Coronavirus Pandemic / COVID-19
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
COVID-19 is a viral respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus that has not been found in people before. The World Health Organization has created this short video to explain COVID-19. The best way to keep COVID-19 out of our community and avoid respiratory infections is to practice good hygiene:
- Wash your hands regularly for at least 20 seconds using soap and hot water. Be sure to also wash your fingertips
- Cover your coughs and sneezes. Avoid coughing or sneezing into your hands or into the air. Try to cough or sneeze into a tissue and then throw the tissue away. If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your arm.
- Avoid touching your face, particularly the eyes, mouth and nose.
- Stay home if you aren’t feeling well.
For more information on COVID-19 is at the bottom of this page. Resources and supports during the pandemic are provided below.
Community Resources during COVID-19 Pandemic
Search for MN Locations providing Covid-19 Testing
mn.gov/covid19/for-minnesotans/if-sick/testing-locations/
Information if you are sick
Signs of Covid-19, should you get tested, testing locations, test results and FAQs.
Former Bloomington DMV Site: 9930 Logan Ave S, Bloomington 55431
11-6pm Mon-Fri Appointments
*Be prepared for Walk-in Appointment availability to change as appointment demands increase
FREE AT-HOME COVID TESTS
Residential households in the U.S. can order 3 sets of 4 free at-home tests from USPS.com. Here’s what you need to know about your order:
- Limit of 3 order per residential address
- One order includes 4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests
- Orders will ship free
https://special.usps.com/testkits
CDC Quarantine & Isolation Calculator
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/quarantine-isolation.html
Vaccines are now available for everyone ages 5* and older: Make an appointment (including booster shots) with a link below
Text your Zip Code to 438829 for vaccine locations near you!
MN Vaccine Connector or call 833-431-2053
Community Vaccination Clinics (Mall of America,- Pzfier; MSP Airport Terminals 1 & 2 – J&J)
Hennepin County Vaccine Clinic (Pzfier – $50 incentive until funds exhausted)
*Children 5-11 years old are now eligible for Pzfier shots. Pediatricians, Pharmacies and Community Clinics will provide shots to the age group starting as early at Nov 4, 2021. Contact your child’s regular health care provider or use one of the links above to make an appointment at your pharmacy or community clinic. For more information on VaxforKids visit: https://mn.gov/covid19/vaccine/vaxforkids/
BOOSTER SHOTS (Info taken from MDE)
- To Get a Booster Shot, make an appointment with a link above
Hmoob: Tiv tauj koj koob tshuaj tiv thaiv COVID-19.
Somali: Ku xidhnow tallaalkaaga COVID-19.
MDH COVID-19 Vaccine Main Webpage
health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/vaccine/index.html
TPT | NOW and five cultural media partners, the MN Department of Health and Wellshare International are producing five culturally specific “top questions/answers” and 30-minute broadcast programs: COVID-19 Vaccines and Your Community: What You Need to Know
Funded by BCBS of MN, each broadcast features cultural media broadcasters interviewing medical & community leaders discussing the COVID-19 vaccine efforts & resources addressing specific needs of African American, Hmong, Indigenous, Latinx & Somali residents in MN.
Financial Support for Businesses
This program provides direct payments to eligible businesses required to temporarily close or reduce services in November under Executive Order 20-99 https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/covid-19-business-relief-payments
Edina Chamber of Commerce
https://www.edinachamber.com/covid-19-info-and-resources-for-businesses
Information for businesses regarding covid-19
Small Business Association: Small Business Guidance and Loan Resources
https://www.sba.gov/page/coronavirus-covid-19-small-business-guidance-loan-resources
Paycheck Protection Program, Economic Injury Disaster Loans and Loan Advance, SBA Debt Relief
MN System Screener
A free digital tool to help your organization monitor and promote good health and a safe work environment among your employees, customers, and visitors. Additional information about the screener: minnesotasafetycouncil.org/COVID19.cfm
State of MN- Child Care Resource Page
mn.gov/mmb/childcare/families/
Search for available providers (In-home and center-based). Filter by county/city to get a list of providers with preferred contact method. Call Parent Aware if you need help by phone.
Parent Aware MN
1-888-291-9811 (8am-4pm)
www.parentaware.org/#/
Child Care Provider availability and program ratings.
Hennepin County Child Care Assistance Program
612-348-5937
www.hennepin.us/residents/human-services/child-care-assistance
Financial Assistance is available for qualifying families to help meet their child care needs. Start by calling Hennepin County, 612-348-5937. Based on your answers to a few questions, Hennepin County will: Mail a child care application packet, or Add your name to a waiting list (PDF) (if funds are not available), or Tell you why you are not eligible at this time.
Federal Student Aid
studentaid.gov/announcements-events/coronavirus
Coronavirus and Forbearance Info for Students, Borrowers, and Parents.
