1-800-633-5599( TTD / TTY)
issues( oversleeping or insomnia), nausea, appetite changes, headaches, chest tightness or heart palpitations. Remember to eat when you can, stay hydrated, get moving( even if it is just a short walk) and get rest. Avoid numbing yourself with alcohol or substances, as these can actually cause you to feel more depressed.
3. Create moments of remembrance. Honor your loved one in ways that feel meaningful to you – light a candle, share a story, make their favorite recipe. These moments can keep the connection alive but still give you space for grief.
4. Find quiet reflection time. Solitude in nature can provide space to process emotions without pressure. Many people find sitting quietly in a peaceful setting helps them feel less alone in their grief.
5. Connect with others. Isolating yourself can make feelings of grief worse. You are not a burden; most people want to help but don’ t know how. Sharing your thoughts with someone you trust can be helpful. If talking feels hard, writing or drawing can help express what you are feeling.
6. Be nice to yourself during special times. Holidays, anniversaries and family milestones can make feelings of grief seem more intense. Give yourself space, set boundaries, modify traditions or opt out if needed. It is okay to feel both sadness and moments of joy – one doesn’ t cancel the other.
7. Seek professional help when needed. If grief feels stuck, overwhelming, interferes with daily life for an extended period of time or if you experience suicidal thoughts severe anxiety or substance dependence, reach out to a behavioral health professional, minister or support group.
Healing doesn’ t mean the pain disappears entirely; it means learning to carry it with more tenderness over time. Be patient with yourself. Small steps count, and it’ s okay to rest along the way.
The Adanta Group is your local resource for behavioral health services and can offer a number of services to support you in managing your grief, including therapy and medication management. Appointments are available today by calling Adanta’ s Centralized Scheduling Department at 1-833-550-5200, Option 1. Crisis services are also available 24 / 7 by dialing 988 or 1-800- 633-5599. Remember, you are not alone. If today feels heavy, that’ s alright. Tomorrow might feel a bit lighter – and if it doesn’ t, that is alright too. Reach out, breathe and know that support is always available.
The Adanta Group
CRISIS
CENTER AND 24 HOUR
HOTLINE
1-800-633-5599( TTD / TTY)
Emergency Crisis Line
Adanta Community Mental Health Center is Ready to Help!
If you are searching for help or would like more information about services, call toll free 1.800.954.4782 x 0, visit Adanta’ s website at www. adanta. org, or Adanta’ s Facebook page at www. facebook. com / The. Adanta. Group.
Adanta has been serving the Lake Cumberland area since 1967, delivering quality services to meet the needs of the people served.“ Enhancing Lives” is the Purpose of the organization, and serves as the beacon for being a great community partner and resource through its services, programs, outreach, and presence in the Lake Cumberland and surrounding counties.**
Adanta is CARF accredited in Adult, Child, & Adolescent Outpatient Treatment; Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs; Adult Mental Health Crisis Intervention and Crisis Stabilization; and Adult, Child, and Adolescent Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs; and Prevention.
** Outpatient Clinics are located in the counties of Adair, Barren, Casey, Clinton, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Russell, Taylor, and Wayne.
The Adanta Group, a contractor with the Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities and the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, provides behavioral health / substance use services with state and federal funds.
February 2026 SEKY- Southeast Kentucky Life • 27