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Ways to Help Yourself and Others Who May be Hit Hardest by COVID-19 | Michigan Medicine

The news about coronavirus may leave some people feeling helpless, like there’s nothing to do but wait for the worst. But that’s not true. In fact, there are plenty of actions you can take to help those around you, and yourself – and to feel like you’re really making a difference.

Sometimes in anxiety producing situations, it can make a big difference to feel like you’re taking action to help.


For more information about this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/feeling-helpless-about-coronavirus-10-things-you-can-do


For the articles mentioned in this episode on stress-reducing techniquesanxiety-reducing exercisesbreathing techniques, and on self-care if you are a caregiver follow the hyperlinks here.


Links to resources mentioned in the episode can be found here:


The American Red Cross

Red Cross guidance for donating blood during the coronavirus pandemic

Find Your Local Food Bank at Feeding America

211.org

United Way of Southeastern Michigan

Meals on Wheels America

Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels

Area Agency on Aging Eldercare Locator

AARP Assistance Directory

Administration for Community Living

Institute of Museum and Library Services

National Diaper Bank Network

Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House Ann Arbor

FQHC.org

The Hope Clinic

Americans for the Arts

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