Resource guide for victim service professionals responding to corona virus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Message from CJCC
The novel coronavirus disease, COVID-19, is creating an evolving situation with varied impacts across the country and in Georgia. The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC) has created this guide to be a quick and easy resource during this pandemic. The guide will be updated regularly with the latest information and resources that victim service providers can use to prepare and respond as effectively and efficiently as possible. As professionals in the victim services field, we understand that for victims, staying at home may not be the safest option right now. The CJCC wants to say thank you for continuing to deliver lifesaving services to the most vulnerable within our communities. We know that this is a time filled with anxiety of the unknown. We thank you for your selfless service and for continuing to respond to those in need! If there are other resources that may be of value to other providers in the state, please send the information to Jenny.Aszman@cjcc.ga.gov to have the resource added to the listing.
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Table of Contents
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention .......................................................................................5 Johns Hopkins University ......................................................................................................................5 Georgia Department of Public Health..................................................................................................5 Office of the Governor..........................................................................................................................6 Georgia COVID19 Hotline .....................................................................................................................6 Georgia COVID19 Well-Being Guide ....................................................................................................7 Georgia Agency & Organization Responses to COVID19 ....................................................................7 National & State Hotlines & Helplines .................................................................................................9 Guidance for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Service Providers ..........................................10 Guidance for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners & Forensic Nurses ...................................................16 Guidance for Human Trafficking ........................................................................................................17 Georgia Crime Victims Compensation Program................................................................................18 Resources for Legal Services and Victims' Rights ..............................................................................18 Other Georgia Services & Assistance Programs ................................................................................21 Resources for Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Addiction & Recovery ........................................24 Resources for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities ..............................................................29 Meals & Food Assistance ....................................................................................................................30 Resources for Staying Connected ......................................................................................................31 Digital Learning Resources..................................................................................................................32 Supporting Younger Learners at Home..............................................................................................34
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Literary Resources...............................................................................................................................35 Talking to Children & Teens About Coronavirus ...............................................................................37 Resources for Older Adults & Elder Abuse ........................................................................................37 Funding Opportunities, Resources & Info for Nonprofits .................................................................38 NAACP Resources................................................................................................................................39 Vicarious Trauma & Self-Care Resources...........................................................................................39 Emergency Pet Care............................................................................................................................39
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The CDC regularly provides updated information and guidance on how to plan, prepare and respond to COVID19.
www.cdc.gov
Resources COVID-19 Response Guidelines for Opening Up America Again Keeping Workplaces, Schools, Homes and Commercial Establishments Safe Guidance on Homeless Population Guidance for First Responders Guidance for Healthcare Professionals Guidance for Events and Mass Gatherings Guidance for Home Guidance for Symptoms & Testing Guidance for Children Guidance for Travelers Guidance for Businesses Guidance for Schools & Childcare Guidelines for Communities, Schools & Workplaces Home Isolation and Disease Prevention in Household Flyers in multiple languages
Johns Hopkins University
Coronavirus Resource Center Understanding the COVID-19 Pandemic Frequently Asked Questions Protecting Your Health Public Health on Call
Georgia Department of Public Health
The Georgia Department of Public Health provides two daily status updates on current numbers and communities impacted in Georgia.
www.dph.ga.gov
Resources COVID-19 Daily Status Report 5

COVID-19 Response in Georgia Governor Kemp's News Conferences: COVID19 Update DPH Administrative Order for Public Health Control Measures
Industry Guidance Universities, Schools, and Childcare Healthcare Providers, Hospitals, Labs Healthcare Professionals Long-term Care Facilities Human Services First Responders
Alerts PunchAlert is free and allows you to receive instant updates for COVID-19. Text COVIDGAGEN (English) or COVIDGAESP (Spanish) to 77297
Testing Find a COVID19 Testing Site COVID19 Screening Tool
Office of the Governor
The Office of Brian B. Kemp issued a Shelter in Place order effective from Friday, April 3rd at 6:00 PM Wednesday, May 13th at 11:59 PM.
Shelter in Place Order Governor's Executive Orders Reviving a Healthy Georgia Childcare Facilities Summer Camps
The Georgia Department of Economic Development provides answers to questions regarding how Gov. Kemp's new Executive Order addressing COVID-19 affects Georgia businesses.
https://www.georgia.org/covid19?fbclid=IwAR3OSVBYycFBqJoTYsJ5QEbPAzY8SCjcKqTp148DI4-_t7GKWI6sJoYQx8
State Guidance for Small Business
Georgia COVID19 Hotline
The State of Georgia has a COVID-19 hotline. If you believe that you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the novel coronavirus, please contact your primary care
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doctor or an urgent care clinic. Please do not show up unannounced at an emergency room or health care facility.
Hotline: (844) 442-2681
Georgia COVID19 Well-Being Guide
This mental health guide was written by members of the University of Georgia's Clinical Psychology Program to provide information and recommendations to members of the UGA and Athens community who are struggling with significant life changes accompanying the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://www.psychology.uga.edu/covid-19-well-being-guide
Georgia Agency & Organization Responses to COVID19
Georgia Criminal Justice Coordinating Council COVID-19 Response Guidance for Subrecipients COVID-19 Response Guidance for CJCC's Compliance and Justice Subrecipients COVID-19 Response Guidance for CJCC's Victim Assistance Subrecipients COVID-19 Victim Assistance Emergency Funding Program for Subrecipients Recommended COVID-19 Response Guidance for Medical-Forensic Services Guidelines for providing Remote Telemental Health Services OTIP Victim Assistance for Human Trafficking OVW Grantee Staff Pay FAQ Special Notice Regarding the Federal Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program Executive Order and Critical Infrastructure Workforce Guidelines
Georgia Department of Community Affairs COVID-19 Resources 1. Transportation 2. Food 3. Health 4. Services 5. Supplies 6. Recruitment 7. Financial resources
Georgia Department of Education Online Distance Learning Resources School Closures Public Wifi Locations Georgia Aquarium's At-Home Learning Resources
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COVID19 Emotional Support Resources
Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence COVID19 Update 404-209-0280
Georgia Commission on Family Violence Joint Statement on Addressing Domestic Violence during COVID-19 Pandemic FVIP Class Update 404-657-3412
Georgia Network to End Sexual Assault COVID19 Update info@gnesa.org (404) 815-5261
Children's Advocacy Centers of Georgia Coronavirus Resources (678) 904-2880
Georgia Court Appointed Special Advocates 404.874.2888 800.251.4012 Central Georgia COVID19 Response
Georgia Prosecuting Attorneys Council PAC Operations Update News and Information
Georgia VOICES Agency Town Hall on COVID19 Resources for Families and Communities During Coronavirus Voices' COVID19 Response and Policy Recommendations
Department of Early Care & Learning Response to Coronavirus in Georgia COVID-19 Resources
Georgia Center for Nonprofits Guidance, resources, and program updates Georgia Nonprofit NEWS | COVID19 Response Edition
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National Council of Nonprofits Nonprofits and Coronavirus, COVID19
National & State Hotlines & Helplines
Georgia Domestic Violence Hotline Call 1-88-33-HAVEN (1-883-334.2836). Advocates available 24/7.
