through this [...]
We are all experiencing a pandemic (also known as a disaster) together, and it is very common for sleep habits to change or get interrupted during this time. If you’re not able to sleep or you feel like you need more sleep, you’re not alone. Getting good sleep is one of the most important things [...]
To all healthcare professionals and those working in senior living: How are you coping with grief during this pandemic? Right now during COVID-19, we are facing a greater amount of loss than we have in a long time. As healthcare professionals, it can be easy to put our blinders on to the grief around us [...]
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Mental Health was awarded a grant to provide behavioral health services to those who are emotionally troubled by the pandemic and Tri-County Mental Health Services has been selected as one of the more than 20 partner agencies throughout the state of Missouri. Olivia Booher, Tri-County's Director [...]