National Association for College Admission Counseling
www.nacacnet.org/news–publications/newsroom/college-admission-status-coronavirus/
NACAC is providing this online tool as a central resource for information about changes in college admission events, deposit dates, and more as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
Edina High School Counseling and Advising
edinaschools.org/ehscounseling
Information for students at Edina High School regarding the college process for all graduating classes during distance learning.
Day One the Call to Safety
Crisis Line 1-866.233.1111
dayoneservices.org/
[email protected]
MN Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Trafficking. Support available 24/7. Call, text or chat online.
MN Crime Victim Support Line
1-866-385-2699
text: 612-399-9977
dayoneservices.org/victim-of-crime/
Support available 24/7. Call or Text or chat online. Translators available.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
TTY 1-800-787-3224
thehotline.org/help/
Expert advocates are available 24/7 to talk confidentially with anyone in the United States who is experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.
Khan Academy
Non-profit organization with free educational resources for kids ages 4-18.
Scholastic – Learn At Home
classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html
Free resource with 20 days of learning for PreK-Grade 6+
E-learning for Kids
www.e-learningforkids.org/
Free online lesson primarily for PreK-6th grade
Edina Community Education
www.edinaschools.org/Page/5786
Online programming options for youth
Edina Public Schools – Distance Learning
https://www.edinaschools.org/Page/5787
Twin Cities PBS
tpt.org
Educational resources broken down by age PreK-12. Plus free pbskids.org and resources for parents.
ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
caphennepin.org/services/energy-assistance/
Hennepin County residents will apply with Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County.
The Energy Assistance Program can help you pay energy costs– such as a heating bill– between Oct 1 and May 30 each year. If you qualify, you could receive a grant to cover some of your energy expenses. This grant is paid directly to your energy provider, to reduce your energy bill.
Eligibility for Energy Assistance is calculated by looking at gross income (your income before taxes and other deductions). See the new updates for the income amounts.
HENNEPIN COUNTY
Helpline- 612-348-3000 For those impacted by Covid-19. Get help with clothing, financial assistance, groceries, medical care and equipment, and medication. Call 8am-4:30pm 7 days a week.
To apply for Cash assistance, SNAP (Food support), Housing Support, Child Care Assistance, apply online at apply online www.mnbenefits.org/ or call 612-596-1300 for assistance.
Child Care Assistance- Call 612-348-5937 before applying to determine if you are eligible.
Health Care Assistance- apply and shop online for healthcare coverage by visiting MNsure.org or by calling 1-855-3-MNsure. Computers for MNSure applications are also available at Hennepin County Human Service office locations.
MINNESTOA HOMEOWNERS
HOME HELP MN applications are open May 17- June 17, 2022 for MN homeowner behind on their mortgage payment or other qualifying payment due to a financial hardship after January 2020.
homehelpmn.org/
1-800-388-3226
Renters in Bloomington, Edina, Richfield and S Minneapolis (zip codes 55410, 55417 and 55419)
Apply for rental assistance with VEAP at https://veap.org/financial-assistance/
Modest Needs
Modest Needs provides Self-Sufficiency Grants in an effort to assist individuals and families who, because they are working and live just above the poverty level, are ineligible for most types of conventional social assistance but who, all the same, are living one or two lost paychecks away from the kind of financial catastrophe that eventually leads to homelessness
UTILITIES
Xcel Energy will waive late fees and stop service disconnections if they are because of a COVID-19 hardship. Call 1-800-895-4999 for more information.
CenterPoint Energy will waive late fees and stop service disconnections if they are because of a COVID-19 hardship. Call 1-800-245-2377 for more information.
VETERANS
mn.gov/mdva/blog/?id=1066-425565
Minnesota State Legislature voted to fund a special appropriation to assist Veterans who may be financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Disaster Relief and Special Needs Grants are available online for Veterans.
P-EBT
https://mn.gov/dhs/p-ebt/faqs/
Students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals may be eligible for P-EBT to purchase food for days they are not at school. To be considered, families must submit an application for free or reduced-price meals for the 2020-21 school year or be approved for MFIP or SNAP. For more information about Pandemic-EBT or applying for free or reduced-price meals, the Minnesota Food HelpLine can help! Give us a call at 888-711-1151.
VEAP
9600 Aldrich Ave S, Bloomington MN 55420
952.888.9616
veap.org
Serves residents of Bloomington, Richfield, Edina and a portion of S Minneapolis (West of Cedar Ave & South of 50th Street)
Food Pantry– monthly visits for fresh produce, frozen meats, shelf-stable items, household goods and more. Additional visits may be available. Call for an appointment. Drive-thru Model will be used. Appointments required. Delivery available for eligible persons. Donations accepted.
Mobile Pantry– come to any location to access fresh produce and other food items. No appointment necessary. Yorktown Continental Apartments every 2nd Thursday from 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
See website for additional times and locations.
Social Workers– available to assist with one-time financial crisis to help with rent/mortgage, utility bills. They can assist with additional food visits and more. Housing specialists are available.
