Young Adult Task Force of Rhode Island

04/27/2021

For the 2020-2021 YATF Mental Health Subcommittee's final post, we want to focus on what the "new normal" looks like now that vaccines are available for all Rhode Islanders over 16. Here, we will discuss how the vaccines work and why it's important to get them, as well as guidelines for vaccinated people. We will also link to support groups if you are still struggling with trauma and mental health issues from the pandemic. Thank you for following us, we will start back up again next school year!

For more information about how to get vaccinated, please visit https://www.vaccinateri.org/ or your city/town's website.

04/20/2021

Are you a caregiver? More and more Millennials and Zoomers (Gen Z) are finding themselves in a caregiving role. Whether you are parenting, caring for adult relatives, or both, the stress of the pandemic has probably impacted your role. You may find it difficult to find the time, money, or energy to look after your own needs. In this post, will we share some information about caregiving as a young adult and how COVID-19 has impacted it, ways to take care of yourself & prevent burnout, and some local and national resources for extra support.

04/13/2021

More and more young adults are turning to online dating to make connections. Here are some tips for how to use dating apps safely.

04/08/2021

We “shore” are loving student-leaders making a difference- including our friends !🐏 Thank you to Student Body President Austyn Ramsay & Rams for their pursuits in - Rhody Rams share your pride!🌊 💙

04/05/2021

PART 2/2. Food is one of our most basic human needs, and it can be tough to address the health and mental health needs of your family if you're going to bed hungry. Because of the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, 25% of families in Rhode Island are struggling to afford food. If your family is one of those, you are not alone, and there is no shame in seeking help. Here is an extensive list of community resources that covers the entire state. If you are outside of Rhode Island, 211 is available in every US state, open 24/7 to connect you with resources in your area.

This is part 2, please see part 1 here. https://www.facebook.com/youngadulttaskforceri/posts/229067302337572

04/05/2021

PART 1/2. Food is one of our most basic human needs, and it can be tough to address the health and mental health needs of your family if you're going to bed hungry. Because of the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, 25% of families in Rhode Island are struggling to afford food. If your family is one of those, you are not alone, and there is no shame in seeking help. Here is an extensive list of community resources that covers the entire state. If you are outside of Rhode Island, 211 is available in every US state, open 24/7 to connect you with resources in your area.

This is part 1, please see part 2 here. https://www.facebook.com/youngadulttaskforceri/posts/229068382337464

03/30/2021

LGBTQ+ individuals may find themselves uniquely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. If you are LGBTQ+ and facing financial problems, health or mental health issues, or discrimination, you are not alone. This post has resources that can help you, as well as information about your civil rights in Rhode Island. ***an ***r

03/26/2021

This week’s COVID-19 Vaccine updates. Including who, where, and how you can get vaccinated in RI.

03/22/2021

Are you struggling with time management? You may have been hearing the buzzword "self-care" a lot lately, but what exactly is self-care, and why is it so important for your mental health? The answer is simpler than you'd think: self-care is just taking a break to focus on yourself. Loving yourself is the first step to healthy and productive time management. In this post, we will discuss practical tips for self-care and time management, including recommendations for mobile apps.

03/18/2021

Bulldog spirit still shines even as they ! 🐶 joined students last week to cheer on as they played in the championship final. ⭐️ Continuing to do what’s right starts within!💪 🌊

03/15/2021

There was enough pressure to meet unrealistic beauty standards before the pandemic. Now, more people are struggling with body image than ever. Today we will explore how the pandemic has impacted body image, warning signs of a negative body image, and ways to cope in the COVID-19 era.

03/09/2021