National Domestic Violence Hotline Call 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-799-7233 for TTYText LOVEIS to 22522. Chat also available online.
National Sexual Assault Hotline Call 1800656HOPE (4673). Chat also available online.
National Elder Fraud Hotline 1-833-372-8311
National Human Trafficking Hotline Call 18883737888 and through text SMS: 233733 (Text "Help" or "Info").
StrongHearts Native Helpline Available specifically for Native communities and individuals experiencing domestic/sexual violence,7am-10pm CT. Call 1-844-762-8483 Trans LifeLine Peer support line for trans folks staffed exclusively by trans operators, 9am-3am CT. Against nonconsensual active rescue. Call 1-877-565-8860
National Parent Helpline Emotional support and advocacy for parents, Monday - Friday 12pm-9am CT Call 1-855-2736
The Trevor Project Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678. A national 24-hour, toll free confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ youth.
National Disaster Distress Helpline This hotline offers crisis counseling and emotional support by phone. Call 1-800-985-5990 and text (text TalkWithUs to 66746).
Cyber Civil Rights initiative (revenge/nonconsensual porn) 8448782274
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Mothers Against Drunk Driving 877MADDHELP (8776233435)
National Organization of Parents of Murdered Children 888818POMC (8888187662)
National Suicide Prevention Line 8002738255
National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline 8663319474
Pathways to Safety International (domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking) 833SAFE833 (8337233833)
Safe Phone Helpline (sexual assault support for DoD community) 8779955247
NOVA's Touch-Base Program Each day from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. EST, a cadre of NOVA's trained crisis responders (CRs) will be on-call to serve as a touch-base contact for any NOVA member, advocate, crisis responder, credentialed advocate or allied colleague.
Email COVID-19-Support@trynova.org with the subject line, "TOUCH-BASE CONTACT" Write your first name and phone number in the body of the email. You will receive a callback from one of NOVA's experienced crisis responders. Our goal is
to reply within an hour. The phone number you will receive a call back from will likely be blocked or you won't recognize it; if you don't answer, the CR will leave a message for you.
The Deaf Hotline Available 24/7 through video phone (1-855-812-1001), email and chat for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled survivors.
Guidance for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Service Providers
Responding to COVID-19 National Resource Center on Domestic Violence
Preventing and Managing the Spread of COVID-19 Within Domestic Violence Programs Special Collection: Disaster and Emergency Preparedness and Response Additional Disaster-related Resources
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Redefining WE: Building Beloved Communities Fundraising Strategies for Local DV Programs in Response to COVID-19 What Domestic Violence Organizations Need to Know about Coronavirus
National Network to End Domestic Violence COVID-19: Coalition Guidance for Programs Resources on the Response to COVID19 Recommendations for Responding to COVID19 for DV Shelters Sample Leave Policies Financial Planning Resources How to Prevent Zoom Bombing
Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence Response to Coronavirus & Resource Round-Up
Futures Without Violence Information on COVID-19 For Survivors, Communities, & DV/SA Programs Pods and Podmapping Worksheet
House of Ruth Maryland COVID-19 Prevention & Response Forum for Advocates (Intimate Partner Violence Topics" and look for "COVID-19 Prevention & Response")
California Partnership to End Domestic Violence Emergency Preparedness Toolkit
National Network for Youth Coronavirus Resources: Resources for Community-Based Service Providers
Texas Council on Family Violence Information about How Disasters can Impact Survivors and Ways to Respond to Survivors and Staff: "Understanding the Impact of Hurricane Harvey on Family Violence Survivors in Texas and Those Who Serve Them" COVID19 Safety Toolkit COVID19 BIPP Response Toolkit
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National Health Care for the Homeless Council Shelter Health: Essentials of Care for People Living in Shelter COVID19 Coffee Chats every Tuesday and Friday COVID19 Data Dashboard: Comparative Data for Health Care for the Homeless
Medical Respite Care and ACS Face Coverings for Consumers Community Info Exchange
Full Frame Initiative Wellness Orientation For Uncertainty in the Time of COVID-19
Assessing Options During COVID19 Infographic For Harm Prevention How to Sustain Youth & Family Wellbeing In the Juvenile Justice System During COVID19
Crisis
National Center for Transgender Equality The Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guide
From the Tahirih Justice Center Analysis: The Impact of COVID-19 on Immigrant Survivors of Gender-Based Violence
The National Resource Center for Reaching Victims Tips for Helping Trauma Survivors During COVID19 Older Adults: COVID19 Listening Session Boys and Men of Color: COVID19 Listening Session Limited English Proficient and Immigrant COVID19 Listening Session Children and Youth: COVID19 Listening Session LGBTQ+ COVID19 Listening Session Girls and Women of Color: COVID19 Listening Session Working Remotely: Key Considerations for Survivor-Centered Organizations Tele-Advocacy Ensuring Accessibility for Underserved Crime Survivors During the COVID19 Pandemic Staying Connected: A Virtual Breather for People Supporting Survivors During the COVID19 Pandemic National Strategy Sessions on Sustaining Services During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Best Practices for Technology National Network to End Domestic Violence
Using Technology to Communicate with Survivors During a Public Health Crisis 12

Best Practices for Mobile Advocacy How to Operate as a Remote Workplace During a Public Health Crisis
Virtual Platforms to Use with Clients Choosing a Digital Services Platform Choosing a Vendor for Digital Services NNEDV: Best Practices for Mobile Computing Devices -- Technology Safety NASW: Standards for Technology in Social Work Practice NOTE: Before selecting and purchasing online meeting space for meetings to connect with clients, be sure to review their policies on privacy and HIPAA compliance, if appropriate. For example: o https://zoom.us/docs/doc/Zoom-hipaa.pdf o https://www.gotomeeting.com/meeting/resources/hipaa-compliant-videoconferencing o https://www.bluejeans.com/use-cases/healthcare
Homeless Response & Resources National Alliance to End Homelessness
Coronavirus and Homelessness
Hud Exchange Health Preparedness for Homeless Assistance Providers Infectious Disease Preparedness Among Homeless Assistance Providers Infectious Disease Toolkit for Continuums of Care Disease Risks and Homelessness
Public Health, Seattle & King County An Influenza Pandemic Planning Guide for Homeless and Housing Service Providers
Administration for Community Living What do Older Adults and People with Disabilities Need to Know about COVID-19?
