COVID-19 Resources & Information
The Wells Branch Library is a place of community activity, and we are increasing our effort to protect the health of the library patrons, volunteers, and staff. Look below for reliable, up-to-date information about Coronavirus and resources to help you stay healthy and safe during the outbreak.
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COVID-19 VACCINATION SITES:
- Travis County - Austin Public Health
- Williamson County Health District OR call 512-943-3600
- National Vaccine Finder: Vaccines.gov
- Text your zip code to GETVAX (438829) to receive a list of nearby vaccination sites
Frequently Asked Questions About the Covid-19 Vaccine
COVID-19 VIRUS INFORMATION:
- CDC: https://www.coronavirus.gov
Texas Department of Health & Human Services:
https://dshs.texas.gov/covid-19-home - Coronavirus mythbusters (World Health Organization):
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters - Get Help Finding Mental Health Resources: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) website or call the NAMI Helpline at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
FINANCIAL RESOURCES:
- Protecting your finances during the Coronavirus outbreak:
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/coronavirus/ - Consumer Financial Protection Bureau:
https://www.consumerfinance.gov/coronavirus/ - 2-1-1 Referral Service (includes resources to assist with finances, food, mental health, internet access, and more):
www.211texas.org - or by phone at 211 or (877) 541-7905 - United Way for Greater Austin:
https://www.unitedwayaustin.org/ - Unemployment - Texas Workforce Commission COVID-19 FAQ:
https://www.twc.texas.gov/news/frequently-asked-questions-about-unemployment-insurance-benefits-related-covid-19 - Travis County Health & Human Services Basic Needs Services
https://www.traviscountytx.gov/health-human-services/individuals-families/basic - Health Insurance Marketplace: https://www.healthcare.gov/
STRESS & MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:
- Coronavirus Anxiety (Crisis Text Line):
https://www.crisistextline.org/topics/get-help-coronavirus/ or text HOME to 741741 - Disaster Distress Helpline (free mental health crisis counselors available 24/7):
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline or call 1-800-985-5990 - National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
- Texas Youth Hotline: 1-800-98-YOUTH
RESOURCES FOR KIDS AND THEIR PARENTS:
- How to talk to your kids about Coronavirus (PBS):
https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-coronavirus - How to de-stress during Coronavirus (PBS):
https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-you-and-your-kids-can-de-stress-during-coronavirus - Parenting resources & activities:https://www.pbs.org/parents
- Exploring the New Coronavirus: A Comic Just for Kids (NPR):
https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/02/28/809580453/just-for-kids-a-comic-exploring-the-new-coronavirus