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COVID-19 RESOURCES

Thank you to all of the individuals and organizations that have submitted COVID-19 resources for us to share with our community. We have heard from many that they are receiving our emails and are grateful to learn of these responses. If your organization is providing special resources at this time, please EMAIL US and we will include your information on this page and share with our E-News and social media followers. 

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GENERAL INFORMATION / HELP LINES

HEALTH / MENTAL HEALTH

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

FOOD ASSISTANCE

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

EMERGENCY CHILDCARE

BUSINESS INFORMATION

OPEN POSITIONS / JOB RESOURCES

SUPPORT GROUPS

DONATIONS / COLLECTIONS / VOLUNTEERS

OTHER INFORMATION

SPANISH RESOURCES

Here are some of the COVID-19 resources available in our community and region:


GENERAL INFORMATION / HELP LINES

St. Charles County Department of Public Health (DPH) - Covid-19 Vaccination Sign Up
Visit: https://www.sccmo.org/2162/COVID-19-Vaccine-Information

Missouri State Informational Campaign: https://www.oneforallmo.com/

The CDC's website includes INFORMATION TO KNOW ABOUT COVID-19, up-to-date nationwide statistics, resources, information for healthcare workers and reference/update articles. Go to https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/?deliveryName=USCDC_2067-DM23953 to access information from the CDC. The CDC also has published GUIDELINES FOR USING CLOTH FACE COVERINGS, including instructions on how to make several different types of face masks at home. Check out their guidelines at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html?deliveryName=USCDC_2067-DM25135. The CDC has issued information about how to protect yourself and others when CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH COVID-19 in a non-healthcare setting, such as their home. Learn what to do when someone has symptoms of COVID-19 or when they have been diagnosed with the virus. This information also pertains to people who have tested positive but are not showing symptoms. Care information is available at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/care-for-someone.html?deliveryName=USCDC_2067-DM26034

To help St. Charles County residents and businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, the St. Charles County web page (https://www.sccmo.org/CommunityResources) is updated regularly. Additional information is available on the Department of Public Health Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/StCharlesCountyPublicHealth/). Volunteers are available to respond to questions and concerns about COVID-19 at 636-949-1899 (staffed from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday), and nurses from the Missouri Health Department also are available 24/7 at 877-435-8411. The Dept. Of Public Health has compiled the following COVID-19 information on its website: 

Anyone experiencing HOMELESSNESS OR AT HOUSING RISK may continue to call Coordinated Entry at 2-1-1 or email the Coordinated Entry case management team using the button at the top of this page.

The Lincoln County Health Department's COVID-19 webpage provides UPDATES on the virus in Lincoln County communities. Go to https://lchdmo.org/covid19 for information and updates.

St. Charles County has joined the St. Louis Metropolitan Pandemic Task Force, partnering with the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, BJC HealthCare, Mercy, SSM Health and St. Luke’s Hospital to slow the transmission of COVID-19 and help save lives in this region. To view information from the Task Force, follow their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/St-Louis-Metropolitan-Pandemic-Task-Force-114664760188697/

United Way of Greater St. Louis has resources available to help organizations connect people to resources and help connect volunteers to service opportunities: If you want to VOLUNTEER, please sign up for updates at STLVolunteer.org. If you can support others, please consider donating to United Way's COVID-19 Response. 100% of the dollars raised will be used to support people impacted by COVID-19.

HEALTH / MENTAL HEALTH

Here are some of the COVID-19 resources available in our community and region (alphabetically by organization):

People with an addiction are being impacted by COVID-19 in many ways, but the community is working on continuing crucial treatment. Addiction Center treatment specialists are available at (855) 591-1977 with INFORMATION ON COVID-19 AND REHAB, including where to go for rehab, how to pay, safety and how COVID-19 has impacted rehab. For more information on addiction and Covid-19, visit the Addiction Center website at https://www.addictioncenter.com/Covid-19/

Advent Behavioral Care (formerly Advent Medical Group and Alternative Behavioral Care) has immediate telehealth appointments for PSYCHIATRY, COUNSELING AND INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT GROUP THERAPY programs for adults and teens. All appointments are through a secure online portal easily accessed on their website. Call 636.939.2550 for psychiatry and 636.477.6111 for counseling and intensive outpatient programs.