Hunger Solutions
hungersolutions.org/find-help/
Search by location to find the local food pantry, free meal site, farmers market, discount grocery,
SNAP- Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
612-596-1300
hennepin.us/residents/human-services/food-assistance
Call for an application to be mailed to your home OR complete the form online at ApplyMN. There is a combined from to help you apply for SNAP, healthcare, cash assistance and child care.
FARE FOR ALL
763-450-3880
fareforall.org/
No appointment needed. Show up to any FARE FOR ALL event and buy the food packs of your choosing. Each month the packs will change. Packs are $10-$25 depending on what you choose. Locations rotate around the metro area. Verify on the website location is open for sales
Edina Meals on Wheels
6345 Xerxes Ave S, Richfield
952-292-2579
Call to set up home delivery for seniors.
Loaves & Fishes Meal Sites (Free Meals To Go)
www.loavesandfishesmn.org/dining-sites/
Woodlake Lutheran Church
Address: 2120 W. 76th Street, Richfield, MN 55423
Meals Served: Saturday & Sunday, 5:30 – 6:30 PM
St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church
Address: 1310 Mainstreet Hopkins, MN 55343
Meals Served: Saturday – Tuesday, 5:30 – 6:30 PM (Social Time at 5 PM)
Special Closings: None known
Hope Presbyterian Church
Address: 7132 Portland Avenue South, Richfield, MN 55423
Meals Served: Monday – Thursday, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Phone: 612-869-7700
Help At Your Door
651-642-1892
helpatyourdoor.org/services/#grocery
Grocery assistance (phone or online) with home delivery and optional items put away. EBT and SNAP accepted. Other Services: Home Support Services, Transportation
Volunteers of America- Senior Nutrition Site
Yorktown Continental Apts
7151 York Ave. S., Edina
(952) 893-1448
www.voamnwi.org/senior-nutrition
Senior Nutrition offers a full, nutritionally balanced, sit-down style lunch with varied menu options, to people age 60 and up Monday-Friday. Diners are asked to contribute $4.00 per lunch, however they may contribute what they can afford. No one is ever denied a meal because of inability to pay.
Metro Mobility- grocery store pick-up
West Zone (Transit Team)
Call 651-602-1100
E-mail [email protected]
metrocouncil.org/News-Events/Transportation/Newsletters/Let-Metro-Mobility-pick-up-your-grocery-order-2020.aspx
Currently approved metro mobility rides can order groceries and metro mobility will pick them up and deliver them to home for no cost.
Grocery Delivery/Store Pickup
Cub Foods – Delivery (No pickup option at Edina location)
Jerry’s Foods – Delivery or Store Pickup
Lunds & Byerlys – Delivery or Store Pickup
Target – Delivery or Store Pickup
Edina Restaurants open for Delivery/Take-out
edinamn.gov/1680/Restaurants
Interactive Map of Restaurants in Edina
Restaurant Delivery Services
MN SURE -Special Enrollment Period/ Open Enrollment Nov 1-Dec 22
Someone who loses their health insurance may qualify for the Special Enrollment Period (SEP) with MNSure. You have 60 days from the loss of insurance coverage to apply. Go online to learn more and complete the application. Open Enrollment is available Nov 1-Dec 22 for health insurance to begin Jan 1, 2022.
PORTICO HEALTH
651-489-2273
porticohealthnet.org/
All in-person appointments suspended. Phone appointments are available to help with MNSure signup and health systems navigation.
Call your provider to find out their procedures during the Coronavirus.
MN Department of Health
Information on the situation update, prepare & prevention, symptoms, when to stay home, seek treatment, guidance for businesses, schools and more. Testing Locations for Covid-19
COVID-19 Health Hotline: 651-201-3920
Community Clinics:
Serving underinsured and uninsured community members.
Community-University Health Care Center -CUHCC
612-301-3433
cuhcc.umn.edu/
NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center
612-543-2500
northpointhealth.org/coronavirus-updates
As of 3/23- reduced hours and service modifications.
St Mary’s Health Clinic
651-287-7700
stmaryshealthclinics.org/covid19-update
St Mary’s clinic offer free health care for those without insurance. Services are now reduced and clinic hours/days have been limited. See the website for specifics.
RentHelpMN.org Opened in May 2021
Phase 1: Now open for those who have Past rent Due and/or Past Utilities Due plus assistance for future rent due
Phase 2: Rent assistance for future payments and help for those eligible in Phase 1
Housing Discrimination & Eviction Protection
HOME LINE
Free Tenant Hotline: 612-728-5767
Call For FREE Legal Help Llame para información legal GRATUITA Wac si aad u hesho caawin lacag la’aan ah xaga sharciyada
Providing legal, organizing, educational & advocacy services so Minnesota tenants can solve their rental housing problems.
homelinemn.org/
Se habla español. Mándenos un email
MN Homeownership Center
651-659-9336
hocmn.org/covid-19-information-and-resources/
Homeownership Advisors offer nonbiased advice tailored to your unique financial situation and help determine eligibility for down payment assistance and special loans. The Covid-19 Resource page offers information on what homeowners need to know, and do and during the pandemic.
