Mental Wellbeing

It’s normal to feel anxious or stressed in times of difficulty. Here’s how to stay mentally healthy.

Top ways to look after your mental wellbeing

1. Stay in touch with family and friends

Social distancing only refers to remaining physically apart from others. You can still talk to family and friends as often as you want. In fact, it is encouraged as a way to offer support to each other. Acknowledge your feelings to them if you are anxious or depressed.

2. Create and stick to a routine where possible

Routines are a great way to manage difficult situations. Try going to bed and waking up the same time every day. Also eat, shower, change your clothes and check in with family and friends at the same times daily. Avoid unhealthy habits like comfort eating, drinking or smoking.

3. Limit your time online

Check media and social media, particularly the news, at the same time each day to promote your mental wellbeing.

It’s ok to seek support

For support with anxiety, distress or mental wellbeing, you can contact any of the following outreach centres:

The Placement Unit, RND Plaza
John F. Kennedy Drive
Tel. (242) 323-0171 or 323-3859 or 364-9670
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Outreach Centres
Department of Social Services
Nassau and Family Islands

Horseshoe Drive/Pitt Road
Oakes Field
Tel. (242) 322-7121/5
Opening Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Wulff Road Centre
National Insurance Building
Tel. (242) 356-9391-4
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Robinson Road Centre
Alexander House
Montell Heights
Tel. (242) 397-2524
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Fox Hill Centre
Park Plaza
Fox Hill Roundabout
Tel. (242) 364-2200
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays