Call your doctor: If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop
a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing,
call your healthcare provider for medical advice.
If you are struggling with your mental health and believe you may need treatment please contact your health insurance provider for information on how you can access services within your network.
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Or visit the CCBHO link below for a comprehensive of list mental health and substance use treatment programs in our community.
https://members.ccbh.com/find-provider
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For your convenience a list of provider responses
to COVID 19 restrictions & concerns, changes in services etc
can be the NAMI Scranton &
Northeast Region Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/namipa.scranton/
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Psychiatric Emergency Phone Numbers
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Scranton Counseling Center
Lackawanna-Susquehanna Counties
570-348-6100 -
Wayne County 24/7 Crisis Hotline 570-253-0321
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National Suicide Prevention Line 1-800-273-TALK(8255)
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Crisis Response and Recovery Center (CRRC)
575 North River St.
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18764
(855) 600-6372
Support Services
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The Advocacy Alliance Peer Supported Warmline
1-866-654-8114
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Crisis Text Line 741741
The Mental Health Support Line
can be reached toll-free, 24/7 at 1-855-284-2494 from anywhere in PA. The 24/7 mental health and crisis support line for people dealing with anxiety or other difficult emotions. Callers will be able to speak with staff who are trained in trauma-informed principles and will listen, assess the person’s needs, triage, and refer to other local supports and professionals as needed.
Advocacy Services
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NAMI PA Scranton & Northeast Regions
570-342-1047
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The Advocacy Alliance
570-342-7762
Drug and Alcohol Services
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Drug and Alcohol Treatment Service
570-961-1997
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Community Intervention Center
570-342-4298
Legal Services
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North Penn Legal Services, Inc.
570-342-0184
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Lackawanna County Pro Bono, Inc.
570-961-2714
Prison Ministry
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Pennsylvania Prison Society
570-342-4117
Manage Anxiety & Stress
The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html
Support Group Meetings
Support meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Mondays and 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
Membership & Donations
When you join now for just $60 ($5 for Open Door/Student Membership) you become a part of NAMI at the national, state and local levels.
Training & Education
NAMI offers education and training programs throughout the year including Mental Health First Aid and Family-To-Family.