HENNEPIN COUNTY
Emergency Program 1-844-803-8466
Residents in a financial crisis that poses a direct threat to their physical health or safety, the county may be able to help by providing short-term aid.
RENTERS’ RIGHTS
Information available in: English Hmong / Hmoob Somali / Soomaali Spanish / Español
VEAP- Housing Support for Renters
952-888-9616
Para asistencia en español: 952-955-8335 (new number!!)
No Phone: [email protected]
veap.org
Serving residents of Bloomington, Edina, Richfield and S. Minneapolis (south of 50th St & West of Cedar Ave).
Call the VEAP Social Services line at (952) 888-9616 x 133 to complete an assessment over the phone. Social Services staff will determine eligibility for financial services and make a plan to help resolve or minimize the situation. Your phone call will be returned when social service staff is able, please be patient as we experience a higher number of calls than normal. To preview some of the eligibility requirements for income limits and rental limits, click here. Assistance is NOT first-come, first-served. If you can pay your rent, wait to call until you are unable to pay.
HOMEOWNERS
If you are a homeowner worried about your ability to pay your mortgage, reach out to your loan service provider as soon as possible, ask for the loss mitigation department, and discuss your options. You can find the number to call on your mortgage bill.
Several federal agencies, including the Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Federal Housing Finance Agency, which regulates mortgage owners Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, have recently announced a temporary moratorium on foreclosures during the crisis to help people stay in their homes.
NEW July 2, 2020 -Mortgage Relief Options for Minnesotan Home Owners
Mortgage relief options to customers facing financial hardship caused by COVID-19 for homeowners not covered by the CARES Act.
https://www.ag.state.mn.us/Office/Communications/2020/07/CovidMortgageReliefOptions.asp
Resources no longer available:
Minneapolis has a few different housing funds to help households impacted by Covid-19 as part of their gap funding.
Housing Applications accepted: 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 22 through Noon Monday, April 27, 2020
- Emergency Rental Assistance for Suburban Hennepin County Residents- deadline passed (Dec 7/ March 19)
hennepin.us/residents/human-services/emergency-rental-covid19
This online application will connect you with the Human Service Providers in your city. This funding is for renters who have had a loss of income due to Covid-19. If you are on Section-8 or receive ongoing rental assistance you are not eligible. A full assessment is required and no funding is guaranteed. If you live in Edina, Bloomington or Richfield and have already applied to VEAP for Rental Assistance, do not apply again.
- MN COVID-19 HOUSING ASSISTANCE PRE-APPLICATION– Closed on Dec 7th
housinghelpmn.org/
651-291-0211
Text: MNRENT or MNHOME to 898-211
Complete the online form to be reviewed for eligibility. You may be contacted for additional information before receiving final approval or denial. Approvals are subject to funding availability. Update: Applications Closed Dec 7th. To check your status, use the link above to log-in.
Emergency Broadband Benefit Program
The Emergency Broadband Benefit is a temporary FCC program to help households struggling to afford internet service during the pandemic. Receive up to $50/month discount for Broadband Service and/or a one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet purchased through a participating provider. Qualifying households on Tribal lands can receive a discount of up to $75 per month for service.
Eligibility:
A household is eligible if one member of the household has any of the following:
• Has an income that is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guide lines or participates in certain government assistance programs;
• Receives benefits under the free and reduced-price school lunch or breakfast program;
• Received a Federal Pell Grant during the current award year;
• Experienced a substantial loss of income due to job loss or furlough since February 29, 2020; [household had a total income in 2020 at or below $99,000 for single filers and $198,000 for joint filers]
OR
• Meets the eligibility criteria for a participating broadband provider’s existing low-income or COVID-19 program*.
3 Ways to Apply:
- Contact your preferred participating provider directly to learn about their application process. *Comcast Internet Essential Customers
- Go to GetEmergencyBroadband.org and apply online and to find participating providers near you.
- Complete a mail-in application and send it along with proof of eligibility to: Emergency Broadband Support Center P.O. Box 7081 London, KY 40742
Questions: www.getemergencybroadband.org or call the toll free number 833-511-0311 specifically for information about the application.
Internet Access
Edina Residents
Eligible Edina Residents may get internet costs covered through Dec 2022.
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/arpa-free-internet
Comcast
www.internetessentials.com/
Comcast Internet Essentials is available to eligible household for $9.95/mo. If you apply for GetEmergencyBroadband, your bill could be covered
www.centurylink.com/aboutus/community/community-development/lifeline.html
CenturyLink offers Lifeline, a low-cost internet service, to individuals who qualify.