Safety Planning & Self-Care for Victims National Domestic Violence Hotline
Staying Safe During COVID-19 Path to Safety: What is a Safety Plan?
Nashville Family Justice Center Safety Plan COVID19
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National Network to End Domestic Violence Tips for helping a friend experiencing domestic abuse during COVID19
Sanctuary for Families Increased Risk of Harm Due to COVID19
Urban Resource Institute Safety Planning Tips for Domestic Violence Victims during COVID19
Futures Without Violence Mantenerse segurx durante COVID-19 La Lnea Nacional Contra la Violencia Domstica myPlan App a tool to help with safety decisions if you, or someone you care about, is experiencing abuse in their intimate relationship Mutual Aid & Restorative Justice Online Check-in Circles Safer Drug Use During The Covid19 Outbreak by the Harm Reduction Coalition COVID-19 guidance for people experiencing homelessness without shelter from Multnomah County What do older adults and people with disabilities need to know? from the Administration for Community Living COVID-19 information in many languages Resources for Undocumented People/ Recursos Para Personas Indocumentadas Coronavirus (some CA specific info) Frequently Asked Questions Involving Courts and COVID-19 /Preguntas Frecuentes sobre las Cortes y el COVID-19 from the WomensLaw.org Telehealth Can Be a Lifeline for Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence/Domestic Violence Like Me from the Positive Women's Network Self Care During Covid-19 Activity Book from the Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence Supporting Survivors' Access to Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Services During the COVID-19 Emergency
Building Community Support Social distancing does not have to lead to social isolation. We can take care of each other in this crisis and reach out to loved ones, friends, neighbors, and colleagues to see if they have the care and support they need and if they feel safe at home. Here are some ways to do that:
English Ways to help children and adults living with violence Spanish Formas de ayudar a nios y adultos que viven con violencia
Friends + Family Guide: How to help someone who is in an abusive relationship from the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
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Are you close with someone who you know or suspect may be hurting or controlling their partner or a family member, and feeling more stress while in close quarters? Can you reach to be a resource for de-escalation, stress regulation, and listening? (without colluding in the violent or harmful behavior)
Coronavirus: Wisdom from a Social Justice Lens from Healing Justice Podcast In a Disaster that Calls for Isolation, Your Community will Help You Survive #WeGotThis: To Our Positive Women Network (PWN) Family Regarding the Coronavirus
Epidemic from Positive Women's Network oronavirus, climate change and community care by Susan Raffo NW Network guide for reducing isolation/ supporting LGBTQ survivors for
family/friends/advocates Caring Across Distance: Some Things to Consider Before Movement Gatherings During
COVID-19 By Maryse Mitchell-Brody Helping Others Can Help You Cope With Lockdown from the Greater Good Science
Center You Have Rights: Protect Your Health Going To The Doctor from Protecting Immigrant
Families
Webinars & Trainings
The National Resource Center for Reaching Victims has many webinars that focus on working through a public health emergency and help promote advocacy through telecommunications. Please view the calendar of webinars and events: http://reachingvictims.org/events/
Family Justice Center Alliance hosted a webinar entitled Family Justice Centers, COVID19, and Hope.
Candid Newsletter Attaining Corporate and Philanthropic Support during COVID19, April 29th, 2020 Introduction to Project Budgets, May 6th, 2020 Boards and CEOS: The Secrets to Effective Governance, May 7, 2020
National Resource Center for Reaching Victims May 27 - Language Access: Lessons that COVID19 has Reinforced May 28 - Preparing to Reopen: Lifting Up Strategies for Programs Serving Victims May 28 Adapting and Sustaining Services for Formerly Incarcerated Survivors During COVID19: A Panel Discussion
OVC TTAC remains prepared to provide support to individuals who are seeking professional development opportunities. With changes in schedules, you may find time to work toward the National Advocate Credential (https://www.thenacp.org). OVC TTAC's Victim Assistance Training (VAT) Online is a no-cost resource you can use toward this credential, and you can access it here: https://www.ovcttac.gov/views/TrainingMaterials/dspOnlineTraining.cfm .
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National Resource Center for Reaching Victims Vera Institute of Justice Sustaining Services for Survivors During COVID-19 Webinar Series
NOVA As a response to COVID-19, NOVA will host a series of live virtual engagements for members, crisis responders, and credentialed advocates. Read More.
Discussion Forums NOVA Discussion Forum
Guidance for Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners & Forensic Nurses
Compiled from International Association of Forensic Nurses
Responding to COVID-19 Updated Guidance (IAFN, Apr 2, 2020) Guidance (IAFN, Mar 25, 2020) Collaborating with Advocacy During the COVID-19 Pandemic, IAFN Medical Forensic Care Options During the COVID-19 Pandemic, IAFN Banned DIY Evidence Collection Kits (Reflect poor practice and provide no patient healthcare benefit during the COVID-19 pandemic) California Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners Association COVID19 Guidance
Healthcare Organizations The Joint Commission Supports Use of Cloth Face Masks when PPE Is Unavailable Emergency Licensure Guidance (NCSBN) COVID Fact Sheets (various languages) World Health Organization (WHO) WHO publication on COVID-19 and Violence Against Women Rural Health Information Hub Emergency Nurses Association American Nurses Association National Academy of Medicine
Victims Service Organizations Resource Sharing Project National Sexual Violence Resource Center National Network to End Domestic Violence National Child Traumatic Stress Network National Resource Center on Domestic Violence Vera Institute for Justice - Guidance for the criminal and immigration legal systems
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National Resource Center on Reaching Victims - Webinars and strategy sessions for victim services professionals
Advocacy Empowerment Network - Online peer-support group for anti-violence advocates (collected tips)
Governmental Organizations U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Death Worker Recommendations U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) - Blanket waivers for COVID-19
Additional Resources Courses addressing infectious diseases
Guidance for Human Trafficking
Responding to COVID-19 HHS - Office of Trafficking in Persons (OTIP)
Covid-19 Updates - Letter from Director Chon Resources, Services and Support
Polaris (DC) The Effect of Covid-19 on Human Trafficking Essential Resources During the Covid-19 Pandemic Immigrant Workers Have Never Been More Important to Our Wellbeing The National Human Trafficking Hotline [888-373-7888; Text - BeFree (233733); Chat] remains fully operational during Covid-19
Sanctuary for Families (NY) A Guide for Survivors of Sex Trafficking During Covid-19 Safety Planning During Covid-19 - Tips for Survivors from Survivors ; [Spanish] Safety Planning - Covid-19 ; [Spanish]
Freedom Network USA (DC) Covid-19 Response and Resources
International Labor Organization (ILO) Covid-19 and the World of Work
A National Resource Center - Workplaces Respond to Domestic and Sexual Violence Survivors and the Workplace
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The Impact of Covid-19 and Quarantine on Human Trafficking (Soha Saiyed & Amy NaceDagonda)
Covid-19 International Language Handouts (LouisvilleKY.gov) Covid-19 Response & Resources (Legal Aid Society)
Trauma-Informed SOPs Consult the Human Trafficking Task Force e-Guide for creating or strengthening your trauma-informed SOPs.
