for adolescents and adults at Providence Holy
Family Hospital Medical Building. RISE, which
stands for resources, insight, support and
empowerment, is ideal for those who need a higher
level of care than provided in a traditional
outpatient setting, but who do not require
psychiatric hospitalization.
The app is also being offered to participants in
Providence medical residency programs. "Health
care professionals and especially physician
residents, are at very high risk for anxiety and
depression. There aren't a lot of services they feel
comfortable using, due to confidentiality concerns,"
said Sheehan. "The new technology enables them to
get the help they need while remaining anonymous."
Sheehan acknowledges that it's challenging to
implement new things during a pandemic, but says
that the need is greater than ever. "This is just one
new tool that can help us get people the treatment
they need."
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You can support Providence programs that are
helping address our community's mental health
care needs by donating to Providence Health
Care Foundation at providence.org/givingewa
Practicing self-care is key to coping
with anxiety. There are steps you can
take that will help:
• Spend time outside
• Limit your media consumption
• Rediscover hobbies or interests
• Remember the power of humor
• Practice mindfulness
• Exercise
• Engage in spiritual practices
• Focus on hope
If you think SilverCloud could be
helpful for you, contact your
Providence primary care physician.
For additional resources visit:
Blog.Providence.org and search
for "mental health."
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