The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) is receiving almost $1 Million from the federal government to support the mental health needs of Tennesseans living through the COVID-19 pandemic. The effects of the pandemic including sickness, death, social distancing, unemployment, and other hardships have had negative mental health effects across the country and in Tennessee. Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis should call Tennessee?s Statewide Crisis Line at 855-274-7471 or text ?TN? to 741-741. People who need treatment for substance use or help maintaining their recovery from addiction can receive a free and confidential referral by calling or texting the TN REDLINE at 800-889-9789 or call their insurance carrier.
TDMHSAS Receives Federal Grant for COVID-19 Mental Health Treatment
Jun 24, 2020 | 5:00 AM