Is COVID-19 taking a psychological or financial toll on you? There is help

UAE authorities have established psychological and food support programmes

Last updated: May 19, 2020 | 17:44

Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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If COVID-19 has left you in need of psychological or food support, there are programmes in the UAE which can help.

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These are the free psychological counselling options and support programmes that you can availb of.

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Want a free online counselling session? Call the National Campaign for Mental Support's hotline.

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The mental health support line, which was launched on May 19, can be reached on 800-HOPE or 800 4673. You can also contact this number via Whatsapp for complete confidentiality.

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Listen to mental health professionals provide tips and advice on how to deal with the psychological challenges of COVID-19, ask questions and interact with others. Log on to the Ministry of Happiness' social media accounts - @HappyUAE to participate.

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Al Amal consultations

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Free psychological support hotline. Call 04 519 2519 or email alamal.consultations@mohap.gov.ae

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VPS Cadabam’s Mind Talk

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Free online consultation is being offered by the group.

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Call 800 5546 or visit www.vpshealth.com/mindtalk/ to book an online appointment.

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Update: The 10 million meals campaign was launched for Ramadan and has now concluded. Read more here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1589560788448

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You would need to provide your Emirates ID for the meal to be delivered to your doorstep.

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'Together we are good' - free food baskets to families affected by COVID-19 in Abu Dhabi.

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This service is for citizens and residents.

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To request for help, call 800 3088.

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