Earthlink
inmycity.earthlink.com/?dclid=CMGrxMe92O0CFTddwQodeFEOnw
U.S. Internet (usi)
Xfinity
wifi.xfinity.com/default.php
Xfinity WiFi Public Hotspots are now open to everyone on the “xfinitywifi” SSID.
Minneapolis Wifi
minneapolismn.gov/wireless/index.htm
USI opened their WiFi network in Minneapolis for those that may need temporary internet access during Covid-19.
- Look for the “City of Minneapolis Public WiFi” or “USI Wireless” networks on your mobile device and you will be connected.
- You must be within 50 feet of the hotspot to work. Search the map here
Mobile Phone Hotspots
Many mobile providers are modifying their data use plans and offering hotspots during COVID-19. Please check your carrier for details.
AT&T
Boost Mobile/Virgin Mobile
Consumer Wireless
Cricket
T-Mobile
Sprint
Verizon
How to set-up a Hotspot
Iphone/Ipad
Android device
Computers
PCS for People
651-354-2552
[email protected]
pcsrefurbished.com/sales/salesHome.aspx
Purchase a restored laptop or desktop computer. Limited hours Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm.
In Demand Jobs – hiring now during Covid-19
mn.gov/deed/newscenter/covid/workers/hiring/
Hennepin County Employment Services
Virtual Job Fairs, Employment Resources (education, veterans, youth, criminal history). This is to help any county resident in their job search. This in not focused on jobs within Hennepin County.
https://www.hennepin.us/employmentservices
If you’re looking for work, help is available. You may be eligible for a Career Kit with free career search materials (career search book, flash drive, notepad, pen, string bag & more). Hennepin residents: Call 763-279-4400
HOME LINE
Free Tenant Hotline: 612-728-5767
Call For FREE Legal Help Llame para información legal GRATUITA Wac si aad u hesho caawin lacag la’aan ah xaga sharciyada
Providing legal, organizing, educational & advocacy services so Minnesota tenants can solve their rental housing problems.
homelinemn.org/
Se habla español. Mándenos un email
Law Help MN
lawhelpmn.org/self-help-library/covid-19-other-planning-ahead-topics/coronavirus-covid-19
English Español Hmoob Somali
Information & FAQs on Legal Rights, Renters’ Rights, Unemployment Changes Expedited Food Support (SNAP) and more during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Legal Aid is still available.
Legal Aid MN
612-334-5970 Intake Line
lawhelpmn.org/providers-and-clinics
Free civil legal assistance to low income people in a variety of law areas including: Evictions and landlord abuse, foreclosure rights, public and Section 8 housing, housing discrimination, denial of public benefits, divorce, child custody and support, domestic abuse, disability, debt collection and unfair loans, immigration, youth- and elder-related issues. Call the Intake Line (walk-in service not available at this time). You can also search for providers on the website above.
MN Homeownership Center
651-659-9336
hocmn.org/covid-19-information-and-resources/
Homeownership Advisors offer nonbiased advice tailored to your unique financial situation and help determine eligibility for down payment assistance and special loans. The Covid-19 Resource page offers information on what homeowners need to know, and do and during the pandemic.
MN Legal Advice
Low-income Minnesotan’s 14 years and up can help with their legal questions online. The service is free and confidential. You will receive advice from a qualified lawyer.
Public Charge
1-800-292-4150
lawhelpmn.org/self-help-library/fact-sheet/what-public-charge
‘Public charge’ is a test for immigrants coming to the US, and for some immigrants in the US, who are applying for a green card for the first time. It is a test to see if they will need public benefits in the future. New changes to the rules make the test harder. Remember: Public charge does not apply to all immigrants. It does not apply to LPRs (green card holders) in the US or LPRs applying for US citizenship. It does not apply to refugees, asylees, U-visa, Tvisa, VAWA and others. Find out if public charge applies to you before you act! The ‘public charge’ rule change is NOT retroactive. And the only benefits that count are those used by
the person applying to adjust their status. Contact Legal Aid or Law Help MN for more information and assistance. Unemployment benefits do not count for ‘public charge.’
Volunteer Lawyers Network
612-752-6677 Intake Line (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9am-1pm)
vlnmn.org/
Volunteer Lawyer’s Network serves Minnesotans experiencing poverty with some of the top private lawyers in the state at no cost. VLN intake line is open and serving clients remotely. All walk-in clinics are closed.
Crisis Text Line
text: MN to 741-741 
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255
Hennepin County Mobile Crisis Teams
Children 17 and under
612-348-2233
When a child is experiencing a mental health crisis, the Mobile Crisis Team will go where the child is located to provide a risk assessment, help to de-escalate crisis, develop a plan to keep the child safe at home, and offer resources and referrals. Call 911 if the child or someone else is in immediate physical danger.
Adults 18+
612-596-1223
If you are experiencing as mental health crisis or know someone who is, the Cope mobile crisis teams can come to where you are. The teams respond to anyone in the county who needs an urgent response. If the situation is life-threatening or an immediate response is needed call 911.
