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
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.
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
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
COVID-19: Important Information for Schools and Early Childhood Centers
https://www.louisianabelieves.com/resources/covid-19
Use FamilyWize to save on regular prescriptions.
Louisiana Department of Education Website
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
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.
For Small Businesses/Entrepreneurs
Education Resources
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 .
Food Resources
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
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