Agape Christian Counseling's website (https://www.agapechristiancounselingservices.org/how-agape-is-responding-to-covid-19/) includes information about how different INSURANCE companies are covering virtual counseling sessions.

Struggling with alcohol addiction? www.alcoholhelp.com/treatment/ is a great resource for helping individuals struggling with alcohol misuse during this ongoing pandemic.

A leading health concern in America is alcoholism, which affects nearly 14 million people. AlcoholRehabGuide.org is an organization that focuses on producing high quality substance abuse and recovery content. This website was founded on a passion to help people in need, and knowing that the right resources can make the difference in someones life. Please visit AlcoholRehabGuide.org/Treatment

The Alzheimer's Association is offering free programs, including education classes, support groups and individualized care planning sessions, virtually and by phone. Visit alz.org/mohelp for details on offerings, along with caregiving tips, coping strategies, and links to online resources specifically related to Covid-19. Their 24/7 Helpline is also available to answer specific questions at 800.272.3900.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has published resources to help MAINTAIN GOOD MENTAL HEALTH during Covid-19, including videos, PSAs and articles. Visit their website at https://afsp.org/mental-health-and-covid-19/#resources---programs 

The American Heart Association has published information for to help those experiencing heart disease better understand COVID-19 and their health care needs. Find this information at https://www.heart.org/en/about-us/coronavirus-covid-19-resources

BJC Behavioral Health is providing continued service to clients during this time by phone rather than face-to-face. BJC's Same Day Access team will assess anyone interested in starting services. To schedule an initial appointment, or to inquire about access to facilities and services, please call 877.729.4004.

CenterPointe Hospital is available to help individuals who may be experiencing SYPMPTOMS OF SEVERE DEPRESSION, SEVERE ANXIETY, ISOLATION, GRIEF AND LOSS, POST TRAUMATIC STRESS OR SUBSTANCE USE due to the COVID-19 restrictions. CenterPointe is also admitting patients for VIRTUAL OUTPATIENT THERAPY. Patients can receive therapy services from the comfort of their own home using a PC, smartphone or tablet. CenterPointe's HEALING FOR HEROES program provides virtual outpatient therapy for first responders, veterans and active duty military, with a focus primarily on PTSD and trauma experienced by the public servants who have cared for us. All virtual systems comply with federal and state health care privacy regulations, meet HIPAA-compliant telemedicine standards, and are secure and are supervised by a team of licensed, experienced professionals who provide the same evidence-based treatment programming as the in-person equivalent. Most private insurance is accepted. An initial assessment to determine the appropriate level of care can be conducted at no cost. Call 800-345-5407 toll free or 636-477-2136, Option 1, for an assessment. Phone lines are open24/7.

To provide support for Missouri residents during the COVID-19 pandemic, Christian Counseling Connection LLC is offering the TALK TIME 20/20, an opportunity to sample telehealth counseling sessions in an affordable and convenient way. After the first FREE consultation session, for new clients in Missouri, clients may schedule additional 20-minute sessions for $20 private pay, or they can consult with their counselor about a plan that best meets their needs, including insurance options. Learn more at https://www.christiancounselingconnection.com/

Compass Health Network has launched a new immediate ACCESS/DISASTER HOTLINE, in addition to its 24-hour crisis hotline. For a 5-Minute Mental Health Checklist, CLICK HERE. If you need support or immediate access to services, call 888-237-4567. Visit the Compass Health website at http://compasshealthnetwork.org for more information. For information on Compass Health Network's medical, behavioral health and dental services, CLICK HERE. Compass Health has moved all of its clinical services to virtual technology, including its psychiatry, counseling, Pinocchio, school-based, therapy and primary care services. For assistance, call the appointment line at 844-853-8937.

