Coronavirus Resources for Families
Even though these may feel like trying times for you and your family, this is a special opportunity for you to strengthen you relationships and learn more about each other. These are only a few of the resources that are available to support you. We hope you find something helpful, something encouraging, and something fun!
General
| Site | Resources Available |
| Augusta University Health | Free virtual COVID-19 screening |
| Centers for Disease Control COVID-19 Resource Page | Symptoms; protecting yourself; daily life; coping; and more! |
| Zero to Three Tips for Families | A great catch-all resource site for parents! |
| Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Resources for Families | Another resource-rich site covering creative activities, behavior management, health, self-care and much more! |
Talking With Children And Supporting Social-Emotional Health
| Site | Resources Available |
| Free Your Feels | Mental health awareness campaign encouraging Georgia’s children, teens, and young adults to explore their real feelings and share them fearlessly. |
| Spokane Regional Health District 1-2-3 CARE A Trauma-Sensitive Toolkit for Caregivers of Children | Topics include brain development, stress, resilience, attachment, emotional regulation and more! Many practical ideas included! |
| University of Rochester Medical Center A Toolkit for Helping Your Child Wear a Mask During COVID-19 | Tips including choosing masks, preparing children for wearing masks, and supporting children throughout the process. |
| Learning with Millie and Suzie by Samantha Harris and Devon Scott | Free downloadable picture book for children |
| Talking with Your Children About COVID-19 | Talking points from Georgia SEEDS for Success |
| NPR Just For Kids | A comic exploring the new coronavirus |
| PBS How to Talk with Your Kids About Coronavirus | English and Spanish versions of the article available |
| Sesame Street | Talking to children about coronavirus |
| UCSF Trauma Center, Mary Wise Helper Hero Guide | Guidance for Parents who are Essential Workers; Discussion Guide; Activities for Children |
| Tallahassee Democrat | Article about responding to child stress about coronavirus |
| Piplo Productions | Stories; feelings chart; parent guide; also in Spanish |
| Child Mind Institute, Dr. Jamie Howard | Video covering how to talk with your child about coronavirus. |
| BrainPop | Video; lessons; activities for school-age children |
Supporting Learning at Home
| Site | Resources Available |
| Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Toddler Time at Home | Learning themes; activities; and instructions |
| Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Pre-K at Home | Themes; activities; virtual field trips; screen-free time; outside activities; and more! |
| Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning School-Age at Home | Links; games; activities; resources; and more! |
| Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards | Strategies, tips and activities to support learning across all domains at home |
| Cox Campus | Tips and techniques for supporting literacy and language development everyday |
| National Center for Families Learning | A clearinghouse of amazing resources for families including Wonderopolis, Cultivating Readers, 30 Days of Families Learning Together, and more! Many resources are in English and Spanish. |
| The Spanish Experiment | Familiar stories read in Spanish. |
Focusing on Family Fun
| Site | Resources Available |
| Forbes | 101+ Ideas to Keep Your Kids Busy During Coronavirus Closures |
| Kids Out and About | 250+ Creative Ways to Keep Your Family Sane During the COVID-19 Crisis |
| Atlanta Parent Family-Friendly Streaming Shows and Movies | Updated monthly |
| USA Today Recommended Books for Kids | 50+ suggestions for babies through teenagers |
| Georgia Public Library Service | Scroll down to find out what services your county library might be offering. |
Scratching that Creative Itch
| Site | Resources Available |
| Homeschool Hideout Art Lesson Ideas | Links to recommended YouTube art lessons. |
| AFAR | Virtual art museum tours, concerts and online art lessons. |
| Debbie Allen Dance Lessons Livestream | FAME! For adults and kids! Remember, remember, remember…. |
Healthy Habits
| Site | Resources Available |
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | Handwashing: A Family Activity |
| Big Green at Home Little Green Chefs | A virtual learning program that focuses on a new ingredient each week and how to grow, harvest, store and cook it. |
| U.S. Food & Drug Administration | Updates on Hand Sanitizers with Methanol |
| National Center for Families Learning Healthy Family Habits | Menu planning; establishing good routines; teamwork; and more! |
| Active for Life | Articles; activities; lesson plans; resources for healthy living |
| Children’s Hospital of Georgia | 10 Fun At-Home Workouts for Kids |
| Very Well Family | All things healthy families – from pregnancy to ages and stages to parenting and much more! |
Financial Resources
| Site | Resources Available |
| Statewide Emergency Feeding Locations | Sites – by county, days of the week and end date |
| Golden Harvest Food Bank | Site that allows you to enter a zip code or address to find food assistance sites near you. |
| Georgia Child and Parent Services (CAPS) | Eligibility requirements; applications; FAQ’s; and more! |
| Supporting Onsite Learning for Virtual Education Program (SOLVE) | Provides scholarships for families with students enrolled in a Georgia public school system offering only a virtual learning model. |
| Georgia Department of Labor COVID-19 Information | Details on Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation Program and how to apply |
| Consumer Reports Car Insurance Rebates | Find out what coronavirus-related rebates might be available from your car insurance provider. |
| Consumer Reports Help for Paying Bills | Article (with links) that covers information about rent, mortgages, student loans, utilities, credit counseling and more! |
| 2-1-1 United Way of Greater Atlanta | Available COVID-19 (coronavirus) resources, information, announcements and more. |
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Renters Eviction Assistance | Details a new federal eviction ban in place for renters hurt by job loss during the coronavirus pandemic. |
| IRS Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments | Details and updates on coronavirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments for taxpayers, businesses, tax-exempt organizations and others affected by coronavirus (COVID-19). |