Covid-19 Resources

Local:

Washington County Public Health Coronavirus Information

Battenkill Strong– a project of the Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce to provide information and resources to businesses and residents of Southern Washington County, New York with developments and impacts relating to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). 

COVID-19 Small Business Continuity Program – Emergency Grants– The COVID-19 Small Business Continuity Grant Program is intended to help businesses keep their employees and stay afloat during a time of economic hardship due to the impacts of COVID-19. Businesses are encouraged to apply for this funding to help make payroll, to pay bills and to keep their operations going.

New York State Novel Coronavirus page

New York State Office of Mental Health- The COVID-19 pandemic has left many New Yorkers feeling anxious and stressed. Learn more about: Managing anxiety in difficult times, Coronavirus-related guidance for healthcare providers, and how you can help

National:

Center for Disease Control Coronavirus 2019 (Covid-19)

Center for Disease Research and Policy– COVID-19 Tools (fact sheets, videos, training)

F.A.Q. on Stimulus Checks, Unemployment and the Coronavirus Bill – A complete article on the common questions about the US Government’s Stimulus Bill.

CARES Act Offers Economic Stimulus to Fight Impact of Coronavirus– by Kenneth Terrell, AARP,  Government enacts legislation that will send out stimulus checks, boost unemployment benefits

International:

World Health Organization

Accessible:

NFB-NEWSLINE®– a free electronic information system available to legally blind and print-disabled Americans, now includes a coronavirus Breaking News section. The Breaking News information is available to all states and Puerto Rico, even those without sponsorship, so everyone can stay knowledgeable about new developments.

Children’s Information:

PBS For Parents,    How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus – an article filled with resources to promote conversation and hygiene habits

Industry Specific:

Food Industry Resources for Coronavirus (COVID-19) – To keep New York’s food processing industry safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cornell’s Institute for Food Safety has created a comprehensive, practical and convenient website for commercial processors.

Protect Yourself:

Avoid Coronavirus Scams- A running list of current Covid-19 Scams provided by the Federal Trade Commission

Two Easy No Sew Masks– Don’t have a mask? Learn to make two very easy masks to protect others and yourself