Eye Thrive provides free vision screenings, eye exams and prescription glasses to children in the St. Louis region and has announced that, due to Covid-19, it will make and ship FREE PRESCRIPTION GLASSES to any child who: has lost or broken their glasses; is between the ages of 4-18; and has a current, valid prescription (issued by Eye Thrive doctors or an outside provider). To request assistance, click here.

The free KUTO CRISIS HELPLINE, 314-644-5886 is staffed 24/7 by trained, youth friendly people prepared to help kids and youth de-escalate crisis, find a calm center and feel better able to cope through through the Covid-19 crisis.

The Love Will Foundation has FUNDS AVAILABLE for mental health counseling in our area. In St. Charles County, they utilize St. Louis Family Counseling and Step by Step Counseling for services. For more information, visit www.lovewillfoundation.org.

Mercy is now offering VIDEO AND TELEPHONE VISITS to meet patients' health care needs without waiting for social distancing restrictions to be lifted. Video and phone visits allow patients to meet with their provider, securely and confidentially and are available at all Mercy Clinics and Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care centers. To schedule a virtual visit, contact your local provider's office or schedule a Mercy-GoHealth Urgent Care video visit at https://www.gohealthuc.com/mercy#videovisits.

The Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services has a variety of resources available, including GUIDES FOR SELF CARE, coping ang managing stress, simple visualizations and information for helping children cope with Covid-19. See their resources at https://health.mo.gov/living/healthcondiseases/communicable/novel-coronavirus/anxiety.php

NAMI (the National Alliance for Mental Health) has prepared a MENTAL HEALTH GUIDE to help people deal with the stressors of COVID-19. View the complete guide at https://www.nami.org/getattachment/About-NAMI/NAMI-News/2020/NAMI-Updates-on-the-Coronavirus/COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf. NAMI also is offering weekly FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS on Monday evenings from 6 - 7:30 p.m. and Friday evenings from 7 - 8:30 p.m. (register at namistl.org), DAILY COMMUNITY CHECK-INS where anyone can socialize while social distancing via zoom (email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  for the link), and a weekly SPEAKER SERIES with individuals who have experienced a mental health condition tell their story of recovery (register at namistl.org).

Preferred Family Healthcare's Team of Concern is offering a schedule of telehealth group opportunities via Google Hangouts/Meet for elementary, middle and high school students and parents. Too see a list of ONLINE SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING GROUPS, days, times and login information, CLICK HERE.

Liquor sales have been spiking and trends of substance use are on the rise. Rehab Spot is not a treatment center, but a public web guide sharing INFORMATION ON DRUGS, ALCOHOL, ADDICTION AND RECOVERY. Their webpage at www.rehabspot.com/COVID-19www.rehabspot.com/COVID-19 talks about implications of substance use during the pandemic and links to numerous other pages of research about addiction and recovery.

Feeling anxious? Call the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-985-5990. Look out for these common SIGNS OF DISTRESS: Feelings of numbness, disbelief, anxiety or fear; Changes in appetite, energy, and activity levels; Difficulty concentrating; Difficulty sleeping or nightmares and upsetting thoughts and images; Physical reactions, such as headaches, body pains, stomach problems, and  skin rashes; Worsening of chronic health problems; Anger or short-temper;  and Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs.

SSM Behavioral Health's Central Intake Team is accepting referrals and admissions. SSM Health Behavioral Health Services can be reached by calling: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTRAL INTAKE (24/7) at (800) 428-2083 and SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER INTAKE at (888) 949-7150. If your referral call is transferred to voicemail, please leave a message and an Intake representative will contact you within 24 hours (Monday-Friday) to complete a confidential assessment. SSM Health is offering VIRTUAL VISITS and free VIRTUAL EVALUATIONS for anyone who is concerned they may be experiencing symptoms of, or may have been exposed to, COVID-19. All residents of Missouri and Illinois (regardless of insurance or if they are a current SSM Health patient) are eligible for this free evaluation, which can be accessed at https://ssmhealth.zipnosis.com/

The Salvation Army is providing a range of emergency assistance, social services, and emergency disaster services during the Covid-19 crisis, including an EMOTIONAL AND SPIRITUAL CARE HOTLINE that's available 24/7 at 816-968-0497.

