Coronavirus

Page written and resources collated by Anna Jarvis, Wellbeing Promotion and Early Interventions Lead

The uncertainly around coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) can be unsettling and you may be finding that you have worries about the virus and how it might affect your life.

We have put together some resources that might be helpful if you are finding the situation difficult or stressful.

Please note that whilst we hope that all of the resources below are useful, the Student Wellbeing Service does not endorse the opinions expressed by other parties.

Student Space

Student space is here to make it easier for you to find the support that you need during the coronavirus pandemic. Led by Student minds, the UK's student mental health charity.

Grief & Bereavement

We have created a guide for students at Sheffield Hallam University in response to Covid-19 (Coronavirus).

Resources

Resource	Description
Guidance for the public on the mental health aspects of coronavirus	Government website containing advice and resources on a range of mental health and wellbeing areas.
Staying Well and Motivated (PDF, 1MB)	A guide compiled by our Wellbeing Practitioners
Coronavirus and your wellbeing	A resource developed by the mental health charity mind
Student Minds Resources	Guidance and resources developed to support people within the University Community who may be worried or distressed about self isolation and related issues
Student toolkit for working remotely	Written by students for students
Coping during Covid-19, a guide to students by students	Developed in conjunction with Rethink Mental Illness
Journaling to cope with COVID19	A resource developed by Connecticut college which highlights the benefits of journaling and gives some prompts on how to do it
Centre for Mindfulness Life Enhancement	Guided mindfulness practises for times you may be feeling overwhelmed or anxious
Lets Talk Loneliness	Website for advice on how to help others or yourself if you are feeling lonely.

Community and local organisations

Resource	Description
IAPT - mental health support during coronavirus	Anyone living or working in Sheffield who is struggling with their mental health during the Coronavirus lockdown can now access free NHS support over the phone or online. A 4 week course is also available.
Sheffield Mental Health Guide (Sheffield Flourish)	Details of available mental health support as well as activities and toolkits
Facebook Group	A 'Corona Community' Facebook group for group for Hallam Students developed by our Students Union
Togetherall	Togetherall has content specifically relating to looking after your wellbeing during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Support for Healthcare Workers

App	Description
Psychological Wellbeing for Healthcare Workers	A learning tool developed with the aim of mitigating the impact of COVID-19 on psychological wellbeing
NCL in Mind	A wellbeing and mental health project to connect and support the North Central London health and social care workforce during the Coronavirus outbreak. Whilst it has been developed to support this group, the resources are relevant for any health worker.

Support in a crisis

Resource	Description
Shout	Shout is a 24/7 text service which aims to take you from a 'hot moment' to feeling calmer. If you're experiencing a personal crisis, are unable to cope and need support, text Shout to 85258
Samaritans	A 24-hour support service to discuss personal issues. Many of the Samaritans’ branches are also open to visitors, so you can to speak to someone in person. They also offer support to those worried about others.br> Tel: 116 123, Email: jo@samartians.org (non-urgent, 24 hour response time)
Papyrus (HopeLine)	Young persons (under 35) suicide prevention charity, supports those with suicidal thoughts and those worried about others and seeking advice Tel: 0800 068 41 41 text: 07786 209697 Email:pat@papyrus-uk.org
Rethink NHS Helpline	A 24/7 Sheffield Helpline which offers emotional support and information to people affected by mental illness, aged 16 and over, who live in Sheffield or are under the care of Sheffield Health & Social Care NHS Foundation Trust. Contact Tel: 0808 801 0440 (free)

Apps

Android or iOS Apps

App	Description
Wysa	An emotionally intelligent chatbot which employs research backed, widely used techniques such as CBT, DBT, Yoga and meditation, to support users with stress, anxiety, sleep, loss and a whole range of other mental health and wellness needs
Fabulous	takes a holistic approach to motivate users to be more productive and have higher energy. The app is more than just a habit tracker, or a way to create new rituals – it’s a personal coach and happiness trainer.
Your. MD	a health tracker and symptom checker powered by Artificial Intelligence, which has been developed by doctors and data scientists. It provides instant personalised health information and services, whenever and wherever it’s needed, for free.
eQuoo	An evidence-based Emotional Fitness Game, combining the excitement and joy of gaming and the expertise of mental health professionals to provide a new form of mobile prevention and therapy for young adults 18-28-years old.

Get help from our service