Office: (419) 281-3716 Hours: M, W, F 7a-5p; T & Th: 7a-8p (limited services)-Please call ahead
24 Hour Crisis: (419) 289-6111 Crisis Text Line: Text 4HOPE to 741741
Rape Crisis/Domestic Violence: (419) 289-8085

Telehealth

Telehealth allows you to video or phone conference with your provider through computers, tablets, or smartphones to virtually connect to your doctor, counselor, or case manager without leaving your home. (National Consortium of Telehealth Resource Centers). The goal of Appleseed telehealth option is to ensure that you receive the same high-quality care that you would get by coming in for a visit.

If you’ve never had a health care visit that wasn’t in-person, it might be hard to picture what the visit will be like. A video visit is the closest option to an in-person visit. And the goal is to make the telehealth visit as much like an in-person visit as possible.

Benefits to Telehealth

Safety — reduces everyone’s exposure during COVID-19
Convenience
Time-saving — no need to commute
Save on travel/transportation costs
Reduces wait time for services

Sources : Telehealth.HHS.Gov and CDC

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What Equipment Do I Need?

To participate in Telehealth, you will need stable internet and a computer, tablet, or smartphone are all that’s needed to use telehealth.

One of the biggest barriers that prevents patients from doing telehealth is not being able to afford the cost of internet or phone services. Federal and non-profit organizations may be able to help. Source: Telehealth.HHS.Gov

Lifeline Support — from the Universal Service Administrative Company
The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program — from the Universal Service Administrative Company

Setting up a video visit

If you’re using video to talk with a provider, there are a few things you can do ahead of time to help the visit run smoothly.

Choose a spot with plenty of light. If you’re using the camera on your phone, try turning on the flash if necessary.
Make sure the camera is steady. This will be easier if you’re using a computer or laptop. To keep a phone steady, prop it up on a desk or table.
Get comfortable. You’ll have an easier time focusing on the visit if your body is comfortable. This is another reason to prop up your phone — your arm will get pretty tired if you’re trying to hold the phone out in front of you during your visit.
Reduce background noise. This can be tricky when there are a lot of people in the house. But if you can, find a quiet activity for the kids — or your roommates — in a separate room.
Close other applications. Some applications will slow down your internet connection. And even if they don’t, closing them will cut down on distractions.

Adopted from: Telehealth.HHS.Gov

Contact Appleseed's office to schedule a Telehealth visit at 419-281-3716

Recent Updates

This is World Kindness Week

Research shows that performing acts of kindness positively impacts mental health by increasing the neurotransmitters in the brain that make us feel satisfied and good: Acts of kindness can increase the hormone that makes us feel connected to each other and helps us trust each other, ”A study in the journal Integrative Psychological and Behavioral Science found that people who practiced a-kindness-mindset lowered their stress hormones by 23%. Try practicing random kind actions towards others every day and see what a difference it makes.

Relaxation Techniques to Manage Anger

Using relaxation skills is a great way to manage anger. Use deep-breathing exercises, repeat a calming-word-or-phrase, like "Take it easy.” Concentrate on a poem, prayer or spiritual writing. Try listening to music, writing in your journal, or do a few yoga poses. When you are angry, learn to apply the discipline of relaxation.

Appleseed Community Mental Health Center recognizes national case management week Oct. 10 to 16

National Case Management Week is Oct. 10 to 16. This week is an opportunity to recognize the dedication, compassion and quality of client care outcomes achieved by case managers across the health care continuum. The benefits of receiving case management are numerous including, but not limited to, individualized needs assessments, care coordination, client education, problem-solving skills, case monitoring, resource linkage and management, advocacy, and discharge planning.

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Appleseed Community Mental Health Center
2233 Rocky Lane
Ashland, Ohio 44805

Phone: (419) 281-3716

Hours: M, W, F 7a-5p
T & Th 7a-8p (limited services)
Please call ahead

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