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COVID-19 Resources

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Additional information regarding COVID-19 and resources for assisting families are available at the following sites:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

National Child Traumatic Stress Network
https://www.nctsn.org/resources/supporting-children-during-coronavirus-covid19

Child Mind Institute
https://childmind.org/coping-during-covid-19-resources-for-parents/

U.S. Department of Education
https://www.ed.gov/coronavirus

National Association of School Psychologists
https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/covid-19-resource-center

The following resources are available to assist individuals in need of assistance with meals, phone and internet services, etc.
Meal Services
https://www.chicagosfoodbank.org/
https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank

Lifeline Affordable Phone Services
https://www.fcc.gov/consumers/guides/lifeline-support-affordable-communications

Internet Essentials Affordable High Speed Internet
https://www.internetessentials.com/

 

We want to acknowledge that these are difficult times for everyone and many individuals are experiencing situations that may need immediate attention. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidality, domestic violence, or sexual assault, please utilize the resources listed below.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline call 1-800-273-8255
National Crisis Text Line text HOME to 741741
National Domestic Violence Hotline call 1-800-799-7233
National Sexual Assault Hotline call 1-800-656-4673
National Suicide Prevention for web browser chat visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

PLEASE NOTE: The inclusion of resources on this list does not imply the UYTC’s endorsement of particular information, treatments, or services. This information is provided only to assist audiences with accessing additional information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Share Your Story! Take the Pledge!

We would like you to join our campaign by writing down your pledge for how you plan to use the best practice strategies to help yourself, your family, or others during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can share your pledge on social media using the hashtags #PromotingPandemicPeace, #UYTC, and #COVID19

Click COVID-19 Campaign Instructions and Pledge Sheet to download a printable copy.