Due to our community's increased need for low cost counseling, Step By Step Counseling will have additional graduate counseling interns on site. Interns are available to work with clients both in person and virtually. Anyone in our community qualifies to work with a Stepping Stones therapist! They are available to work with adolescents & adults, and are qualified in helping clients with stressors at work or school, grief, relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, couples counseling, etc. Cost is $15-$30/session. If you or someone you know is interested in working with one of the Stepping Stones therapists please contact Step By Step Counseling's office to schedule an appointment! You can call at 636-255-0002 or message the office through the online form https://tinyurl.com/yc2fh8dq to schedule an appointment with a Stepping Stones therapist!

The intake appointment or first session at the Counseling and Social Advocacy Center @ UMSL is completely free for all clients, with no obligation to continue thereafter. Through May, TELEHEALTH SERVICES are offered free of charge, and beginning June 1, individual, couples and family counseling is available for $30/session. Financial assistance is available and services may be offered on a sliding scale. For more information, visit their website at https://csac.umsl.edu/affordablecounselingservices/

The Crossroads Clinic Volunteers in Medicine in Lake St. Louis provides free medical care in Warren, Lincoln, Montgomery, and Western St. Charles County for residents who are not covered by Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance and who live at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. They are currently treating patients in office as well as via phone. The clinic is open Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-1pm. The clinic is located at 10714 Veterans Memorial Parkway inside the First Bank Building in Lake St. Louis. The phone number is 636-561-3133. For more information visit https://www.crossroadsclinicvim.org/

The Volunteers In Medicine Clinic in St. Charles at 1039 S. Duchesne, St Charles, is continuing to be open, with restrictions, through the current virus pandemic. The clinic is not allowing patients inside; however, clients may make appointments, and the nurses and providers will provide TELE-MEDICINE CALLS to patients on a scheduled day and time. The clinic also continues to provide medications to patients by passing them outside the door. If you have questions or need services, call the clinic on Mondays or Wednesdays at 636-724-4848.


FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Here are some of the COVID-19 resources available in our community and region (alphabetically by organization):

The Missouri Department of Labor has posted a COVID-19 page with information on UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION and other work-related issues during the COVID-19 crisis. View the page at https://labor.mo.gov/coronavirus

The COMMUNITY CARES ACT provides a variety of supports for people experiencing financial hardships due to COVID-19, including housing and prevention assistance. Community Catalyst has provided a guide to funding for each state, timing and channels, etc. The full summary from Community Catalyst can be found here. The Nonprofit Times has published CARES Act: A Guide to Financial Resources for Nonprofits, a detailed guide to loans and other programs available through the CARES Act, including uses, restrictions and how to apply. To check out the guide, CLICK HERE.

Due to COVID-19, the Department of Social Services is experiencing an influx of applications for benefits such as FOOD STAMPS, MEDICAID, CHILD CARE and TANF. Review this infographic for a better understanding to see if you may qualify for benefits. http://ow.ly/d/8nFE

To help business navigate the vast information relating to COVID-19, the Greater St. Charles Chamber of Commerce has included links on its website to some of the more important websites that will help you, your business, and our community through the current crisis. Be sure to check out the U.S. Chamber's "Coronavirus Emergency Loans Small Business Guide and Checklist" for answers to questions you may have regarding the THE CORONAVIRUS AID, RELIEF, AND ECONOMIC SECURITY (CARES) ACT. The Chamber has also provided links to application information for Paycheck Protection Loans and COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans, including this infographic with information on each type of loan. Information about how nonprofits can apply for and utilize these loan programs is available on the Kresge Foundation website.

