Crossroads: The Manhattan Young Adult Clinic

08/03/2020

As August marks the beginning of , some teens are feeling the social strain of not being around their classmates (or fears of going back to "normal.") In a time of social isolation, there's a big need for self care and staying connected.

These resources were developed as part of our Community Connection Series to help the community in response to COVID-19. Teens, who are already dealing with the stress that comes with being a teenager, now find their lives in complete upheaval due to COVID-19. Across the nation, teens are finding th...

06/30/2020

We're proud to work with New York's youth and encourage them to thrive, so to cheer them on from afar we sent care packages to the Mann Center, a youth residential program and partner program of The Jewish Board.

We hope you enjoy the treats, stay safe, and know we support you!

06/05/2020

Try some relaxing coloring pages made from art from museums and art collections - print out some images and get coloring!

http://library.nyam.org/colorourcollections/

06/04/2020

NYC Well is your connection to free, confidential mental health support. Speak to a counselor via phone, text, or chat and get access to mental health and substance use services, in more than 200 languages, 24/7/365.

1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) or Text WELL to 65173 or chat online at nyc.gov/nycwell
For Relay Service for Deaf/Hard of Hearing: Call 711
Español: Press 3
中文: Press 4

Interpreters are available for 200+ languages. Stay on the line, and you will be connected with a counselor who can connect you to translator services. NYC Well Counselors are trained to accept calls from deaf and hard of hearing individuals using video relay services.

06/02/2020

Help is always available. If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis or feeling suicidal, please go to your nearest emergency room or call the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK. The call is free and confidential, and crisis workers are there 24/7 to assist you.

If you are not yet a client at the Crossroads clinic and would like to become one, contact our One Call Unit at 1-844 -663-2255 or reach out to 1-800-NYCWELL.

06/02/2020

Sometimes we can't always see how much work goes into making art or what struggles an artist may have had to overcome to bring their ideas to life. When times are difficult, our motivation can dry up like desert. This artist's strength and courage reminds us that there is life and beauty in the desert too! Challenge yourself to spend just five minutes working towards your goal. A cactus may be slow to grow, but it's worth the wait!

06/01/2020

New York Road Runners is offering free activities to get you moving! Activity classes from Road Runners for ALL AGES!

Check out: https://activeathome.nyrr.org/rnyrr-familyresources/

05/30/2020

Are you or is someone that you know or interested in ? Tempest offers online recovery support meetings for women and gender nonconforming individuals who are sober or interested in sobriety. Learn more at: https://www.jointempest.co/bridge-club

05/29/2020

Crossroads is lucky to have such gifted artists our community. This artist has shared that the practice of making art has been a way of navigating the challenges of COVID-19. The pieces are entitled 1. Self-Portrait 2. Parasite

05/29/2020

Supportiv is a peer chat support and resource list to offer additional support in a free and digital setting.

To learn more: https://www.supportiv.com/blog/how-to-help-others-in-an-era-of-anxiety-and-struggle-collection

05/28/2020

Fun can be great for your ! The Sinasprite app is a clinically-validated mental health video game. In the game, players help Socks the Fox become a Zen Master. Players categorize their daily concerns and entrust Socks to “hold” their concerns while also engaging in other activities or mini-games. As players help Socks the Fox deal with certain challenges, gameplay lets players practice coping mechanisms that they can apply to other life situations. Evidence-based treatment methods are embedded into the gameplay so players learn healthy habits while simultaneously achieving the desired behavior change.