Georgia Crime Victims Compensation Program In light of recent concerns around the spread of COVID-19 and in the interest of public safety, we are encouraging victims, claimants and providers to visit our Victims Comp Portal for claim and status updates. If you need to submit documents, you can email them to victims.info@cjcc.ga.gov or fax them to 404-463-7652.
Click here to register for the Victim Comp Portal. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us by telephone at 404-657-2222
or 800-547-0060. How to Apply for Crime Victims Compensation
Resources for Legal Services and Victims' Rights Compiled from the National Crime Victim Law Institute
Child Victim Resources National Association of Counsel for Children
COVID-19 Resource Hub This listing compiles resources for practitioners and families involved in child welfare
systems.
National Children's Alliance Coronavirus Resources for CACS, Partners, and Caregivers This website includes some best-practice suggestions for Child Advocacy Centers, along with a listing of resources for - CAC Professionals, Telehealth Resources, Resources for Partner Agencies, and Resources for Caregivers.
The Juvenile Law Center Beyond The Food Pantry This listing has resources for responding to students who are homeless or with experience in foster care.
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Communications Vendors for Remote Work With Clients The following vendors provide platforms that are recognized as confidential/privileged.
Cyph Gruveo ResourceConnect
Court System and Executive Office Responses to COVID-19 National Crime Victim Law Institute
Court and Executive Orders Responding to COVID-19 This editable spreadsheet is a central location for legal service providers to share orders
issued by courts and executive offices adjusting protocols and processes that impact victim access to justice.
National District Attorneys' Association District Attorneys' Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) This blog post includes a link to a compilation of responses NDAA has gathered recently from prosecutors around the country indicating what they are doing in their own offices, as well as what their court systems locally and at the state level are doing. It is not an exhaustive list and will be updated periodically.
Self-Represented Litigation Network COVID-19 Resources These are resources for justice system professionals relating to serving self-represented litigants, including resources for court systems and facilitation of remote access and nonface-to-face services.
Women's Law Project Frequently Asked Questions Involving Courts and COVID-19
Criminal Justice Systems' Responses to COVID-19
The Justice Management Institute Response to COVID-19 by Criminal Justice Systems A listing compiled with the cooperation of the National Network of Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils (NNCJCC) of the responses by state, city and county justice agencies to the epidemic.
General Resources for Practitioners Working with Survivors American Bar Association
Free Legal Answers This resource exists to answer questions relating to coronavirus-related housing,
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National Consumer Law Center COVID-19 & Consumer Protections This page offers resources and updates relating to debt protection and other consumer resources.
National Disaster Legal Aid Advocacy Center COVID-19 Legal Response Calendar of Online Events Relating to COVID-19 Legal Aid and Pro Bono Response
National Network to End Domestic Violence Digital Services Toolkit This list compiles technology resources for practitioners while working remotely or in quarantine.
National Network to End Domestic Violence Resources on the Response to Coronavirus This list compiles resources and guidelines from NNEDV, government agencies and community based organizations to assist practitioners.
NYC Pro Bono Center Attorney Wellness Group Listserv This listserv is for sharing resources and ideas for attorney wellness - mental, physical, and emotional.
ProBonoNet and Immigration Advocates Network Remote Legal Support Guide This manual provides best practices for nonprofit remote legal support and pro bono innovation.
Resource Center for Reaching Victims Sustaining Services for Survivors During COVID-19 This website provides resources and links to trainings to assist practitioners with continuing to provide services.
Homeless/Houseless/Housing Resources
Anti-Eviction Mapping Project COVID-19 Emergency Tenant Protections This is a continually updated map of COVID-19 emergency tenant protections.
National Housing Law Project
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Protecting Renter and Homeowner Rights during Our National Health Crisis This is a compilation of resources relating to housing rights during the health crisis.
National Law Center on Homelessness and Poverty Coronavirus Responses This is compilation of resources, including highlighting some jurisdictions' approaches to assisting people experiencing homeless/houselessness.
National Low Income Housing Coalition Coronavirus and Housing/Homelessness This webpage lists federal and state actions and updates to combat homelessness.
Language Access Creating Puentes
Free COVID-19 Language Access Response
LGBTQIA+ Resources Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund
A Know Your Rights Guide for Transgender People Navigating COVID-19
Restraining Orders Women's Law Project
Frequently Asked Questions Involving Courts and COVID-19 This guide has been prepared to ensure trans and nonbinary people are aware of their
legal rights and can make informed decisions about their safety, health, and well-being as the situation continues to evolve.
Other Georgia Services & Assistance Programs
Information about SNAP and other social benefit programs, Medicaid and health benefits, unemployment services, veterans' services and other assistance programs during the COVID-19 outbreak.
https://georgia.gov/covid-19-state-services-georgia/covid-19-services-and-assistanceprograms
SNAP and Other Social Benefit Programs Governor Kemp has increased the maximum benefit available to SNAP recipients for March and April. To limit person-to-person contact, the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services encourages you to use Georgia Gateway, their online service portal where you can apply
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for and check your benefits, upload documents and report any changes to your case. Download an application.
DFCS manages the state's social benefit programs (Health Coverage, Child Care and Parent Services, Food Stamps [SNAP], Temporary Assistance for Needy Families [TANF] and Women, Infants and Children [WIC]).
Create your Georgia Gateway account here.
Call the Customer Support at 1-877-423-4746 during business hours for assistance.
Go to connectebt.com for Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) or call 888-421-3281 for updates.
Find your county office.
Medicaid and Health Benefits The Department of Community Health is open for business with limited on-site staff. Please call your contact person before visiting.
Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids Information
State Health Benefit Plan Member Information
Healthcare Facility Regulation Division Information
Unemployment Services The Department of Labor (GDOL) is temporarily suspending in-person requirements for services provided by the agency. The GDOL is providing online access to unemployment services, partial claim access for employers, and other reemployment services. GDOL career centers are temporarily closed to the public. The centers will remain open for employees to ensure the agency can support the needs of its customers and continue to process unemployment claims.
On March 26, Governor Brian Kemp signed an executive order to help provide economic relief to Georgians experiencing unemployment due to COVID-19. One rule extends the length of time an individual can collect benefits from 14 weeks to 26 weeks. Another rule provides that the first $300 of wages earned in a week will not count against eligible unemployment benefits paid.
Additionally, the President signed the CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act to further expand unemployment insurance benefits. Once GDOL is provided with operational instructions from the federal government, they will work to make these benefits available to qualified individuals.
Please continue to monitor GDOL's website and your My UI account for updates.
GDOL COVID-19 Information
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GDOL website
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) On April 1, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor issued a temporary rule to help the United States combat the workplace effects of COVID-19. Workers and employers can now benefit from the protections and relief offered by the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act and Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act, both part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). This law enables employers to keep their workers on their payrolls, while also ensuring that workers are not forced to choose between receiving their paychecks and following COVID-19 public health guidelines.
FFRCA Information
FFRCA Questions & Answers
Veterans Services The field offices for the Georgia Department of Veterans Service (GDVS) remain open, ready to assist veterans and their families. Due to COVID-19, some VA medical centers and clinics may have reduced visitation. The GDVS advises you to contact your local office before visiting.
Find your local field office
Georgia Department of Veteran Services Website
Medicaid If your patient makes more than $2,339 a month, they can still qualify to live in a nursing home on Medicaid.
If your patient is married and their spouse who lives at home is worried that they can't afford to pay for a nursing home, the spouse does not need to help pay with their income and they can qualify for Medicaid.
If your patient has "plenty of money" and feels like they do not need Medicaid we can help preserve that money for a private pay room and extra caregivers down the road.
One extra time-saver: If your patient is confused about the COVID special change from the three-night stay to a one-night stay in the hospital in order to be admitted to nursing homes this link can help explain the details.
Jeanie Christian <jeanie@georgia-elderlaw.com> of Brannon Napier Elder Law, LLC in Atlanta is offering complimentary phone calls to answer any of your patient's questions about Medicaid. Call 770-854-0688.
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Resources for Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Addiction & Recovery
As the nation grapples with COVID-19, it's important to remember that social distancing doesn't have to mean social isolation, especially for those who rely on supportive networks as part of our healing.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Taking Care of your Behavioral Health Tip Sheet
The National Council for Behavioral Health Resources and Tools for Addressing COVID19
Hotlines SAMHSA's Disaster Distress Helpline o Toll-Free: 1-800-985-5990 (English and espaol) o SMS: Text TalkWithUs to 66746 o SMS (espaol): "Hablanos" al 66746 TTY: 1-800-846-8517 o Website (English): http://www.disasterdistress.samhsa.gov o Website (espaol): http://www.disasterdistress.samhsa.gov/ espanol.aspx
SAMHSA's National Helpline o Toll-Free: 1-800-662-HELP (24/7/365) o Treatment Referral Information Service in English and espaol) o Website: http://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline o Toll-Free (English): 1-800-273-TALK (8255) o Toll-Free (espaol): 1-888-628-9454 TTY: 1-800-799-4TTY (4889) o Website (English): http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org o Website (espaol): http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/gethelp/spanish.aspx
SAMHSA Disaster Technical Assistance Center o Toll-Free: 1-800-308-3515 o Email: DTAC@samhsa.hhs.gov o Website: http://www.samhsa.gov/dtac
Crisis Text Line o Crisis counselors available 24/7. Text HOME to 741741. o www.crisistextline.org
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Georgia Crisis & Access Line (GCAL) o 1-800-715-4225 o My GCAL App on Google/Android
Treatment Locator Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator Website: http://findtreatment.samhsa.gov/locator/home For help finding treatment 1-800-662-HELP (4357) https:// findtreatment.gov/
Addiction & Recovery Recovery Meetings
Connections App is a free smartphone app that is scientifically proven to support patients in recovery by reducing relapse and promoting pro-social engagement.
LifeRing Secular Recovery: is an organization of people who share practical experiences and sobriety support.
In The Rooms: - Online Recovery Meetings providing online support through live meetings and discussion groups.
Reddit Recovery: Offers a virtual hang out and support during recovery. Refuge Recovery: Provides online and virtual support Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) Recovery: Offers global community of
mutual-support groups, forums including a chat room and message board
SoberCity: Offers an online support and recovery community Sobergrid: Offers an online platform to help anyone get sober and stay sober Soberistas: Provides a women-only international online recovery community Sober Recovery: Provides an online forum for those in recovery and their friends and
family We Connect Recovery: Provides daily online recovery groups for those with substance
use and mental illness Unity Recovery + WEconnect + Alano Club: Providing daily virtual meeting for those in
recovery and for their family members
Recovery Resources and Supports Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation: contains online support meetings, blogs, mobile apps, social media groups, and movie suggestions, including the online support community, The Daily Pledge and "Tips for Staying Connected and Safeguarding Your Addiction Recovery"
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Shatterproof: "How I'm Coping with COVID-19 and Social Isolation as a Person in LongTerm Recovery" provides helpful suggestions
The Chopra Center: "Anxious About the Coronavirus? Here Are Eight Practical Tips on How to Stay Calm and Support Your Immune System."
Alcohol Abuse Resources Alcoholics Anonymous (AA):
o Click on this link to find an online support group.
o AA also offers e-books, find the list here.
o If you prefer a printed copy of any of their books, you can find the list here.
Al-Anon Electronic Meetings: Electronic meetings, like all Al-Anon meetings, offer help and hope to anyone who is affected by alcoholism in a family member or friend. Electronic Al-Anon meetings agree to abide by the spirit of the Twelve Traditions.
NIAAA Alcohol Treatment Navigator: Has been developed by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a part of the National Institutes of Health. The Navigator helps adults find alcohol treatment for themselves or an adult loved one. If you are seeking help for a teen, check out these recommended adolescent treatment resources. If you are seeking treatment for yourself, you are taking an important step in your route to recovery. You may wish to ask someone you trust to help you through the process and for support along the way.
Narcotic Abuse Resources Virtual NA: Bringing Narcotics Anonymous Meetings to remote or isolated addicts from around the world who may, for whatever reason, be unable to attend local face to face meetings.