The St. Louis City Office of Financial Empowerment has released a list of FINANCIAL AND OTHER RESOURCES available in the St. Louis metro area, including information on loans, taxes, mortgages and more. CLICK HERE to see the complete list of resources.


FOOD ASSISTANCE

For anyone in need of FOOD, the St. Louis Area Foodbank has set up a page to help at https://stlfoodbank.org/covid19/. You can search to find a food pantry near you, larger distribution events in your area and for those who might be losing income, how to get help applying for SNAP (Food Stamps). The food bank is also in need of volunteers in its Volunteer Center and donations of food and funds.

Operation Food Search has a map of all available CHILD MEAL SITES on its Emergency Response 2020 web page. You'll also find information about how to get help during this crisis and how to give help to others. Operation Food Search updates the page regularly with new information. CLICK HERE for a pdf of Operation Food Search's FAMILY FOOD FINDER FACT SHEET.

Agape in Warrenton is offering COVID-19 MEAL DELIVERY SERVICE to kids 18 and under on Tuesdays and Thursdays. CLICK HERE for location information.

O.A.S.I.S. Food Pantry is open for inside check-in for food distribution: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 7:00pm. – 8:30pm and Thursday and Saturday mornings, 10:00am – 11:30am  Check out their website: oasisfoodpantry.com for detailed information.

Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service's FOOD PANTRY is doing drive-thru service on Tuesdays and Thursdays. To participate, call 636-441-1302 or visit www.jacares.org for more information.

The Immaculate Heart of Mary St. Vincent DePaul FOOD PANTRY is open from 9 - 10:30 a.m. on the first and third Saturdays of the month. During the COVID-19 pandemic, they ask that participants remain in their vehicles, and volunteers will collect their information and bring their food order. The pantry is located at 8 W Hwy D, New Melle. MO 63365, on the Parish grounds in the chapel basement. A 24/7 helpline is available at 636-398-5270 ext. 225.

MU Extension has created the MISSOURI FOOD FINDER online tool to help local farmers, growers and suppliers enter basic information about the food they sell, their hours, location and contact information. Please visit www.MOFoodFinder.org or AllThingsMissouri.org for more information.

FISH of St. Charles County is open for FOOD REFERRALS and services to help fill the overwhelming need in our community. FISH serves food, practicing social distancing rules, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. until 10:30. They are accepting food donations, but are not open to the public for any other activity. If you have questions, please call 314-447-5482 or 314-323-7701.

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

NECAC (Northeast Community Actions Corporation) can assist those needing ENERGY ASSISTANCE. Visit their website at http://www.necac.org/services/community-services/energy-assistance to learn about their utility assistance programs. 

Ameren has programs available to assist those experiencing financial crisis with paying their ELECTRIC BILLS. For information on these resources and other COVID-19 information, visit their website at https://www.ameren.com/account/customer-service/covid-19 

Spire's ENERGY ASSISTANCE programs are listed at https://www.spireenergy.com/assistance 

Missouri American Water's COVID-19 response and ASSISTANCE INFORMATION is available at https://amwater.com/moaw/

Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service is providing UTILITY ASSISTANCE, as needed. Call 636-441-1302 or visit www.jacares.org for more information.

Area PHONE/INTERNET PROVIDERS have programs in place to assist customers in staying connected. To learn about these programs, visit the provider sites at: Charter/Spectrum; AT&T;

EMERGENCY CHILDCARE

The YMCA will be offering EMERGENCY CHILDCARE for families of first responders, medical personnel and other essential staff in our community. In St. Charles County, services will be provided at the O'Fallon location. For more infomration, CLICK HERE.

Child Care Aware is providing resources for First Responders, Health Care Workers, and Essential Personnel in need of CHILD CARE. CLICK HERE for more information or call 866-892-3228 to find child care in your community.

