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COVID-19 Resources

Resource Information on the Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
From Massachusett's Department of Public Health--get the facts, stay abreast of policies in Massachusetts, and stay up to date with cases in MA
CDC: Coronavirus
Provides information on symptoms and guidelines for care and prevention
Boston Public Health Commission
Get updates from the Boston Public Health Commission on the situation in Boston
Check Your Symptoms for COVID-19 Online
"Massachusetts has launched a new resource that residents can use to assess symptoms and find the right care"--from website.
Reopening Massachusetts
Find information about the reopening phases

RESOURCES DURING COVID-19
Guide from the Attorney General's office that features information and resources on employee rights, domestic/sexual assault , health care and insurance, small businesses, and more
COVID-19: Hunger & Food Resources for Households (Project Bread)
Includes information on school meal sites across the state and provides the hotline information
Rental Relief Fund
Offered through Boston, this fund assists individuals who do not have unemployment benefits or have significantly lost income with rent payments. Go to the link to look at the requirements and fill out the form.

The CARES Act and other federal benefits have expired. Please visit the Department of Unemployment Assistance to file for unemployment.

Mental Health & COVID-19
Mental Health America's list of resources for those experiencing mental health challenges during the pandemic.
COVID-19 Pandemic Response Resources
Fact sheets and other resources to support the health and well-being of communities impacted by COVID-19, from the Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress.
Family Resources During COVID
Resources available to families under stress during this uncertain time.
Resources for Military Families
COVID support resources for military families, from the Center for Deployment Psychology.
Coping With Stress
Resources from the CDC on managing stress and mental health with COVID
Mass General Guide to Mental Health Resources
Find general mental health resources as well as for those with specific conditions, families, and healthcare providers

Greater Good In Action
Science-based practices to help you with stress, mindfulness, and self-compassion.
Headspace
This meditation app has put together resources for those affected by the crisis. There is specifically one for healthcare providers!
Headspace Through the BPL
After registering for your own account, get a BPL license to experience the guided meditation services. Licenses expire on the 1st of every calendar month, but you can return and renew it.
Calm: Free Resources
Free meditations provided by the meditation app Calm.

Planet Fitness Facebook Live Workouts
Check out their previous live videos for workouts! New workouts are not currently being added.
305 Fitness
Free dance cardio classes.
Best Free Online Yoga
Six options for high-quality, free yoga.

CDC: Long COVID or Post COVID Conditions
CDC page provides information on long COVID and provides tips on caring for long COVID patients, talking to providers, and more
Body Politic Resources
Information about self-management, employment and disability, support groups, and more for Long COVID patients
Services and Supports for Longer-Term Impacts of COVID-19: Quickstart Guide
Quick guide on support resources for people with long COVID.