NAMI MN National Alliance of Mental Illness- Minnesota
Dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with mental illnesses and their families. Offering online support groups for families, parents, adults,young adults and more.
Manage Anxiety
Alliana Health has information on helping with anxiety during this period of social isolation
- Change to Chill
- How to manage your anxiety
- Manage your anxiety by changing your thinking
- Relaxation and mindfulness resources
Tips on Emotional Well-Being During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Hennepin County Sheriff
Zero to Three
Parenting experts offer tips for families, including age-appropriate responses to common questions, a guide to self-care, and activities for young children experiencing social distancing.
Activities at Home
Minnesota Communities Caring for Children
MCCC- invites you to join us in a daily, 30-minute, family-friendly practice of Resilience, Monday-Friday at 12:30 p.m. on Zoom.
Each day we will practice some tool for calming our nervous system and integrating all the parts of our brain so we can be at our best in the challenges that we face. We will gather in community, share strengths from many cultures, and practice relationship building. No pre-registration required! Just join any day you are available using one of the following methods:
Join using a computer of smart phone by clicking this link and following the instructions: https://zoom.us/j/145915007
Or join by phone only at: +1 312 626 6799 Meeting ID: 145 915 007
One tap mobile: +13126266799,,145915007#
Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health
Providing education and resources to families and youth throughout Minnesota and beyond.
Family Support – Provide free resources, educational opportunities and family coaching services designed to help parents and caregivers support both their children’s mental health as well as their own.
Opportunities for Seniors
Supporting Children’s Mental Health During COVID-19
Resources for Parents during COVID-19 (August update)
This resource document is intended to provide parents with general recommendations for
supporting their children’s mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Links are provided to
additional resources, including mental health services and supports.
Coronavirus Scams- FTC
consumer.ftc.gov/features/coronavirus-scams-what-ftc-doing
Learn what the FTC is doing and how to protect yourself from scams.
FBI Warning
Information on COVID-19 Testing Schemes and COVID-19 Treatment Schemes
ScamTracker Tool: bbb.org/scamtracker
BBB Consumer Tips: bbb.org/coronavirus
BBB Resource Library: bbb.org/minnesota/bbbresourcelibrary
MN Attorney General’s Office: ag.state.mn.usa
FINRA Broker Check: FINRA.org/BrokerCheck
SEC Registration: Investor.gov
Edina Senior Resource Hotline
952-826-0370
Call and leave a message. Calls will be returned in 1-2 business days
Additional Resources:
bettertogetheredina.org/covid-19-resources-for-seniors
Hennepin County Library As Us Service
612-543-5669
Hennepin County Library patrons will be able to reach the library by calling 612-543-KNOW (5669) to receive assistance from a librarian or associate librarian from Minneapolis Central Library. The hours of service are below.
- Monday – Thursday 9 a.m.- 9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Sunday noon-5 p.m.
People can call and ask all kinds of questions. These librarians can access the internet for people without the internet.
Senior Community Services
952-541-1019
seniorcommunity.org
Normandale Center for Healing and Wholeness
952-929-1698
normandalecenter.org/
IRS
www.irs.gov/
For updated information on Tax Day deadline changes. 3/21/20 The IRS has officially extended the Federal tax day deadline to July 15, 2020. There is no need to complete any forms or or call the IRS for this extension. The IRS is continuing to process tax returns and issue refunds.
MN Department of Revenue
revenue.state.mn.us/income-tax-due-dates
Minnesotans are now given extended time to file their Minnesota Individual Income Tax without penalty or payment. The new deadline is July 15, 2020. Tax foms are being process and refunds are being issued at this time.
Free Electronic Filing
revenue.state.mn.us/free-electronic-filing
Prepare + Prosper
prepareandprosper.org/
Tax Clinics and Services are suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus,
Free tax preparation for individuals making $35,00 or less, families with a household income of $55,000 or less or self-employed* (no employees, exclusions apply) making $55,000 or less.
Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County
Tax Program open until May 7
caphennepin.org/what-we-do/tax-information.html
AARP Tax Aide Sites
1-888-227-7669
aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/
Site are suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus
Many transportation providers require riders to wear masks
METRO MOBILITY
metrocouncil.org/About-Us/What-We-Do/COVID-19.aspx
Pick-up Your Grocery Order begins March 22
West Zone (Transit Team)
Call 651-602-1100
E-mail [email protected]
website
Please cancel all non-essential rides.
METRO TRANSIT
metrotransit.org/metro-transit%E2%80%99s-response-to-covid-19-coronavirus
Starting March 25, Reduced service begins. Bus routes and light rail is closed for overnight service (11pm-4am). Riders are asked to use service for essential travel only and maintain social distance (10 people per bus/ 15 per light rail car).