Cocaine Anonymous: Offers online support and services https://www.ca-online.org/
Find practitioners and treatment programs providing buprenorphine for opioid addiction (heroin or pain relievers).
Find programs providing methadone for the treatment of opioid addiction (heroin or pain relievers).
Friends, Family and Caregivers Center on Addiction: Provides mobile (phone- and text-based) education and support for family members struggling with a loved one's addiction as well as links to other virtual resources.
Al-Anon Electronic Meetings: Electronic meetings, like all Al-Anon meetings, offer help and hope to anyone who is affected by alcoholism in a family member or friend. Electronic Al-Anon meetings agree to abide by the spirit of the Twelve Traditions.
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Partnership for Drug-Free Kids: Free online support community for parents and caregivers who may have children experimenting with, or dependent on, substances.
Providers Below are a number of accredited associations with guidance for mental health providers during this time.
American Psychiatric Association
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services: Medicare Telemedicine Healthcare Provider Fact Sheet
Drug Enforcement Administration: Information about the supply and prescribing of controlled substances during the COVID-19 National Emergency.
American Society of Addiction Medicine
National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers
Mental Health America
Mental Health Resources for Children & Teens Nationwide Children's Hospital: On Our Sleeves provides expert resources and tools for families with children manage life during COVID-19, such as new schedules, working from home, and mental health challenges. Talking to Kids About COVID-19 Creating New Schedules and Routines Working from Home During COVID-19 The New Self-Care Navigating Student Transitions Due to COVID-19 Gratitude Looking for Answers About Symptoms of COVID-19 in Kids? Teaching Mental Health Warning Signs of Depression and Suicide from COVID-19 Fatigue Your Summer Mental Fitness Guide
Child Mind Institute: Resources for parents to support their children's mental health during the COVID19 crisis. Topics include supporting your kids and taking care of yourself, telehealth, autism and the coronavirus, and managing anxiety.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network: Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope with the Coronavirus Disease 2019: Tipsheet includes a chart by age group of how to identify common reactions in children to COVID19 and how to help.
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Center for Disease Control: Helping Children Cope: Children and teens react, in part, on what they see from the adults around them. When parents and caregivers deal with the COVID-19 calmly and confidently, they can provide the best support for their children.
Mental Health America of Georgia: Families: Wellness Supports for Children and Teenagers During COVID19 Recorded Webinar
National Alliance on Mental Illness: How to Talk to Kids About the Coronavirus Recorded Webinar, Supporting the Emotional Needs of Youth During COVID-19 Recorded Webinar
Youth Mental Health Project: Virtually Speaking: Parenting during a Pandemic Webinar
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: Talking with Children: Tips for Caregivers, Parents, and Teachers during Infectious Disease Outbreaks
United Global Mental Health: The Mental Health of Children, Youth and Carers Recorded Webinar
Youth Power: Fighting the Unseen Impacts of COVID19: Tools and Strategies for Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing in Ourselves and Other Youth People During the Pandemic Recorded Webinar
McLean Harvard Medical School Affiliate: Supporting Child and Teen Mental Health During a Pandemic Recorded Webinar
National Association of School Psychologists: Helping Children Cope with Changes Resulting From COVID-19: NASP offers guidance for adults to speak with young people about COVID-19 while also modeling problem-solving, flexibility, and compassion
NPR: What to Say to Kids When the News is Scary: This audio recording and article, while not specific to COVID-19 news, shares developmentally appropriate ways to help young people process current events and counteract misinformation
Teaching Tolerance: Speaking Up Against Racism Around the New Coronavirus: While written back in February for teachers to address stereotypes, xenophobia, and racism in connection with COVID-19, this article can provide educators and families with ways to speak against ongoing racism that young people may be hearing or experiencing
Facing History and Ourselves: Coronavirus: Protect Yourself and Stand Against Racism: Facing History and Ourselves continues to update this page on the facts about COVID-19, learning about instances of discrimination related to the outbreak, and situating current events within historical context
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New York Times: 5 Ways to Help Teens Manage Anxiety About the Coronavirus: Guidance that takes into account the developmental needs of adolescents, with ideas for channeling stress productively
KidPower: Helping Children Regain Their Emotional Safety After a Tragedy Something Strange Happened in my City: A social story about the coronavirus pandemic
for children: Listen here. Weill Cornell Medicine: Supporting Children's Mental Health During the Pandemic World Health Organization: Mental health and psychological resilience during the COVID-
19 pandemic Vibrant Emotional Health: Safe Space provides interactive coping tools to help users
when they need it. Tools include interactive art, breathing exercises, calm sound, and a virtual hope box. Your Life, Your Voice: Offers information on a variety of common teen topics. Be the 1 To: 5 action steps for communicating with someone who may be suicidal. Healthy Children: Teens & COVID19: Challenges and Opportunities During the Outbreak
Resources for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Compiled from https://gcdd.org/covid-19-resources-for-georgians-with-developmentaldisabilities.html
Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities Guide to coronavirus/COVID-19 The Georgia Developmental Disability Network Letter to Governor Kemp on COVID-19 Online Sessions starting April 7th to share challenges impacting the Georgia Disability Community. https://gcdd.org/covid-19-resources-for-georgians-with-developmentaldisabilities.html
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Federal Resources Administration for Community Living Centers for Disease Control The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Center for Public Representation Center for Public Representation: Guiding Principles for Avoiding Disability Discrimination in Treatment Rationing Georgia Department of Public Health COVID-19 Daily Updates in ASL (All Hands On Videos)
Community Organizations National Rehabilitation Information Center Resources to Stay Active and Engaged National Association for the Deaf - A Message about Coronavirus Georgia Department of Public Health COVID-19 Daily Updates in ASL (All Hands On Videos) COVID-19 Toolkit for DSPs Rooted In Rights COVID-19 Resources California State Council on Developmental Disabilities Coronavirus Scam and Fraud Alert: English, Spanish
Additional Resources: Emergency Picture Communication Aid, English Emergency Picture Communication Aid, Spanish
Meals & Food Assistance
Compiled from https://gafcp.org/coronavirus/#closures and others
Food Finder Food Finder is a mobile app and website created by a Georgia high school graduate that helps students and families find free food assistance programs quickly.
Local Food Banks--Georgia Food Bank Association Your community is served by one of Georgia's eight Feeding America affiliate Food Banks. Find yours here to donate or get help.
GaDOE School Meals Information GaDOE has received approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for alternate meal service flexibility in the case of extended closures. This will allow schools to serve students meals through USDA-approved meal service options, at approved sites within the community.
