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Families can always call BPS Health Services (617-635-6788) to talk through next steps while keeping personal information private. You can also call the Mayor’s Health Line for support, (617) 534-5050
HEALTH INSURANCE
- Residents who need health insurance can call 877-623-6765
Go to MAhealthconnector.org to complete application
Those who qualify will be offered subsidized plans with low premiums and co-pays, and no deductibles for all services
If you do not qualify you will be offered 9 carriers with up to 50 plans
PHONE APPS TO SUPPORT MENTAL HEALTH
- REFLECTLY (preteens and teens) basic, free
Mood tracking/dreams/sleepless nights, or to generally have a place to log thoughts.
- YOUPER (teens and adults)
Mood tracking and journaling
App also has an auto text message feature that can explore the client’s
mood with them
- DOWN DOG or YOGA FOR BEGINNERS (free until April 1st)
Yoga positions that can accommodate based on personal needs and experience levels
- SANVELLO (teenagers and adults)
Addresses anxiety and depression: practices mindfulness and can log mood. (Click skip once registered to access free features)
- RELAX MELODIES
Customize sleep sounds
- WHITE NOISE
A variety of sounds that can help relax people