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Health
- Coronavirus: What do older adults and people with disabilities need to know?
COVID resources for older adults and people with disabilities.
- Connecticut Safe Connect
Safe Connect is a project of the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) that was developed as a way to make it easier for victims of domestic violence to access information, resources and assistance. It is our goal to remove barriers.Provides free, confidential support to those who feel unsafe in their home due to domestic violence. Available through call, chat through website or email, 24 hours a day 7days a week. tel:18887742900
- Veterans Hospital
Veterans Hospital West Haven and Newington. Most veterans can get care, but the onboarding process isn't the quickest so don't start when you need care now.
- Access Health CT (March 19th - April 2nd)
As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to threaten public health, Access Health CT announced a NEW Special Enrollment Period for these exceptional circumstances.
- CVS Health | Free Home Delivery for Prescription Refills
Beginning immediately, CVS Pharmacy will waive charges for home delivery of prescription medications.
- Yale Public Health site
Important public health information maintained by experts at Yale
- Walgreens | Free Home Delivery for Prescription Refills
Walgreens is waiving delivery fees for all eligible prescriptions during this evolving situation.
- CDC COVID-19 Information
Guidelines provided by the CDC about how to protect yourself and what you should do if you think that you are sick.
- Rite Aid | Free Home Delivery for Prescription Refills
Rite Aid has announced the immediate availability of home-delivery service upon request for prescriptions, with the company waiving delivery fees for eligible prescriptions.
- Healthcare EAP
HealthCare EAP is designed to specifically address unique issues facing personnel in the healthcare industry.
- Opioid Treatment Program Guidance for COVID-19 | Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA)
Resources for opioid treatment during COVID-19.
- Chat Rooms: The Addiction Recovery Guide
List of online chat rooms focused on recovery from substance abuse.
- COVID-19 guidance for people who use substances | Harm Reduction Coalition
Resources for people who use substances during COVID-19
- Yale New Haven Health Call Line
Yale New Haven Health established a call center to respond to questions about Covid-19, give assessments to patients by phone or video, and determine whether someone needs to be tested.
Communicating With Kids About Coronavirus
- CDC: Talking with Children about COVID-19
CDC recommendations for talking to kids about COVID-19.
- PBS Kids Games, Videos and Activities About Staying Healthy (Scroll to bottom of page)
Scroll to the bottom of the page to access PBS KIDS videos, games and activities all about hand washing and staying healthy.
- PBS: How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
Article with tips about talking to kids about Coronavirus.
- PBS Kids: Daniel Gets a Cold Full Episode
PBS Kids show that focuses on hand-washing and how to stay healthy.
- NPR: Comedic coverage for kids to demystify COVID-19
A comic for kids about Coronavirus.
- Covibook: Children's book about Coronavirus in English and Spainsh
I have created this short book to support and reassure our children, under the age of 7, regarding the COVID-19.
- National Association of School Psychologists Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource
Tips for talking to children about COVID-19. Teaching children positive preventive measures, talking with them about their fears, and giving them a sense of some control over their risk of infection can help reduce anxiety.
Family & Children
- Ride Disneyland Rides
Online Article: Many Walt Disney World attractions have been captured on high-definition video for virtual “rides” and shared on YouTube to enjoy where ever and whenever you’d like.
- How to Get Diapers- The Diaper Bank of Connecticut
The Diaper Bank of Connecticut (TDB of CT) has been working diligently with it’s Diaper Distribution Network (DDN) of agency partners to continue distributing diapers directly to families. If you or someone you know needs diapers, use The Diaper Bank of Connecticut Directory to find a diaper bank in your area.
- Peace at Home Parenting
Online classes, live facebook events, information and resources for parents.
- Online story time with Renata Bowers: Author of the Fried B. books. Every weekday at 4 PM.
Beginning Weds, March 18th, Renata will read a children's story live(!) every weekday at 4pm EST. Sometimes the story will be one of hers, sometimes someone else's. But one thing's guaranteed: It will be a wonderful moment of story and togetherness. Because if you can't come to The Story Barn, then we'll just bring the barn to you.
- "I want to entertain my kids" Stay Home, Take Care
Crafts, livestreams, lesson plans, and activities to keep little ones busy.
- Yale Child Study Family Resources and Suggestions for Coping with Coronavirus
Comprehensive list of ideas and resources for families, from the Yale Child Study Center
Educational Activities
- Mystic Aquarium Live Exploration of Animals
Mystic Aquarium Facebook Page everyday at 11 AM live exploration of animals.
- Beardsley Zoo Live with the Animals
Beardsley Zoo Facebook Page every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 2pm live with the animals.
- International Museum Tours
Experience the best museums from London to Seoul in the comfort of your own home.
- The Martime Aquarium will Do a Facebook Live Q&A Every Day on their Facebook Page- 3 PM
At 3 PM every day, there will be a livestreamed Q&A from a local aquarium.
- 30 Virtual Field Trips with Links
Google document with links to 30 virtual feild trips for kids.
- Online Art Classes: The Giggling Pig Facebook Page
Online art classes for children.
Mental Health
- COVID-19 Managing Stress: Tips from Yale Health
Learning how to cope with stress and staying healthy while at home will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger.
- "I want to feel comforted" Stay Home, Take Care
Things to spark joy.
- Stay Home, Take Care (Website)
Activities, recommendations, and ideas to help you stay in and take care of yourself and others. Updated daily.
- "I want to be entertained" Stay Home, Take Care
We could all use a distraction right now.
- "I want to take care of myself" Stay Home, Take Care
It's important to look out for yourself right now — here are some back-to-basics self-care resources and tips.
- The Science of Wellbeing (Coursera)
In this course you will engage in a series of challenges designed to increase your own happiness and build more productive habits. As preparation for these tasks, Professor Laurie Santos reveals misconceptions about happiness, annoying features of the mind that lead us to think the way we do, and the research that can help us change. You will ultimately be prepared to successfully incorporate a specific wellness activity into your life.
- Together, We Can Do This
Mental health activities and practices.
- Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Face of Uncertainty
Tips for taking care of mental health, from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
- Free Meditation Apps
Scroll to the bottom of this page to find links to free meditation apps. Calm, Headspace, Insight Timer, Smiling Mind and Stop, Breathe & Think.
- COVID Resources from the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence
The Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence understands that this is a challenging time for families and is offering free resources to help. Please visit our website for recorded webinars, resources, and articles to help you maintain a positive emotional climate at home.
Faith
- Free Forever Prison Ministry
Works with prison inmates, their spouses, and children to help them cope and overcome the unfamiliar and disheartening realities associated with prison life and assist them in creating a positive future.