In our first episode, hosts Jake and Josh talk about the WRASAP project and the plans we have for the podcast. Josh shares his personal experience responding to a family member experiencing depression and why it is important to acknowledge and address mental health concerns in our communities.

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Thanks for listening to this episode of the AgWellness podcast. Please subscribe wherever you get your podcast, visit our website at farmstress.us and connect with us on social media at AgWellness Utah. If you are experiencing stress, mental health concerns or suicidal thoughts, or if you know someone who is please contact these resources as always, if it is an emergency dial 911

Crisis lines that are available are:

FARMAID_ 1-800-FARMAID (1-800-327-6243)

Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741

Crisis Response Network 1-800-203-CARE (2273)

SafeUT 833-372-3388 or download their app to use the chat feature

If you need help finding a mental health provider, here are some ways to get started:

Contact the person’s health insurance provider and ask about mental health professionals that are within the network.

Psychology Today Service Finder: On this website, you can search for therapists, psychiatrists, treatment centers and support groups in your area. www.psychologytoday.com/us

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Here, you can find general information about mental health services in your area.

findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ 

Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

At this website, you can find health centers that offer more affordable options for people that do not have health insurance.

https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

.This website can help if you have questions about insurance coverage for mental health.

https://www.hhs.gov/programs/topic-sites/mental-health-parity/mental-health-and-addiction-insurance-help/index.html