COVID-19 continues to have a significant impact on our lives. The combination of stress and uncertainty may have affected your mental wellbeing. You may be feeling more sad or worried than you have in the past. This is understandable. There are things you can do to help you feel well mentally and get through.
Get help if you need it
Your whānau, family and friends are important support during this time. But if you need more help, you are not alone. There are services and support for you.
There are many things you can do to boost your mental wellbeing while you're in isolation, and that of those around you:
If you live alone reach out to a friend or member of your whānau who can be your buddy during your isolation period and check in with you by phone or text message every day.
If you feel you are not coping, it is important to talk with a health professional. There are helplines available that offer support, information and help. All services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call the COVID-19 Healthline 0800 358 5453 (24 hours 7 days a week) and always call 111 in an emergency.
There are other support options and resources available that can help you and your whānau during this time.