Program: Homeless Providers and Advocates - Information and Resources
Agency: Coronavirus 2020 - 2021
Resource Number: 67284672
Description
Care for Children of Families of Emergency Workers
Under the Governor’s Executive Order 20-02, free school age care for the children of emergency workers (including providers of healthcare, emergency medical services, long-term and post-acute care; law enforcement personnel; personnel providing correctional services; public health employees; firefighters and other first responders; and court personnel) was outlined. The orders directed schools to provide care to, at a minimum, district-enrolled students aged 12 and under. In order to ensure that we are providing for the needs of our students, we are clarifying the work that falls within each of the identified emergency workers categories.
Click this link for a PDF of identified emergency workers.
Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 Hotline for Community Mitigation (Schools, Child Care, Business) Questions: (651)297-1304 or 1-800-657-3504 9 am - 4 pm/7 days a week
Parent Aware of Minnesota: 1-888-291-9811 open 7 am - 6 pm Monday - Thursday; 7 am - 4:30 pm Friday or visit www.parentaware.org
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - Homeless Service Providers and Advocates
Health officials with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) are monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness, called Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). While cases of COVID-19 are now being reported in many countries, including the United States, the health risk in Hennepin County remains low.
Even with the risk currently being low, it is important to be prepared. To stay up to date and be prepared in case an outbreak does happen, below are resources to aid in educating service providers and advocates:
National Alliance to End Homelessness:
Several resources are available to help providers and systems leaders prepare for the impact of a coronavirus outbreak. Links to resources are below. Key take-aways include: - Be prepared by staying informed about the local COVID-19 sitution and establish relationships with public health partners in the community
- Communicate with staff and clients about facility preparedness and policy updates (i.e. modified hours, non-urgent care by telephone, etc.), and consider using social media to do so
- Expect the homelessness services sector workforce to be impacted, and anticipate modified service delivery based on staff capacity
- Protect the workforce by screening clients, staff, and visitors for acute respiratory illness, ensuring use of personal protection equipment, and encouraging sick employees to stay home
- Protect clients by separating those with respiratory illnesses, and implementing prevention strategies to minimize exposure (i.e. encouraging frequent hand-washing, increased surface cleaning/disinfection, etc.)
- Take inventory of supplies (hand soap, food, and more) and order more if necessary
For more information on how to prepare, consult the following resources:
Pandemic Planning and Services that Support People Who are Homeless
Disease Risks and Homelessness resource and Infectious Diseases Toolkit for CoCs, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Steps Healthcare Facilities Can Take Now to Prepare for Coronavirus Disease, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Homelessness and the Response to Emerging Infectious Disease Outbreaks: Lessons from SARS, National Center for Biotechnology Information
Healthcare for the Homeless Shelter Tips
Care for Children of Families of Emergency Workers, Minnesota Department of Health
Infectious Disease Preparedness for Homeless Assistance Providers and Their Partners:
Additional Coronavirus Resources include:
Infectious Disease Toolkit for CoCs, Department of Housing and Urban Development
Steps Healthcare Facilities Can Take Now to Prepare for Coronavirus Disease, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
HUD is also available to provide technical assistance to homeless assistance providers who need support in preventing or responding to the spread of infectious disease. Submit questions to the Ask A Question (AAQ) portal with 'Health Preparedness and Response' in the subject line.
Minnesota Department of Health
The Minnesota Department of Health has set up a web page with the latest information, including persons under investigation (PUI), travel guidance, what individuals can do to protect themselves, theirr family, and their community, and more.
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Resources:
Video PSA: COVID-19
Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 (PDF)
Viruses Don't Discriminate and Neither Should we (PDF)
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) (PDF)
Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities
Hennepin County Public Health is working closely with the Minnesota Department of Health and other local partners to respond to this rapidly evolving disease outbreak.
Here is what Hennepin County residents can do:
Take care and take the same precautions recommended for avoiding colds and flu: - Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water
- Stay home when sick
- Cover cough and sneezes
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Programs at Coronavirus 2020 - 2021
Child Care and After School Care
City and County Operational Changes
Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act ("CARES Act")
Donation and Volunteer Opportunities
Donations and Requests Matching Services
Employment Opportunities and Information
FAQs
Financial Assistance - Artists
Financial Assistance - Businesses
Financial Assistance - Individuals and Families
Financial Assistance - Veteran/Military and Their Families
Free Food Distribution and Meals
Grocery, Cleaning, Personal Care, Pet Care, and Pharmacies
In Home Assistance
Law Enforcement/Legal Resources
Mask Up MN Order
Mental Health Resources
Minnesota Department of Health News Releases and Announcements
Miscellaneous Minnesota Statewide COVID-19 Information, Materials, and Resources
National COVID-19 Information, Materials, and Resources
PPE Equipment - Donations, Volunteer Opportunities and Requests
Public and Charter Schools Information and Resources
Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Resources
Stay Safe MN Order
Testing, Screening, and Telemedicine Locations and Information
Transportation
Unemployment Benefits and Resources
Utilities and Telecommunications
Vaccine Information
Virtual Learning and Technology Assistance