Transit Link -open for essential travel only
651-602-LINK (5465)
[email protected]
metrocouncil.org/transportation/services/transit-link.aspx
UBER
LYFT
UNEMPLOYMENT- (layoffs, reduced hours, unpaid leave of absences)
Minnesota Unemployment Insurance
651-296-3644 (Language assistance available)
www.uimn.org/
Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Update 3/17/20
Information about unemployment benefits for workers affected by COVID-19
Please use the online system to apply for benefits and request payments.
You don’t need to apply today. You can apply ANY DAY this week or even next week and get paid for this week. Call Customer Service Center only if you need help. Due to increased call volume wait times will be longer than usual. Phone assistance with your application is available Fridays 8am-4:30pm
Call if you don’t have a computer or can’t read English to complete the online application. Translators are available.
Impacted workers can apply immediately – the usual waiting period has been waived. If you are sick, quarantined, or home because of an outbreak at your work, you qualify for unemployment regardless if you have actually contracted a communicable disease.
If you stay home due to lack of child care, you qualify for unemployment, but there are some limitations. An applicant must make a reasonable effort to obtain other child care, as well as request time off “or other accommodation” from their employer. If that doesn’t help, then unemployment is an option.
Extension of benefits
If you have exhausted your benefits, you may qualify for the 13-week benefit extension. Follow the step-by-step instructions to apply for PEUC 13-week extension.
If you are healthy and not showing any symptoms of the coronavirus, organizations are seeking volunteers to help keep operations open and serving our community members.
VEAP
952-888-9616
https://veap.org/volunteer/
VEAP serves residents of Bloomington, Richfield, Edina and S. Minneapolis. Over 150 families depend on VEAP each day for food assistance. VEAP is also helping provide food to the Edina students in conjunction with Lunch pickups at Valley View and South View.
Volunteer for a shift in the warehouse to help sort food and fresh produce and stock the local food pantry. Must be 12+. Other 3 month volunteers opportunities may be available.
Donate: MN FoodShare Drive runs March 1-April 12. Donate online ($1.00= food for 6 meals) or bring food items to VEAP.
Meals on Wheels
612-623-3363
meals-on-wheels.com/volunteer/
Volunteer to help delivery meals to seniors during the lunch hour (Mon-Fri).
Donate
City of Edina/Edina Senior Center
bettertogetheredina.org/covid-19-help-others
The city’s Volunteer Edina program and the Edina Senior Center are working to develop a volunteer initiative to help isolated members in our community. Sign up to volunteer.
The Sheridan Story
2723 Patton Road, Roseville, MN 55113
612-568-4003
www.thesheridanstory.org/
Additional food support is being provided to students while school is closed due to the coronavirus. The Sheridan Story is anticipating to provide over 330,000 meals to school children in districts across the state. These are packaged meals for families to prepare at home.
Sign up for immediate shifts available!
Donate: $100 serves 25 children
Loaves and Fishes
612-377-9810
www.loavesandfishesmn.org/volunteer/
Loaves and Fishes is now providing meals to go. Volunteers are needed across the metro to help prepare meals and distribute to community members at a local Loaves and Fishes sites. Go online and select the location and click on Volunteer Sign-up.
Donate: $25 provides 10 meals
Hands on Twin Cities
612-379-4900
www.handsontwincities.org/
Hands on Twin Cities offers a volunteer database with urgent volunteer needs around the metro
United Way Twin Cities
(612) 340-7400
unitedwaytwincities.volunteermatch.org/
Edina Community Foundation- Coronavirus Relief Fund
[email protected]
The Edina Community Foundation has created a Coronavirus Relief Fund to receive donations and give grants to community organizations working to meet the needs of individuals and families in our community who have been especially impacted by the virus.
Edina Meal Fund for Edina Public Schools COVID-19 Response Fund
School districts, including Edina, have put in place daily meal distribution for students in need. But it is not enough. While any student 18 and under is provided breakfast and lunch, district parents tell us overall food insecurity is a growing concern for their entire family, as businesses and organization shut down.
That’s why we have created the MealFund for Edina Public Schools COVID19 Response Fund. Working in partnership with Edina Education Fund, and Edina Give and Go, we have a goal to collect $75,000. We will use these donations to purchase and distribute evening meals, as quickly as possible, to families in need.
You can donate online or text COVID19 to 508-433-386
MN Immigrant Families COVID-19 Fund
The Immigrant Family Fund is a grassroots fundraising effort to collect resources for immigrant families that don’t qualify for any state or federal support AND who because of COVID19 are pushed deeper into the shadows with little or few resources available to meet their immediate needs. Navigate MN and 8 other organizations are organizing this fundraiser.
Learn more and donate on Go Fund Me page.
American Red Cross
1-800-733-2767
redcrossblood.org/
Donate Blood, Platelets
Memorial Blood Center
1-888-GIVE-BLD
mbc.org/
Donate Blood, platelets
Face Masks are needed in our medical community:
Allina Health
Items Needed:
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- Factory-made N95 and ear loop masks
- Hand-sewn ear loop masks. Instructions for hand-sewn masks.
