Counseling and resources available free-of-charge to local community
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Magellan
Health, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGLN) today announced that it will open a free
24-hour crisis line for all individuals impacted by the strong storms
and tornado in Jefferson City, Missouri and surrounding area.
The toll-free number to access free, confidential counseling services
is 1-800-327-7451.
Magellan will provide free, confidential counseling services and other
resources, such as referrals to local non-profit organizations, shelters
and additional community-based support to assist individuals in Missouri
as they work to cope with the feelings of fear, sadness, anger and
hopelessness related to these kinds of natural disasters.
Tip sheets with resources specific to trauma and steps towards recovery
can be found on Magellan Health’s website here.
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Supporting
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In addition, resources specific to disasters, emergency preparedness,
response and recovery can be found on Ready.gov.
Magellan
Health, Inc., is a leader in managing complex population health,
concentrating on all areas across healthcare and pharmaceutical
management. Specializing in healthcare services, including behavioral
health counseling and support, to millions of individuals across the
country, Magellan opens its crisis lines during events such as this to
help support the local community as it responds, reacts and rebuilds.
(MGLN-CSH)
Contacts
Media Contact:
Lilly Ackley, [email protected],
(860) 507-1923
Investor Contact:
Joe Bogdan, [email protected],
(860) 507-1910
