Feeling overwhelmed?
Struggling to find a balance of fun, friends, and relaxation and still having time to accomplish all your coursework? Reach out for support.
There are many community resources found throughout Pennsylvania for additional resources; reach out to 211 by calling 2-1-1 or online at https://pa211central.info/ for referrals to other community resources. PA 2-1-1 is provided by the United Way.
Highlands Health (Johnstown Free Medical Clinic): https://www.highlandshealthclinic.com/
Homelessness Resource: https://findingyourwayinpa.com/
Veterans, Make the Connection: https://www.maketheconnection.net/
Substance use disorders (the use of drugs and/or alcohol) can affect all individuals; approximately 22 million individuals nationwide suffer from this condition. Countless others are affected indirectly as family members or friends of individuals with a substance abuse problem.
The problems caused by substance abuse have now reached epidemic proportions, creating overwhelming pain, suffering, and expense for individuals, families, and employers. Anyone suffering with the problem of substance abuse is strongly encouraged to seek assistance from the services provided at the college or from local community agencies. Early identification of substance abuse is important in the rehabilitation process, signs include:
If you or someone you know are experiencing signs/symptoms of substance abuse and would like assistance initiating recovery, counseling services are available at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College free of charge. Located within the Student Success Center, the counselor also has available resources regarding local and national organizations that focus on recovery from addiction.
Online Resources: Start Your Recovery & Help.org
Online AA: https://aa-intergroup.org/meetings/
https://www.bedfordcountypa.org/county_resources/index.php
https://personalsolutionsinc.org/about/bcdapp/
https://www.blairdap.org/
https://www.cambriadrugandalcohol.com/
https://franklincountypa.gov/index.php?section=human-services_drug-alcohol
http://www.tricountydrugandalcohol.com/contactus.php
https://www.somersetsca.com/
Resource from National Institute on Drug Abuse
Set to Go is a helpful tool to balance the transition to college from high school as well as to transition on to young adulthood.
Victim Services, Inc.(Cambria & Somerset Counties)- Toll Free: 1-800-755-1983
Family Services, Inc. (Blair County) - Crime Victim Services Hotline: 1-800-500-2849
The Abuse Network (Huntingdon County) - Tel: 1-888-810-2444
Check out this website (http://nomore.org/) to join the movement to end domestic violence and sexual assault.
Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence
On this website you can find quizzes, information and other downloadable resources to discover and build a healthy relationship.
Hotline/Text Line Resources:
Text: BeFree to 233733
Hotline: 1-888-373-7888
Managing Stress: The Jed Foundation
Feeling Stressed?
ULifeline
How to Deal with Stress as a Medical and Healthcare Student
"Buddy Project™ is a non-profit movement that aims to prevent suicide and self-harm by pairing people as buddies and raising awareness for mental health."
mentalhealth.gov
"Let's talk about it"
"It's time we talk about mental health. Share what's on your mind."
Get connected. Get Help.
Resources include, but not limited to:
Housing
Utilities
Food
Health
Employment & Expenses
Mental Health
"The Jed Foundation’s Mental Health Resource Center provides essential information about common emotional health issues and shows teens and young adults how they can support one another, overcome challenges, and make a successful transition to adulthood."
Resources for those concerned about a gaming addiction
Follow this link to access the state database of child care providers:
www.findchildcare.pa.gov
Individuals can search the database based off of addresses (i.e. home or work address) to find the provider that is most convenient.