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The NC Department of Health and Human Services, along with public and private partners across the state, have established (3) programs to help children as we work to mitigate the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic:  

1. A hotline connecting essential workers to local child care options 
2. A texting service to help families in need find meal sites; and
3. A list of educational resources (birth grade 2) for parents who are trying to keep their young children engaged and learning while schools and care facilities are closed.  

Additional Resources from NC Department of Health & Human Services and DCDEE:

• ChildCareStrongNC Public Health Toolkit
• Interim Guidance for Winter Holidays
• Details on Pandemic Electronic Benefits (P-EBT)
• Free Emotional Support for Being on the COVID-19 Frontlines 
• Get the latest updates on COVID-19 cases in NC with the DHHS COVID-19 Dashboard, now updated to include data on race, ethnicity, and gender.

Resources from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC):

• Guidance for Schools and Child Care Centers
• Guidance for Pregnant Women and Children
• Stop the Spread of Germs Flyer (in English and Spanish)

Additional Local Resources

• Local Agency Updates as of 4.15.20 
• Free Tools and Supplies for Those Working with the Crisis
• MedLink of Mecklenburg and other community health resources: Adapting to COVID-19
  Here is a summary of how Mecklenburg County's health care safety net providers are adapting to the current COVID-19 crisis. This includes information on clinic schedules, availability of in-person or telehealth visits, fees for services, and whether agencies are accepting new patients. MedLink of Mecklenburg advocates for improved access to care in Mecklenburg County through education, communication, and collaboration among services providers.
• Carolinas Alliance COVID-19 Match Site  This is a program dedicated to matching the needs of the Carolinas healthcare providers, businesses, and government organizations with manufacturers, vendors, suppliers, and talent who can help deliver crucial supplies and services.

General Emergency Assistance

• United Way's 211
• Atrium Health
• Novant Health or call 1-877-9NOVANT

Mental Health Support

• Self-Help Tool  (Mental Health America)
• Coronavirus and Mental Health (Mental Health America)
• Relaxation Activities for Kids (Save the Children)

Mask Guidance

• A Mask for Every American (claim a free mask)
• Wear a mask. Slow the spread. Protect your neighbors. (Novant)

Family Support