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Student Meal Pick-Up Information by School District Many Georgia families will be able to pick up school meals for their children during statemandated closures. This a list of how each school district is handling meal pick-up procedures. If you are a school district and your information is not listed or has been updated, email bboswell@gpb.org.
Jewish Family & Children Services Kosher Food Pantry & Financial Assistance. Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please make an appointment during these hours by calling (770) 677-9389. For financial assistance, call: (770) 677-9389. For transportation services call: (770) 6779339.
Resources for Staying Connected
Compiled from https://gafcp.org/coronavirus/#closures
Georgia Parent Support Network Resources for Survivors Weekly Statewide Parent Support Group Held on Tuesdays at 2 pm Call in info: 800-839-9416, Code: 7575547 Point of Contact: Lisa Pace (lisa.pace@gpsn.org)
Comcast--60 Days of Free Internet Effective March 16, 2020, anyone who signs up for Internet Essentials will receive two free months of Internet service. Comcast is also increasing the speed of the program to 25 Mbps downloads and 3 Mbps uploads for all new and existing customers.
Xfinity WiFi Free for Everyone Xfinity WiFi hotspots across Georgia are available to anyone who needs them for free-- including non-Xfinity Internet subscribers. The site includes a map of Xfinity WiFi hotspots.
GaDOE Georgia Insights This website features GaDOE's entire range of COVID-19 responses in one location. Parents, students, and educators can find information on distance learning, closures, graduation, testing, meals, and special education.
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Georgia Public Libraries While many public libraries across Georgia are closed to slow the spread of COVID-19, some are still offering limited services to help kids keep learning while schools are closed, provide wi-fi for local residents, and more.
Jigsaw Interactive Jigsaw Interactive is providing access to virtual classroom software, at no cost, from now through the end of the 2019-20 school year. Any school interested can call 877-571-0004 (x2285) or email customerassist@jigsawinteractive.com to be directed to someone who can discuss specific needs.
Digital Learning Resources
Compiled from https://gafcp.org/coronavirus/#closures
Brain Pop This group of websites has 1,000+ short animated movies K-12. It includes quizzes and more, covering science, social studies, English, math, engineering and technology, health, and arts and music. BrainPOP Jr. (K-3): Designed to support critical thinking skills and encourage children to ask questions and make connections. Targeted kids ages 5 9. BrainPOP ELL: English language instruction for K 12 English language learners.
Cox Campus Cox Campus offers free, online courses for early childhood educators, families, leaders, and community members.
Discovery Education To help parents and guardians provide homebound students meaningful educational experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, Discovery Education has launched Daily DE, which provides a suite of no-cost activities and resources for students and families to help continue learning while schools are closed.
Freckle Freckle helps teachers effectively differentiate instruction and practice across math, ELA, social studies, and science.
GaDOE Office of Teaching and Learning GaDOE is advising school districts to develop a plan to continue student learning, if possible, should they need to close for several days--using resources such as study
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packets, cable access, virtual school, and online classes. These resources from GaDOE's Office of Teaching and Learning are available to support schools' efforts.
Georgia Home Classroom Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB), in partnership with GaDOE, is offering broadcast programming and accompanying digital resources that adhere to Georgia's state standards to provide continued at-home learning. Students in Pre-K through 12th grade can access free, educational PBS daytime programming designated for each grade level weekdays on GPB-TV. The broadcast schedule includes trusted, educational programming. Additional GPB and PBS programs are also available to stream on gpb.org or the free PBS Video App and PBS KIDS Apps. In addition to the broadcast schedule, Georgia students and educators can also access an online library of free educational resources from GPB Education, PBS LearningMedia, and Discovery Education, including videos, activities, and associated lesson plans for teachers, that align with Georgia standards.
Georgia Public Library Service Here are online resources to keep you engaged and learning while schools, businesses, and libraries are closed. For example, Georgia Historic Newspapers gives you free access to over 1.5 million newspaper pages; Georgia's Sanborn maps dating back to 1881 allows you to look up nearby streets, buildings, or landmarks to see how they've changed; and Georgia Aquarium's live aquatic webcams can entertain and educate your kids.
GPB Education As Georgia teachers reach students remotely, GPB is here to help with digital learning contingency plans. GPB Education provides free access to over 300,000 standards-aligned digital learning resources for all grades and subject areas including streaming video, instructional strategies, virtual field trips, teacher resources, and complete lesson plans through partnerships with Discovery Education and PBS LearningMedia.
GPB Kids--for Parents GPB Kids offers advice to parents on how to talk to their kids about Coronavirus.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt--At-Home Learning Support Educators and family members can access free lesson ideas, blogs, videos, and professional development resources while schools are closed as a result of coronavirus.
iCivics.org All around the world, schools are closing and transitioning to remote options. Free iCivics games and other resources are an option for teachers to keep the learning going outside
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of school walls, stay connected with students, and providing them with a healthy break from the headlines that can be unsettling.
Khan Academy Khan Academy offers free practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empowers learners to study at their own pace.
Mystery Science Mystery Science provides lessons that inspire kids to love science. During school closures, popular science lessons are being provided for anyone to use for free. No account or login is needed.
Prodigy Prodigy offers engaging, curriculum-aligned math platform designed to motivate firstthrough eighth-grade students to learn and practice math. No cost, ever.
Ready4K ParentPowered has made its Ready4K virtual parenting curriculum and family engagement tool free for the rest of the 2019-2020 school year. Ready4K is an evidencebased, whole-child curriculum that offers fun facts and at-home learning activity ideas for children birth 9, all delivered via text message. Download the application.
Supporting Younger Learners at Home
Compiled from https://gafcp.org/coronavirus/#closures
Resources & Activities Everyday learning activities for toddlers and 3-year-olds Fun, simple activities to engage your toddler and 3-year-old in learning Fun art, science, math and literacy activities for toddlers and threes Great ideas to keep your toddlers busy and learning Tons of simple and fun activities to encourage literacy and school readiness 20 learning activities for toddlers and threes that use items easily available around the house 49 Fun Physical Activities 25 Indoor Play Activities from a Preschool Teacher 20 Indoor Activities for Kids (besides screens)
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Vroom Boost learning from birth 5. Boost learning from birth 5. Available for iOS and android phones, this app is filled with fun and simple learning activities for mealtime, bath time, bedtime, or anytime.
Literary Resources
Compiled from https://gafcp.org/coronavirus/#closures
Cmo Hablar con los Nios Sobre el Coronavirus Las noticias relacionadas con la enfermedad COVID-19 y el coronavirus estn por todos lados, desde las portadas de los peridicos hasta el patio de juegos en la escuela. Muchos padres se preguntan cmo hablar con sus nios sobre la epidemia para que estn tranquilos y no se preocupen ms. A continuacin encontrar algunos consejos de los expertos del Child Mind Institute.
e-READ KIDS This collection of e-books and audio books is for kids in pre-K through fourth grade. A mix of fiction and nonfiction titles can be downloaded onto computers, tablets, and smartphones.