The Crisis Nursery's 24-HOUR HELPLINE will remain available for the duration of the COVID-19 crisis in order to offer crisis intervention, resource referral, and parenting support to families around the clock. The helplines for St. Charles County are: (St. Charles) 636-947-0600, (West) 636-940-2504 and (Wentzville) 636-887-3070. At this time, Crisis Nursery is continuing to offer emergency respite care with enhanced safety protocols for children, 0-12 years old, who are facing an immediate safety concern. Any change in status will be communicated to the community. The Family Empowerment Program remains available to provide resource referral, crisis intervention, parenting support, and mental health support via phone or telehealth.

BUSINESS INFORMATION

As we continue to plan for workforce re-entry and provide procedural updates for our dedicated staff, it’s critical to understand the do's and don'ts of implementing new COVID-19 procedures at your organization. Since it's often difficult to differentiate the credible information from the bogus content, UST decided to compile a COVID-19 FACT VS. FICTION HANDOUT for nonprofit leaders. CLICK HERE for a copy.

The Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce has compiled a list of RESOURCES TO ASSIST BUSINESSES through the COVID-19 crisis. The list includes local, state and national resources. For information, visit their website.

ChamberofCommerce.org has developed a COVID-19 RESOURCE PAGE with a thorough Q&A guide on the top 6 questions that businesses are asking, along with easy-to-understand information about the $2 trillion stimulus bill. Check it out at https://www.chamberofcommerce.org/coronavirus-small-business-guide

OSHA's webpage provides information and links to INTERIM GUIDANCE AND RESOURCES for preventing exposures to, and infection with, COVID-19. Visit their COVID-19 page at https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/

EDC Business and Community Partners has issued the following information regarding SMALL BUSINESS LOANS: Disaster assistance loans for small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 public health crisis will soon be available to companies in St. Charles County and throughout Missouri. The St. Louis District Office for the U.S. Small Business Administration can be reached at 314-539-6600 and more information about their disaster loan program is online at: https://bit.ly/3dfUrZh

For organizations with onsite employees, the CDC has issued GUIDELINES FOR CLEANING & DISINFECTING FACILITIES to prevent the spread of COVID-19, especially if there has been an employee diagnosed with the virus. CLICK HERE for the complete guidelines.

The Nonprofit Times has assembled the TOP COVID-19 RESOURCES to help nonprofit employers navigate the Coronavirus's impact on organizations and their employees. Tools cover such subjects as HR guidance & best practices, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, sample policies (family & medical leave, sick leave, furlough letter and work from home), a telecommuting checklist and more.  Go to https://www2.chooseust.org/covid-19-toolkit to check out these resources.   


OPEN POSITIONS / JOB RESOURCES

The Continuum of Care is working with agencies to assist DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS who are experiencing disrupted work. The Continuum organizations are working collectively to keep them employed and temporarily fill open shifts for agencies who are still able to provide services. If your agency has direct support openings or if your Direct Support Professionals are unable to work, please fill out the Google Form at: https://forms.gle/W2fJLaS1U6SGiPxh7

Raising Cane's is committed to providing stable jobs for its employees through COVID-19 and beyond. Many of its restaurants are hiring. To search openings and apply, go to http://www.caniaccareers.com/

Connections to Success is offering its PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING in a virtual format. Participant supportive services include assistance by a Life Transformation Coach, Job-Developer and an Educational Assistant. For more information, CLICK HERE


SUPPORT GROUPS

Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to offer vital care and SUPPORT SERVICES to all those affected. Free programs, including education classes, support groups and individualized care planning sessions, are now being offered virtually and by phone. Go to https://alz.org/greatermissouri/helping_you/virtual-programs-and-services for details on offerings, along with caregiving tips, coping strategies, and links to online resources specifically related to Covid-19. The 24/7 HELPLINE is also available to answer specific questions at 800.272.3900.

