As if life wasn’t stressful enough, along comes the coronavirus which has put the world and our lives into a chaotic tail spin.  If you’re  struggling with mental health, which we all are in some way or another. Remember you are not alone.  Listed below are some great resources to help us through this challenging time.  “We’ve Got This!”

Granite Wellness Center

We are very fortunate to have an amazing staff and resources available at our Wellness Center.  These resources are free to employees and dependents who are on one of Granite’s medical plans.

Did You Know – Telephonic Visits Are Available For:

• Behavioral Health. Mental and emotional health is a critical component of overall wellness. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, relationships, addiction, ADHD/ADD, or another type of personal struggle, Granite Wellness Center offers private/confidential access to Behavioral Health services and counseling to help you be your best. Take time to care for yourself and work through life’s challenges. If you would like to schedule a telephonic visit with a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), please contact the Wellness Center at 801-964-9355.
• Wellness Coaching. If you would like to schedule a telephonic visit with Kimberlie Rew (Wellness Coach), please contact the Wellness Center at 801-964-9355. If you are looking for assistance with stress management, nutrition, physical activity, or other wellness areas, Kim is available to support you.
• Management of various conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia). If you would like to schedule a telephonic visit with Lisa Sehy, RN (Health Risk Condition Management Nurse), please contact the Wellness Center at 801-964-9355. Lisa can provide health education, resources, and support to help you improve management of your health condition.

Resource Links

• Community Crisis Intervention Support Services
• Stress & Coping – Center for Disease Control (CDC)
• Work Place Mental Health – American Psychiatric Association
• Quick Tip For Mental Health During COVID-19 – SSMHealth
• Mental Health Resources

1) COVID Stress Resources

Utah Strong Flyer – ENGLISH (PDF)

Utah Strong Flyer – SPANISH (PDF)

2) Community Crisis Intervention & Support Services

Members of our community should never feel they must face a mental health challenge alone. We provide specialty programs to prevent mental health crisis and support people through them if they happen. Our team of professionals train in mental health crisis management, suicide prevention, and emotional wellness. Utah residents have access to a safety net when they need it most at no cost.

For Any Mental Health Crisis:

Utah Crisis Line – 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)

• In association with the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
• Licensed clinicians provide services 24/7
• Compassionate and non-judgmental emotional support
• Crisis intervention & suicide prevention
• Treatment information & referrals

For Fast, Free, Face-to-Face Crisis Response:

Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) – 1-800-273-8255 (TALK)

The Utah Crisis Line sends out MCOT in many areas throughout our state. HMHI’s MCOT primarily provides care for people within Salt Lake County. However, through the Utah Crisis Line dispatch, we work with other local mental health authorities across Utah. These other authorities also offer MCOT teams for a prompt response.

• Consultation & support to individuals, families, schools, treatment providers and first responders
• Follow-up services, including ongoing support and referrals to providers in the community
• Offering virtual visit options
• Youth & adult services teams of licensed clinicians and peer support specialists are available 24/7/365

For Secure Evaluation & Stabilization

HMHI Receiving Center

• For residents of Salt Lake County
• Short-term stay (up to 23 hours)
• Serves both voluntary & involuntary patients
• Therapeutic crisis management, assessment & discharge planning

For Non-Crisis Support:

Utah Warm Line – 1-833-SPEAKUT or 801-587-1055 (local)

• Utah residents may call 8am to 11pm, 7 days a week
• Peer Support Specialists with specialized training offer support, engagement and empower callers to make positive changes

3) Emotional Health Relief Hotline  

A free resource for those seeking emotional health guidance during uncertain times.  This is a community resource and available to all community members.  Calls are connected with a trained caregiver who can provide appropriate:

• self-care tools
• peer supports
• treatment options
• crisis resources

CALL- 833-442-221 (Available 7 days a week, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.)

4) Employee Assistance Program – LifeMap

Some days it can be tough to manage the competing priorities in our lives, and keep it all running smoothly. LifeMap’s EAP program, is there for you when you need it. This confidential and round-the clock service offers support and resources, whether your issues are parenting, work situations, a troubled relationship, substance abuse or even just a desire for self-improvement. Program is available to you and your dependents 24/7.

Employee Assistance Program – Printable (PDF)

24/7 Phone Service:

• Toll-Free 1-866-750-1327, available to all members.
• visit www.mylifevalues.com

Counseling Sessions

• LifeMap will pay up to three face to face counseling sessions a year with an EAP network provider
• Teachers must be enrolled in the LifeMap LTD program for counseling sessions