COVID-19/ Coronavirus Updates

About the covid vaccine

We inform. You act.

The Urban League of Louisiana is committed to keeping our communities informed and providing trusted resources regarding the Covid-19 Vaccine.

As the Chief Medical Officer for your household, we understand how vital it is for you to know all the facts and information that will help you make the best decisions regarding your family. We are here to help!

 

CONTACT TRACING & yOU

What is contact tracing?

Contact Tracing is the process of identifying all people that a COVID-19 patient has come in contact with in the last two weeks. (Source – World Health Organization)

During the pandemic, public health workers, or contact tracers, follow up with and interview people who have COVID-19 and their contacts. Contact tracing slows the spread of COVID-19.

 

 TELE-TOWN HALL ARCHIVES

WATCH OUR MOST RECENT TELE-TOWN HALL

TRUSTED Resources

General Health Guidelines & Information

FEMA has create a rumor control site to combat active misinformation campaigns being conducted with regards to COVID-19.
This site provides both accurate and current information surrounding myths and rumors.

FREE TESTING INFORMATION

CDC Website

Louisiana Department of Health COVID-19 Dashboard

Stay at Home Guidelines and FAQs

The Mayor’s Office and the City’s Department of Health partnered to launch SewDat, a centralized website for resources and donations for cloth face coverings.

For Parents/Families

Khan Academy Khan Academy is a great online learning website for students of all ages. The site offers short video lessons on thousands of topics, and their programs are personalized to allow children to learn at their own pace.

COVID-19 Child Care for Essential Workers
If you work in the critical infrastructure and are in need of Emergency Subsidized Childcare Assistance, please visit this link for additional details, an application and centers open near you.


National Association of School Psychologists

Louisiana Believes
Child Care Centers/Providers: Information and Resources

COVID-19: Important Information for Schools and Early Childhood Centers


Louisiana Department of Education Website

NOLA Public School Updates

Total Community Action, Inc Updates

To review the first round placement results for K-12 OneApp, vist OneApp or call 877-343-4773 or email oneapp@nolapublicschools.com. Families are still encouraged to apply to schools for the 2020-2021 school year via OneApp at EnrollNOLA.org

SNAP INFO: The Department of Children & Family Services currently does not have emergency or disaster SNAP (DSNAP). However, if you are in need of food and do not have SNAP you are encouraged to apply for benefits at the Department of Children & Family Services

WYES-LPB stay at home Education Resources

For Job Seekers

JOIN the Urban League of Louisiana FOR A VIRTUAL JOB FAIR! Sign up HERE!

Apply for Urban League Job Seeker Services

CURRENT Job Openings 

Louisiana Response to COVID-19
Has COVID-19 impacted your employment?
Review available assistance at Information for Workers in Louisiana.

You can file a claim at www.louisianaworks.net/hire or contact the Claim Center at 866-783-5567. Claim Center hours 8 a.m.- 7 p.m.

Education Resources

Khan Academy Khan Academy is a great online learning website for students of all ages. The site offers short video lessons on thousands of topics, and their programs are personalized to allow children to learn at their own pace.
 

Ed Navigator
Get tips on making the most of each day while schools are closed.

WYES-LPB stay at home Education Resources

Strong Start 2020 Planning Guide for Early Childhood from Louisiana Department of Education .

Housing and Legal Resources


New Orleans Housing and Legal Resources 

Southeast Louisiana Legal Services: Southeast Louisiana Legal Services provides free, civil legal aid to low-income people, including legal assistance for landlord-tenant issues and more. Visit slls.org or call 504-529-1000 for more information.

The Finance Authority of New Orleans (FANO)  is offering a Community Support Fund (CSF) in response to COVID-19. These funds will help Orleans Parish residents who qualify with rent or utility assistance in the wake of the pandemic. To apply for FANO’s CSF assistance, residents should call (504) 524-5533, (504) 354-0904, or email: csf@financeauthority.org. Applicants will be pre-screened to determine basic eligibility and will receive notice of the documentation needed to qualify for the program.

Mental Health Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Dial 211 or text the keyword LACOVID to 504-898-211 to get help with specific questions regarding COVID-19 or access mental health support. 211’s 24/7 phone, text, and chatlines are a safe space for anyone who is going through a hard time, having thoughts about suicide, or just needs to talk.

 

Pandemic Pivot Email Archives - through Phase 1

Week of May 11 -15- CLICK TO READ

IN THIS ISSUE:

  • ULLA MASKS UP! Help stop the spread of COVID-19!
  • CENSUS TOOLS for the FAITH COMMUNITY!
  • VIRTUAL JOB FAIR on May 22! Register NOW!
  • SMALL BUSINESS SURVEY – Let us know how we can help!
  • PARENTS, how is your “new education norm” working? TAKE A SHORT SURVEY and tell us!

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Week of  May 4 – 8- CLICK TO READ
IN THIS ISSUE:

  • WATCH NOW! From Disparity to Parity TELE-TOWN HALL SERIES
  • SMALL BUSINESS SURVEY – Let us know how we can help!
  • Parents, we want to hear from you – TAKE A SHORT SURVEY!

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Week of April 27 May 1- CLICK TO READ
IN THIS ISSUE:

  • From Disparity to Parity TELE-TOWN HALL SERIES
  • Parents, we want to hear from you – TAKE A SHORT SURVEY!

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Week of April 20 – 24 – CLICK TO READ
IN THIS ISSUE:

  • Connect to work at the next Urban League of Louisiana VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
  • Sign up for our upcoming TELE-TOWN HALL SERIES
  • If you haven’t already – COMPLETE YOUR 2020 CENSUS

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Week of April 13 – 17 – CLICK TO READ
IN THIS ISSUE:

  • WATCH NOW! NO, WE’RE NOT IMMUNE: The Impact of Coronavirus on African-American Whole Health in Louisiana Tele-Town Hall
  • SMALL BUSINESS recovery resources
  • WATCH NOW! HCBU 2020 Census Challenge Tele-Town Hall
  • VIRTUAL JOB FAIRS: Register now!

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Week of April 6 – 10 – CLICK TO READ
IN THIS ISSUE:

  • SMALL BUSINESS recovery resources
  • Connect to work at the next Urban League of Louisiana VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
  • Urban League’s HBCU 2020 Census Challenge
  • Keeping PARENTS Connected During COVID-19

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Week of March 30 – April 3 – CLICK TO READ
IN THIS ISSUE:

  • Connect to work NOW at Urban League of Louisiana’s VIRTUAL JOB FAIR
  • Be a part of the CENSUS MOVEMENT
  • SMALL BUSINESSES connect with SBA EXPERTS