DONATIONS / COLLECTIONS / VOLUNTEERS

Gateway Human Trafficking and the Lake St. Louis Police Department are COLLECTING PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT to be distributed among area law enforcement agencies. If you can donate any of the following items, please ship to Law Enforcement Supply Project, Lake St. Louis Police Department, 200 Civic Center Dr., Lake St Louis, MO 63367. Items needed are: N-95 or higher-level respirator or facemask; Surgical masks; Eye protection (i.e., goggles or disposable face shield that fully covers the front and sides of the face); Disposable patient examination gloves; Disposable Coverall Suits; Disposable Boot Covers; Lysol spray; Cleaning Wipes; Hand Sanitizer; and 70% and up Isopropyl Alcohol. Donation information is available at https://www.gatewayhumantrafficking.org

The need for BABY SUPPLIES is expected to increase over the next few months as parents adjust to the current economic situation and social restrictions. Shower of Love is collecting items through their Amazon and Target registries to distribute to area nonprofits serving children and families. Visit the Shower of Love website at https://www.showeroflovestc.org/ to connect to the registries.

If you're interested in HELPING HOSPITALS in their fight against Covid-19, BJC Healthcare has put together information on how to donate needed supplies and food for healthcare workers, as well as make financial donations. To learn more about how you can help, go to https://www.bjc.org/coronavirus/donations#supplydonations

During this uncertain time, The American Red Cross is encouraging individuals to keep scheduled BLOOD AND PLASMA DONATION appointments and to make new donation appointments for the weeks ahead to ensure a stable blood and plasma supply throughout this pandemic. To schedule a donation or find a blood drive near you, go to https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive.

Element Church in Wentzville has a DONATION/COLLECTION CENTER up and running.  They are collecting a variety of things including:  diapers, wipes, baby food, cleaning supplies, paper towels, toilet paper, feminine items, and dry or canned goods. The hotline number for questions for assistance is 636-395-0397 (ask for Mary).

Due to the Covid-19 situation, FAST (Foster Adoption Support Team) is unable to accept clothing, shoes, toys and household items for its program to support foster families. FAST is still able to accept NON-PERISHABLE FOODS AND PERSONAL CARE ITEMS. To arrange a day and time to drop off items, contact Vicki at 314-496-8479.

Buddy Bags provides FOOD TO KIDS in the Lincoln County School District. They are collecting food at businesses throughout Lincoln County. If you would like to drop off a donation, Click Here to view the collection sites.

United Volunteers, an O'fallon-based 501(c)3, is in need of CLOTHING DONATIONS. Sponsor a clothing donation drive at your business or in your neighborhood as a service to not only United Volunteers, but to those who are doing Spring cleaning and need a place to donate. United Volunteers will coordinate to set up a date to pick up donations, and the entire process can be implemented respecting social distancing guidelines. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to learn more about donating.

VOYCE is pulling together lists of LONG-TERM CARE COMMUNITIES and home care providers that have needs during this time. Several St. Charles, Lincoln and Warren county nursing homes have already submitted needs. To see how you can help, go to https://www.voycestl.org/services/covid-19-response

The Little Bit Foundation is seeking DONATIONS for its Feeding Hope Program and Student Care Kits to assist low-income students throughout the St. Louis metro region. For a list of needed food items, CLICK HERE. Virtual drives for care kits can be held using their Amazon Care Kit List. For more information on donations, visit the Little Bit Foundation website at http://www.thelittlebitfoundation.org/how-to-help/host-a-drive/

Caring and Sharing Food Pantry is accepting TOILETRY AND FOOD DONATIONS. Toiletry needs include hotel size shampoo, conditioners, body lotion, tooth brushes, toothpaste, razors, pocket size tissues, etc. to make packs for the fragile families in our communities. They are also accepting nonperishable food products for their food pantry. Please drop donations in the container at 257 Savoy Dr., Lake St Louis, Mo 63367.

