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If you’ve been laid off…
- APPLY FOR UNEMPLOYMENT
- Unemployment benefits will not count against you under the new public charge rule. Find out if you qualify and how to apply here.
If you need food…
- FEEDING AMERICA
- National food pantry locator.
- NATIONAL 211 / 211
- Nationwide information about food pantries, meal sites, senior dining sites, and more.
If you need medical care…
- STATE HEALTH DEPARTMENTS
- Find your state health department for local information and testing sites.
If you need help with housing…
- NEED HELP PAYING BILLS
- Provides information on assistance programs, charity organizations, and resources that provide help paying bills, mortgage, and debt relief.
- SHELTER DIRECTORY
- Shelter services for those in the United States.
If you are a survivor of domestic violence…
- DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE // 800-356-6767
- Confidential support, assistance with safety planning, direct connections to shelters and referrals to community services 24/7.
If you need internet connection…
- COMCAST INTERNET ESSENTIALS
- Offering two months of free in-home interest to qualifying households.
- CHARTER/SPECTRUM
- Free public wi-fi for 60 days and free broadband for households with teachers or students from kindergarten to college.
- AT&T
- Free public wi-fi for 60 days.
If you own a small business…
- SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
- Small business guidance and loan resources.
- NATIONAL FEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT BUSINESSES
- Financial and legal resources, as well as updates on issues impacting small businesses.
If you are 60+…
- NATIONAL COUNCIL ON AGING
- Key resources for older adults and caregivers.
- SENIOR SHOPPING HOURS
- Index of all stores offering special hours for seniors and other vulnerable customers.
If you are a parent or student…
- SCHOOL CLOSURES
- State-by-state map of school closures throughout the United States.
- US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
- FAQs, guidelines, and activities for learning at home.
If you are struggling with mental health…
- 7 CUPS
- Free online text chat with a trained listener for emotional support and counseling.
- SUPPORT GROUP CENTRAL
- Offers virtual support groups on numerous mental health conditions for free and low cost.