Donate: March 22-April 5 9am-1pm at an Allina Health Clinic below. Be sure you remain in your car and look for the “mask” donation signs.
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- Abbott Northwestern Hospital, 800 E 28th St, Minneapolis, MN
- Abbott Northwestern Hospital – West Health, 2805 Campus Dr, Plymouth, MN
- Buffalo Hospital, 303 Catlin St, Buffalo, MN
- Cambridge Medical Center, 701 S Dellwood St, Cambridge, MN
- District One Hospital, 200 State Ave, Faribault, MN
- Mercy Hospital – Mercy Campus, Coon Rapids, 4050 Coon Rapids Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN
- Mercy Hospital – Unity Campus, Fridley, 550 Osborne Rd, Fridley, MN
- New Ulm Medical Center, 1324 5th St N, New Ulm, MN
- Owatonna Hospital, 2250 NW 26th St, Owatonna, MN
- Regina Medical Center, 1175 Nininger Rd, Hastings, MN
- River Falls Area Hospital, Wisconsin, 1629 E Division St, River Falls, WI
- St. Francis Regional Medical Center, 1455 St. Francis Ave, Shakopee, MN
- United Hospital, 333 Smith Ave N, St. Paul, MN
- Courage Kenny Rehabilitation, Golden Valley, 3915 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Hennepin County
Hennepin county is collecting items for to help responders, in public health, clinics and hospitals. Donations may be dropped off starting March 23 at Southdale Library, HC Department of Corrections, HC Adult Correctional Facility. All items must be new and unopened. Priority items needed include:
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- Protective face wear – N95 or N100 respirators, PAPRs and surgical masks
- Nitrile gloves
- Tyvek Coveralls
- Tyvek Foot covers
- Eye protection (wrap arounds or chemical splash
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
The best way to keep COVID-19 out of our community and avoid respiratory infections is to practice good hygiene:
- Wash your hands regularly for at least 20 seconds using soap and hot water. Be sure to also wash your fingertips
- Cover your coughs and sneezes. Avoid coughing or sneezing into your hands or into the air. Try to cough or sneeze into a tissue and then throw the tissue away. If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your arm.
- Avoid touching your face, particularly the eyes, mouth and nose.
- Stay home if you aren’t feeling well
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Bloomington Public Health
CDC Travel Notices
Center for Disease Control provides Travel Health Notices and offers information on what the CDC is doing.
City of Edina
Information on Coronavirus
City of Edina Covid-19 Resources
• All Playgrounds, bathrooms, drinking fountains
• Braemar Field • Edina City Hall • Edina Senior Center • Edina Art Center • Edina Aquatics Center
Edina Public Schools
Information on the Coronavirus and links to district communications
School Closure Information
Information on the Governor’s school closure and what is happening in Edina Public Schools.
Hennepin County
MN Department of Health
Information on the situation update, prepare & prevention, symptoms, when to stay home, seek treatment, guidance for businesses, schools and more.
COVID-19 Health Hotline: 651-201-3920
Community mitigation (schools, child care, business) questions:
651-297-1304 or 1-800-657-3504
MN Dept of Human Services
Peacetime emergency waivers and modifications to various programs including but not limited to:
Child Care Assistance Program, MFIP, Waivers, Children’s Health Care Assistance, Medical Assistance (MA), MinnesotaCare, Licensing, Foster Care, SNAP
DISCRIMINATION HELPLINE
1-833-454-0148
The Discrimination Helpline allows those who experience or witness bias and discrimination to report incidents to the Minnesota Department of Human Rights. You can call the helpline or report it online here.
Search for MN Locations providing Covid-19 Testing
mn.gov/covid19/for-minnesotans/if-sick/testing-locations/
Information if you are sick
Signs of Covid-19, should you get tested, testing locations, test results and FAQs.
Former Bloomington DMV Site: 9930 Logan Ave S, Bloomington 55431
11-6pm Mon-Fri Appointments/ walk-ins welcome*
*Be prepared for Walk-in Appointment availability to change as appointment demands increase
Public Health officials advise- if you have symptoms, even if they could be allergies, or you are vaccinated get tested. The Delta variant is 2x more contagious than previous variants and easily spread to anyone. If you are exposed to covid, get test 3-5 later or sooner if you develop symptoms.
Travel.State.Gov
OFFICE OF GOVERNOR WALZ & LT. GOVERNOR FLANAGAN
Information from Minnesota’s Administration including Stay Home MN, COVID-19 Response.
Stay Safe MN COVID Restrictions
Poison Control
1-800-222-1222
Poison centers provide poison expertise and treatment advice by phone. All poison centers can be reached by calling the same telephone number, 1-800-222-1222. Poison centers are staffed by pharmacists, physicians, nurses and poison information providers who are toxicology specialists.
If an individual has collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can’t be awakened, call 911 immediately.
