See below for some helpful resources for both students and parents to access.
Newsletter for Parents from the RI Regional Prevention Coalition- COVID-19 & Social Distancing
Another resource with great information and recommendations for families
Tips and strategies for mental health well being
The Free Mindfulness Project offers mindfulness resources as practiced in mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), and other closely related approaches. This site catalogues a collection of free mindfulness resources, including guided meditations, poetry, and COVID-19 mindfulness activities.
The “Calm” app and “Headspace” app are helpful and easy-to-use tools that help to reduce stress and anxiety. The apps offer breathing practices, meditation and sleeping guides, exercise videos, and mindfulness exercises!
Coping with Stress During the 2019-nCoV Outbreak
It is normal to feel sad, stressed, confused, scared or angry during a crisis. This info sheet developed by the World Health Organization provides readers with some tips for managing stress during the COVID-19 outbreak. This fact sheet is also available in the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish.
Below are some great options for non-academic activities students & families can do while at home:
Read a book! Use this link to access free books and choose one that interests you
Try out Origami – There are many resources here
Boredom Busting ideas: Lots of great links here!
URI Couple & Family Therapy Clinic offers free sessions during COVID-19 pandemic