Hblame Beb The Hblame Beb app, available for both IOS and android, supports Spanish-speaking parents in delivering abundant language nutrition to their infants and young children.
The OrganWise Guys Access a wide array of engaging activities such as coloring sheets, short videos, recipes, and more to get kids excited about healthy living. Here are some video resources to help our kids stay healthy: Wash Your Hands Before You Eat for Good Health Wash Your Hands After Using the Bathroom Learning How to be a Germ Killer
PBS Kids Writers Contest 2020 The deadline for GPB Education's 2020 PBS KIDS Writers Contest has been extended to Friday, April 10. This is the perfect writing activity for students in K 3 to engage in while they're learning at home.
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Renaissance myOn To ensure that students have at-home learning opportunities, Get Georgia Reading and Renaissance are partnering to provide readers free, anytime/anywhere access to digital books and news with myON. Unlimited, 24/7 access makes it easy for students to continue reading and learning at home. Students can read online using any Internetenabled device, or read offline with free mobile apps.
Rivet With over 2,000 leveled books for kids in K 2, quality reading practice has never been easier. The app features an engaging, kid-friendly interface and reading support on every page.
Scholastic Learn at Home Keep the learning going with these special cross-curricular journeys. Every day includes four separate learning experiences, each built around a thrilling, meaningful story or video. Kids can do them on their own, with their families, or with their teachers. Just find your grade level and let the learning begin.
Sightwords.com The Georgia Preschool Association sponsors resources to help teach your child to read.
Storyline Online This award-winning children's literacy website streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children's books alongside creatively produced illustrations.
Teaching Our World: The Coronavirus--Scholastic Scholastic created this collection to help you ease children's fears and empower them with age-appropriate information. These teaching resources were carefully prepared to help your students understand what is being done to keep them safe and how to prevent germs from spreading.
Words2Reading Words2Reading brings families, caregivers, and teachers the best resources in developing early language skills and reading readiness from birth 8. Grow your young reader through easy-to-follow videos, links, downloadable documents, e-books, and audio clips all available online.
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Talking to Children & Teens About Coronavirus
Resources for Supporting Children's Emotional Well-being during the COVID-19 Pandemic Guidance for Talking with Children from the CDC How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus from PBS Traditional Indigenous Kinship Practices at Home: Being Child-Centered During the
Pandemic from Indigenous Motherhood #COVIBOOK: Printable book to help kids understand coronavirus in English, Spanish,
Portuguese, and more languages. Children's Mental Health Matters - Coronavirus Harvard Medical School - How to Talk to Teens About the New Coronavirus NASP - Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource
Resources for Older Adults & Elder Abuse
Technology Resources
The Gerontologist: Agetech to the Rescue! Tech solutions for older adults during the COVID19 pandemic
Senior Planet: Senior Planet has 60+ online programs every week for seniors to keep learning, connecting and exploring. Upcoming events include workouts, Instagram basics, movies, contacting lawmakers online, virtual grandparenting, exploring google maps, smartphones, telemedicine. Some programs offered in spanish.
Public Health Degrees: Teaching technology to older adults during the pandemic: Helping older adults get online, learn new technology, adjust to daily life online with food and medications, etc.
Aging in Place: How to Become Tech Savvy Seniors in 10 Days Senior Lifestyle: How seniors can stay virtually connected with loved ones Virginia Tech Daily: 6 tips for older adults to avoid scams brought on by COVID19
Elder Abuse Resources
Georgia Council on Aging: Important Information on COVID19 National Center on Elder Abuse
o COVID19 and Elder Abuse: resources and tips for staying safe, staying connected, and getting help.
o Considerations for Elder Abuse Victims During the COVID19 Pandemic Administration for Community Living, Adult Protective Services Technical Assistance
Resource Center: Adult Protective Services (APS) and COVID-19 American Journal of Psychiatry: Elder Abuse in the Time of COVID19 Increased Risk
for Older Adults and their Caregivers
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American Bar Association: Coronavirus Update for the Elder Law Community JASA Webinar 8/12/20: Social Isolation The Compounding Effects of COVID19
Quarantines on Elder Abuse and Trauma
Other Resources
Justice in Aging: COVID-19 Resources for Advocates Serving Older Adults PCA Cares: Webinars to help aging services professionals cope with complex
emotions related to the COVID-19 pandemic Keck School of Medicine: COVID-19: How to Speak with Your Parents About the
Pandemic Facebook Live Recording Stanford Social Innovation Review: Advocating for Age in the Age of Uncertainty: How
the COVID19 crisis in amplifying ageism, and how advocates can push back VitalTalk: COVID Ready Communication Playbook: For health care professionals facing
conversations they never expected. US Department of Justice: Facilities and Assisted Living During COVID19 Emergency
Funding Opportunities, Resources & Info for Nonprofits
Compiled from Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Greater Atlanta COVID-19 Response & Recovery Fund Virtual volunteers through Catchafire and Catchafire interest form How Nonprofits & Board Members Can Respond to COVID-19 COVID-19 Financial Tools & Resources for Nonprofits
2019 Guidestar Nonprofit Compensation Report Coronavirus pop-up webpage Coronavirus RFPs page Funds for coronavirus relief page Emergency resources to help with COVID-19 hardships Candid Blog
How nonprofits can apply for loans and other emergency benefits This overview by the Chronicle of Philanthropy outlines the resources available to nonprofits through the CARES Act. Read more
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Are foundations equipped to help nonprofits survive the pandemic? Candid's president, who has been both a funder and a fundraiser, ponders this vital question. Read more
NAACP Resources
Compiled from Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence Ten Equity Implications of COVID Outbreak
Vicarious Trauma & Self-Care Resources
OVC TTAC Victim Assistance Trainings (VAT) Online module on Self-Care OVC: Vicarious Trauma Toolkit CDC: Managing Stress and Anxiety 10 Minute Nourishing Breath Meditation (Mindful.org) Self-Compassion Break (Mindful.org) Stress & Coping (CDC) Aromatherapy Essential Oils (Sanar Wellness Institute) Self-Care During the Coronavirus Pandemic (National Association of Social Workers) 5 Resources for Resilience
Emergency Pet Care
Emergency Pet Preparedness Plan Emergency Pet Caregiving Agreement Emergency Pet Boarding Grants
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