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-doFor the articles mentioned in this episode on stress-reducing techniques, anxiety-reducing exercises, breathing 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 CrossRed Cross guidance for donating blood during the coronavirus pandemicFind Your Local Food Bank at Feeding America211.orgUnited Way of Southeastern MichiganMeals on Wheels AmericaAnn Arbor Meals on WheelsArea Agency on Aging Eldercare LocatorAARP Assistance DirectoryAdministration for Community LivingInstitute of Museum and Library ServicesNational Diaper Bank NetworkRonald McDonald HouseRonald McDonald House Ann ArborFQHC.orgThe Hope ClinicAmericans for the Arts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.