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In a time where there are a lot of unknowns, levels of stress, anxiety and depression can flare up. Area mental health professionals want people to know that we are all in this together and that it is normal to have these feelings. “In general, the population is more anxious and on edge because of the unknowns. There is a lot of fear going on right now about how long this might last,” said Blaine resident Tim Mortenson, CEO of Bridging Hope Counseling. The COVID 19 pandemic has had a significant impact on Mortenson's business, Bridging Hope Counseling, which has locations in Lino Lakes, Rogers and Buffalo. A lot of clients have canceled their appointments for a multitude of reasons, including the loss of a job, the inability to pay for health insurance or fear to leave one's home. Bridging Hope Counseling is known for its dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) groups, which teach skills such as mindfulness,
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Shoreview under state of emergency, extends building closures due to COVID-19 The Shoreview City Council has declared a state of emergency and extended its closure of city buildings due to the rapid spread of COVID-19. Under the declaration, city staff have been directed to determine if any services or operations can be adjusted or suspended and to implement new employee protocols, strategies and processes to maintain essential services. It will allow the city to assist or receive assistance from other communities, in addition to making the city eligible for potential funding. Shoreview City Hall is closed to the general pub-
lic and will remain closed through Friday, April 10. City Council, Planning Commission and other advisory committee meetings will either be held virtually or canceled. The Shoreview Community Center is closed through Friday, May 1. Essential services will continue "without interruption," according to a city statement. City employees will be available via phone or email. Contact information can be found at www.shoreviewmn.gov/staff Additional information on the city's plan to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic can be found at shoreviewmn.gov
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