Covid-19 Updates and Vital Community Resources

For up-to-date information on COVID-19, please refer to the following trusted sources:

Southern Nevada Health District 

• https://www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org/coronavirus/
• Vaccine FAQs
• NV Empower Program - Wastewater Surveillance

Centers for Disease Control

• COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
• Prevention
• COVID-19 Weekly Reports (MMWR)
• Get COVID-19 Updates on WhatsApp: English or Español

Additional recommendations from the SNHD and the CDC include:

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds each time.
• If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Cover your cough and sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
• Use of masks helps slow the spread of COVID-19.
  • CDC information on masks and face-coverings.
  • UNC Health: Pro Tip to Help Your Earloop Mask Fit More Tightly (Video)

Nevada Health Response

• Nevada Health Response
• Press Releases: COVID-19 in Nevada
• COVID Trace App
• Find COVID-19 Testing in Nevada
• Current Status: Mitigation Measures

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• EPA.gov/coronavirus - Information on reducing airborn transmission,  disinfectants, and other key EPA resources on COVID-19.

World Health Organization (WHO)

• WHO Advice for the Public
• Travel Advice
• COVID-19 Mythbusters
• COVID-19 Vaccine

Managing Coronavirus Stress and Anxiety

• CDC - Center for Disease Control's guide to coping with stress and anxiety
• ADAA - Anxiety and Depression Association of America
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
• Self-Care Resources for Nurses and Healthcare Workers During COVID-19

Additional COVID-19 Resources:

• COVID-19 Resources for Older Adults & Caregivers
• COVID-19 Q&A (Video Series)
• Greater Than Covid: The Conversation - Got questions about the COVID vaccines? Doctors, nurses, and community health workers have answers!

Emergency Services:

• United Way Resources - Emergency Assistance and Community Needs Fund and COVID Resources.
• Three Square Emergency Food Distribution Plan - Three Square Food Bank Implements Emergency Food Distribution Strategy in Response to COVID-19.
• Nevada211 - COVID-19 Southern Nevada Updates and Resources
• Hope For The City - Food Distribution and Food Pantries

Healthcare:

• RTC - Providing free transit passes to Southern Nevadans who need access to COVID-19 vaccination appointments.
• First Person Care Clinic - Committed to providing affordable, high-quality, and compassionate health care services to anyone in need.
• Nevada Health Link
• FirstMed Health & Wellness - provide efficient, quality, and affordable health care services in a holistic, caring, and compassionate environment that is accessible to all, regardless of ability to pay. The staff is fluent in English, Spanish, Tagalog, and Visayan.
• Veteran Resources - VA has implemented an aggressive public health response to protect and care for Veterans in the face of this emerging health risk.
• Asian Community Development Council - The ACDC Navigator Program provides state-licensed Health Navigators who speak different languages and can help facilitate enrollment in qualified health plans.
• Drug & Alcohol Addiction Rehab, Treatment & Recovery Resources in Nevada
• Alcoholics Anonymous meetings in Nevada
• Energy Employee’s Occupational Illness Compensation Act (EEOICPA)

Financial Help:

• File for Unemployment - Nevada’s unemployment insurance self-service website.
• IRS.gov - Tax credits and deductions.
  • Online tool to help families register for monthly Child Tax Credit payments
  • Multilingual Information & Resources
  • IRS Videos on YouTube
• Social Security Help
• Clark County CARES Housing Assistance Program
• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) - Protecting your finances during the coronavirus pandemic.
  • Protections for Renters (CFPB)
  • Help for Homeowners (CFPB)

Utility Assistance:

• NV Energy - Energy bill assistance programs are available to help customers who meet income and other eligibility guidelines.
• Southwest Gas - Assistance Programs
• Cox Communications - Connect2Compete Affordable Internet Program
• Affordable Connectivity Program - FCC program to help low-income households pay for internet service and connected devices like a laptop or tablet.

Small Business Assistance:

• Employ NV Business Hub - Two locations: Sahara West Library & Vegas Chamber
• Urban Chamber of Commerce Las Vegas - Tri-Chamber Grant Program for Small Businesses
• SBA Disaster Loan Assistance - Federal Disaster Loans for Businesses, Private Nonprofits, Homeowners, and Renters. Applicants may also call SBA's Customer Service Center at 800.659.2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov, opens a new window

Arts Grants & Funding Support Programs:

• Nevada Arts Council Grant Offerings

Legal Services:

• Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada - COVID-19 Legal & Financial Toolkit
• FREE VIRTUAL Community Legal Education Classes - Offered as a free community service by William S. Boyd School of Law, Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, and Nevada Legal Services.
• Nevada Legal Services - Offering free legal assistance to eligible clients.
• FTC Coronavirus Scams - Tips from the Federal Trade Commission on how to avoid coronavirus scams.
• Dream Big Nevada DACA Information Packet

Career & Employment Services:

• Business & Career Success Resources
• One-Stop Career Centers
• Professional Institute of Technology (NVPITA.com)
• Nevada Public Radio - Tips on what to do once you've been laid off from work.

Educational Resources:

• Tools For School Success
• Limitless Learning with the Library District
• Homework Help
• YMCA Preschool
• Strong Start Academies - The Strong Start Go Mobile Pre-K Academy offers children and families an affordable high-quality early education program.
• PBS Kids - How to talk to your kids about coronavirus.
• Cyberbullying Resources from Security.org
• Thinking Money for Kids - The American Library Association (ALA), in partnership with the FINRA Investor Education Foundation, has released a collection of free online games to teach children basic financial skills related to earning, saving and spending money. The four interactive games are designed for children ages 7 to 11 but are appropriate for other ages as well.
  • Earning It: Follow the paths of characters Grace, Emma, and Kenji to see how their childhood interests translate into successful careers and opportunities to “give back” by volunteering.
  • Balance My Budget: Make choices about how to meet basic needs and treat yourself with a splurge here and there, while sticking to a monthly budget.
  • Money Trail: Starting with $500 in your bank account, make decisions about how to earn and spend.
  • Let’s Deal: Hear from buyers and vendors at a farmers’ market as they swap goods and learn about money.