Subject Guides: Coronavirus & Public Libraries Resources: Information for Patrons

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South Carolina Public Libraries by County with Telephone and Website Links
Each county library may have a different reopening schedule. Please check with your local county library either by phone or check their website, for details about reopening schedules, services, and hours of operation.

South Carolina Public Library Closings (Last Updated March 19, 2020)
The South Carolina State Library has been monitoring the outbreak of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 (now pandemic) and is working closely with our partners and event organizers to help manage its impact on our library community statewide.
SC Public Library Websites and Community Resources
Support for Small Businesses
Richland County Public Library put together a list of assistance and resources available for small business owners. Small and local businesses are working through COVID19 with creativity.
WorkSC, Workforce Development Resources
Looking for COVID-19 Employment and Work from Home resources? Here is where to get started
Midlands Education and Business Alliance
With schools currently closed through April 30, educators are busy preparing e-learning lesson plans and activities for their students. MEBA is currently supporting these initiatives through online resources and webinars available on their website.

#COVID19

More images like this with advice for the public are available to download and share from the World Health Organization .

For Older Adults

What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus (AARP)
How the U.S. is preparing for the spread of COVID-19, plus tips to stay healthy
People at Risk for Serious Illness from COVID-19 (CDC)

Coronavirus Basics

Educational & Outreach Materials (COVID-19)
SCDHEC list or outreach resources, including fact sheets, videos, and social media graphics
Coronavirus Resources COVID-19 (Richland Library)
With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) currently impacting the U.S.,Richland Library has compiled a list of resources and information to help you and your family stay informed.
Enfermedad del Coronavirus 2019 (COVID‑19)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Spanish Language informational page from the CDC
Noticias de Coronavirus
The Georgetown County Library System Spanish language video sharing local news about the Coronavirus
Emerging respiratory viruses, including COVID-19: methods for detection, prevention, response and control (World Health Organization)
Self-paced online course
The Coronavirus Outbreak (NY Times)
Hesperian Health Guides
Multilingual Covid-19 resources developed by Hesperian Health Guides are available. A clearly written Coronavirus Fact Sheet now in 13 languages (with more to be released in the next few days).
PASOs COVID-19 Resource List in Spanish
SC PASOs is keeping a working list of resources in Spanish, designed for community partners to use to provide information to their patrons

Mental Health

Mental Health and Coping During COVID-19 (CDC)
Disaster Distress Helpline (Call: 1-800-985-5990)
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
Five Ways to View Coverage of the Coronavirus (APA)
New reports about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, becoming more widespread are making some people anxious. Here are some tips to help you manage your anxiety, put news reports in perspective and maintain a positive outlook.
Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health (SAMHSA)
Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation during an Infectious Disease Outbreak
Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Face of Uncertainty
If you are struggling, here are some things you can do to take care of your mental health in the face of uncertainty from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Coronavirus Anxiety - Helpful Expert Tips and Resources

Children and Youth

Helping Children Cope (Ready.gov)
Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope with the Corronavirus Diease 2019 (NCTSN)
This resource will help parents and caregivers think about how an infectious disease outbreak might affect their family— both physically and emotionally—and what they can do to help their family cope.
Coronavirus Infogrpahic and Game
Free resources for teaching children about the Coronavirus and hygiene.
NPR’s – Just For Kids: A Comic Exploring the New Coronavirus
A comic produced by National Public Radio to help children understand the Coronavirus and how to help prevent the spread of it.
Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource
Talking to Children About COVID-19: A Parent Resource from the National Association of School Psychologists
Resources for K-12 Schools and Childcare Programs from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Coronavirus: A Book for Children
A free information book explaining the coronavirus to children, illustrated by Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler

Area Food Resources

Read Eat Grow
This guide contains resources pertaining to the SC State Library "SC Read Eat Grow" initiative, encouraging nutrition education, health literacy and food-related programming in public libraries.
Harvest Hope (Midlands)
You can find breakfast and lunch for your students provided by your school district by clicking on your county
Lowcountry Food Bank
The LCFB is fully operational and working closely with partner agencies to determine the safest methods to serve friends and neighbors — senior citizens and children (and their families) who may be losing access to prepared meals and stocked food.
South Carolina School Districts Current Meal Distribution Plans
An alphabetical list of SC School Districts and their plans for meal distribution during the COVID-19 closures.
Plans will be updated as information becomes available.
Planes de Distribución de Comida Actual de los Distritos Escolares de Carolina del Sur
(Spanish Language of above list)
La siguiente es una lista alfabética de los distritos escolares de Carolina del Sur y sus planes para la distribución de comida durante el cierre del COVID-19. Planes serán actualizados a medida que la información esté disponible.
Quarantined with Kids
Kid-approved recipes and lesson plans to mix education into your daily routine.
#ChefsForAmerica School Feeding
World Central Kitchen would like to help school districts inform their students and families about ongoing efforts to continue feeding programs during the ongoing closures due to COVID-19. If you work for a school district and have information regarding these efforts, please let us know by completing the form below.
Find Meals for Kids When Schools are Closed
Find meals for kids when schools are closed using this USDA Meals 4 Kids Site Finder.

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