by niki@hvny.info

Back in May 2020, we asked our HVNY community on Instagram how everyone was doing during our recap of the daily coronavirus briefing from then-New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo. We weren’t sure anyone would answer, honestly, but a lot of you answered, honestly. And many of you felt scared, anxious, you were drinking a lot more, uncertain about finances, uncertain about other people, very ‘meh’ and secretly relieved to have a little free time. It’s okay whatever you are feeling, and even if it changes day-to-day. 

If you want to get it out, send us an email, or use the anonymous form below to share how you’re feeling. Please note: We are your neighbors, not health professionals. Dial 911, or call or text 988, the national crisis and suicide hotline, if you need immediate help.

If you need professional help, check out these resources:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call or text 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

New York State Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-942-6906

Crisis Text Line: Text "Got5" to 741-741

Emotional Support Line: 1-844-863-9314

Dutchess County HELPLINE: Call 845-485-9700 for round-the-clock crisis support.

Dutchess County Stabilization Center: Walk in anytime at 230 North Road in Poughkeepsie or call 845-486-2849.

NAMI Mid-Hudson: Offers free online support groups, resources, and education for residents in Dutchess and Ulster counties via NAMI Mid-Hudson

Hudson Valley Care Coalition: Connects individuals to a regional network of trusted behavioral health providers.

Hudson Valley Counseling and Wellness: Offers rapid-matching virtual and in-person therapy, psychiatric medication management, and holistic care options.

Hudson Valley Guild of Mental Health Professionals: Maintains an online directory of licensed independent psychotherapists and counselors working across Ulster, Dutchess, Orange, Greene, and Columbia counties


If you need immediate medical assistance, please dial 911.


 If you need immediate help, please dial 911 or call/text 988.

If you need immediate help, please dial 911 or call/text 988.