OTHER RESOURCES

Step By Step Counseling launches Parent Hub to support parents and caregivers navigating their way through raising the next generation. Many families need help with understanding or managing their child's mental health diagnosis, family challenges or day to day struggles in their household. The Parent Hub supports families in building a healthy home environment and enjoyable relationships by providing members with personalized guidance with their family success path, resources, growing course library, discounted parent coaching, community focus and more. The Hub provides caregivers with a safe and nurturing space to access resources to help themselves or their families. An area for families to feel supported and celebrated! A place for families to find encouragement & practical solutions they are seeking.  To join the Hub community, visit parenthub.net or facebook.com/ParentHubSupport

The MU Extension - St. Charles County website has a variety of information to help during Covid-19, including resources on HEALTH, NUTRITION, PERSONAL FINANCE and many links to EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND LEARNING RESOURCES. Check them out at https://extension2.missouri.edu/covid-19-resources-public

TechSoup, in collaboration with Microsoft, launched the DIGITAL SKILLS CENTER FOR NONPROFITS last June to support nonprofits and their employees' desire for more IT training. With many organizations going remote, this is a great time to look to remote training. CLICK HERE to view their course offerings. Take only the courses you are interested in, with many courses available for free, and learn from the comfort of anywhere.

Residents of St. Charles County have reported that phone SCAMMERS are impersonating County and municipality officials and asking for personal information, including Social Security numbers, related to COVID testing. County and municipality officials and volunteers WILL NOT ask for this type of personal information during contact investigations, and individuals SHOULD NOT give this information to anyone. For concerns related to this, individuals should email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Educators are the ones who make the majority of hotline calls to protect children from neglect and abuse. Now it's more important than ever for agencies making contact with children and their families to be observant and vigilant in reporting suspected abuse. The Child Center is hosting a VIRTUAL MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING at no cost. This training will provide participants with knowledge of their roles as mandated reporters, signs that abuse or neglect may be occurring, and how to respond to a disclosure. Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to schedule.

Rocket Homes has created GUIDES on how to make your home more comfortable and create productive spaces for all members of the family during the COVID-19 social distancing. Check out their guides "6 Ways to Create the Perfect Homework Space" and "Working from Home Tips to Help with Comfort and Efficiency."

If your organization is interested in accessing a few online training opportunities while working from home, check out the FREE TRAININGS available through GrantSpace (Candid/Foundation Center) website. Go to https://grantspace.org/training/ to see available online trainings.

The Brown School has compiled a list of FREE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES, and will be launching a free webinar series on Tuesday, March 31, called Open Classroom. These resources are available at their Professional Development page (https://brownschool.wustl.edu/Resources-and-Initiatives/Professional-Development/Pages/Free-Professional-Development-Resources.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3AHkKd9dwngK5H1f9OsLbj7uIGTxr9H6TGdWANTo4oj3kgtC3HOpjvrzQ).

Rocket Lawyer has created a free CORONAVIRUS LEGAL CENTER in partnership with attorneys in its network who also want to help. There, you can find a no-cost, one-stop resource for expert legal advice, critical legal documents, and consultations with lawyers to get you through the many challenges presented by the Covid-19 crisis. The Rocket Lawyer Coronavirus Legal Center is also an essential resource for legal advice in connection with government benefits and aid programs, pursuant to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, as well as a Coronavirus Relief Worksheet to help you determine if you’re eligible for any government assistance. Rocket Lawyer is waiving fees for its coronavirus-related attorney Q&A feature. CLICK HERE to visit the Legal Center.

SPANISH RESOURCES

Spanish Flyers - Check out these flyers that BJC has provided with information from the CDC, University of Missouri Extension and Show-Me Hope Missouri.

Coronavirus Covid-19 Flyer - What you should know (SPANISH)

Coronavirus Covid-19 Flyer, Vol 2 - More of what you should know (SPANISH)

DIY Face Coverings - Face coverings help prevent spread of virus (SPANISH)

Wash Your Hands - Washing hands prevents the spread of germs (SPANISH)

Flu vs Allergies - What's the difference? (SPANISH)

What To Do If You Get Covid-19? - What to do if you have the virus (SPANISH)