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Coping with loneliness during a holiday pandemic

The lingering pandemic has amplified feelings of isolation, depression and anxiety for countless Pennsylvanians, particularly as family-oriented holidays approach.  Mental illness is often exacerbated during dark winter months, but this year’s COVID-19 restrictions may further compound the need for support and a sense of community among Pennsylvania’s most vulnerable.  More resources exist this holiday season for anyone struggling with grief, drug or alcohol addiction and other health concerns, Gov. Tom Wolf’s administration said this week. Mental health resources A June survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found roughly 25% of American respondents were experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression a steep increase from the year prior. More Pennsylvanians, too, may feel downhearted this season as public health experts discourage holiday gatherings to stem the spread of COVID-19. 

Feeling lonely, depressed or anxious? Pennsylvania has mental health services ready to help

Feeling lonely, depressed or anxious? Pennsylvania has mental health services ready to help Updated Dec 21, 2020; It’s going to be a tough holiday season for many Pennsylvanians, but the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services wants you to know that you don’t have to endure it alone. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the state is encouraging everyone to only spend the holidays with those who live in their household in order to prevent the spread of the virus. While social distancing has been hard throughout the pandemic, the department expects feelings of loneliness, anxiety and depression to only get worse as the holidays near and we are forced to celebrate without our loved ones. It can be especially difficult for those who struggle with substance and alcohol abuse.

National Guard temporarily helping staff Crawford County Care Center

By Keith Gushard Meadville Tribune Dec 18, 2020 Dec 18, 2020 The Pennsylvania Army National Guard is helping the staff of the Crawford County Care Center. SHANNON ROAE/Meadville Tribune SAEGERTOWN — The Pennsylvania Army National Guard temporarily is helping staff the Crawford County Care Center in Saegertown because of positive COVID-19 among staff. The National Guard is providing one nurse, five medics serving as certified nursing assistants and six others to work with dietary and housekeeping services at the county-owned nursing home, Eric Henry, chairman of Crawford County Board of Commissioners, said Thursday. The National Guard arrived Wednesday at the Care Center and will work at the home at least through Monday, Henry said.

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