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We at the Children's Services Council of Broward County care about the health and safety of our community, staff and providers. Accordingly, in an effort to help control the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), our offices will be closed until further notice. As staff works remotely, please be assured that we will continue to work diligently in support of the children and families of Broward and the child serving community. Please search this website and our social media platforms @cscbroward for continuous updates as well as resources and information that help our community more easily navigate these challenging times. If you need to reach us, call (954) 377-1000 or e-mail: info@cscbroward.org. (Please note that many of these links will point away from the CSC’s website to pages not necessarily affiliated with or endorsed by CSC Broward. The CSC cannot guarantee ADA compliance of the non-affiliated site.)
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COVID-19 Testing
More Broward Testing Locations
Even More Broward Testing Locations
Holiday & Lincoln Park Testing Sites
Drive-Thru Testing for COVID-19 in Broward County
Health Services
Centers For Disease Control (CDC)
Florida Department of Health COVID-19 Toolkit
Community Mitigation Strategies
Coronavirus (COVID-19) assessment tool
Symptoms and Coronavirus Self-Checker — CDC Website
Free Virtual Doctor Visits from Memorial Healthcare
Memorial Healthcare System Updates & Information
Crisis, Health & Human Services Support, 211 Broward
Centralized Intake and Eligibility Determination (CIED)
COVID-19 and Potential Risks for People Who Use Drugs
More Coronavirus Tips & Resources
Child Welfare League of America Resources List
KidCare Health & Dental Insurance Updates: English/Spanish
Red Cross Immigrant COVID Information English/Spanish
Resources for Assistance with Funeral Arrangements
Broward Health: Mobilize to Immunize: Free Immunizations for Kids
BRHPC: How to Safely Wear and Take Off a Cloth Face Covering
American Red Cross: Immigrants and COVID-19, Frequently Asked Questions English/Spanish
COVID Trackers
Real-Time Global COVID-19 Tracker
Real-Time Florida COVID-19 Tracker
Emergency Services
Dial 911
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
Reporting Abuse During COVID-19: Individuals/Educators/Caregivers
Mental Health Resources
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Mental Health America Hotline: Text MHA to 741741. You can also call 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 at the SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline.
Crisis Text Line: Text CONNECT to 741741.
Nation Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
How to Care for Yourself While Practicing Social Distancing
How Do I Know Someone is Experiencing Anxiety or Depression
How to Help Someone With Anxiety or Depression During COVID-19
How to Support a Loved One Going Through a Tough Time During COVID-19
Help Your Family De-Stress During Coronavirus Uncertainty
Baptist Health South Florida Virtual Exercise, Meditation, and Educational Seminars
Healthier At Home: a free, private online group for pregnant women and parents of young children living in Broward County.
Mindset RESET w/Sean Achor: a four-part series specifically focused on helping us adjust our mindset in this current climate.
COVID 19 Grief Support Groups & Forum: For anyone that has experienced a loss, this online Grief Support Directory is organized by types of loss with an extensive range of resources and supports available locally, on-line, virtually in-person and even internationally.
60 Digital Resources for Mental Health
Anxiety and Coping With the Coronavirus
How Mindfulness Can Help During COVID-19
Sleep Strengthens your Defenses
United Way Mental Wellness Tips
Self-Care in the Time of Coronavirus
Anxious Stomach Aches and Headaches
How to Help Children Manage Fears
How to Avoid Passing Anxiety on to Your Kids
How Anxiety Leads to Disruptive Behavior
What to Do (and Not Do) When Children Are Anxious
Panic Attacks and How to Treat Them
How To Protect Your Mental Health During The Coronavirus Outbreak
Behavioral Health Associates: Free Virtual Pandemic Support Group
Food
Together4Broward (Together 4 Broward continues to identify new partners in this community effort and welcomes your support, engagement, and donations. To join the taskforce, please submit your information via the link Join Together 4 Broward.
Broward Community Feeding Initiative App
P-EBT (Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer)
Summer Break Spot Free Meals for Kids & Teens
Eagles' Nest Charter Academy: Drive-Thru Meal Distribution for ALL School-Aged Children
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Benefits
Broward Schools Free/Reduced Meal Services
Free Lunch From Christian Life Center and FLIPANY
LifeNet4Families: Support for families experiencing food shortages during COVID-19
Broward Schools
Broward Schools Free/Reduced Meal Services
COVID-19 information and resources for schools and school personnel from US Department of Education
2020 Back-To-School Tax Holiday
Internet
Free Internet for BCS Families
Comcast Extends 60-Days of Free Service to New Internet Essentials Customers through End of Year
Oral Health and Hygiene
Home Therapy
Hi-Ability Therapy Services OT, PT & Speech Resources
Autism Society At Home Resources
Physical Fitness at Home
David Posnak Jewish Community Center FREE Exercise Videos
www.facebook.com/planetfitness
Legal Services & Advice
Co-parenting in the coronavirus pandemic: A family law scholar’s advice
How to avoid COVID-19 government imposter scams
Bills and Small Businesses
tax credits for small and midsize businesses
Coronavirus-related paid leave for workers
CARES Act discussion video (National Center for Families Learning - NCFL)
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Rental Assistance
Note: moratorium extended on evictions and foreclosures until August 1.
Protections for renters during COVID-19
Reemployment/Unemployment
Reemployment (Paper Applications)
Dislocated Worker Program (Temporary Employment)
Children & Families
Florida Department of Children and Families
Reporting Abuse During COVID-19: Individuals/Educators/Caregivers
Adult Education
Learn to EarnToolkit: online resource for intermediate and advanced adult learners of English and basic skills
David Posnak Jewish Community Center Adult Arts & Culture
Special Populations
FLITE Center TIL System of Care Youth
First Responders
ELC: Emergency Personnel Child Care Scholarship
Other Resources
Florida Driver License Renewal
Aunt Bertha: connecting people with local nonprofits offering social services
Elder Affair’s Elder Helpline:1-800-96-ELDER (1-800-963-5337)
To apply for food assistance, Medicaid, and/or cash assistance, or to manage your benefits and receive information, visit www.myflorida.com/accessflorida or login to your MYACCESS account 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Talking to Kids about the Coronavirus
Supporting Young Children Isolated Due to Corona Virus
How to Talk to Kids About Coronavirus
Supporting Young Children Isolated Due to Corona Virus
PBS Kids guide for talking to younger kids about the coronavirus
PBS Kids guide for talking to younger kids about tragic or scary events in the news
Resources for Supporting Children’s Emotional Well-being
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) guide for talking to kids about COVID-19
Memorial Healthcare Systems: Educational Videos in ASL to keep you informed on COVID-19
Alton Brown explains why handwashing works better than hand sanitizer
Time to Come In, Bear: A Children's Story About Social Distancing
NPR guide for talking to kids about scary events in the news
Tips for Families: Talking About the Coronavirus, Zero to Three
How to Prepare for Extended School Closings—and Not Lose Your Mind
Coronavirus and Parenting: What You Need to Know Now
Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus, Child Mind Institute
What Parents Need to Know About Coronavirus
Morningside Center guide for talking to students about the coronavirus
Morningside Center guide for addressing bias and bullying in response to the novel coronavirus
Love in the Time of Coronavirus: A HOPE-informed Guide for Parents
Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease 2019 (CDC)
Coping After a Disaster (Ready Wrigley Books), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Ready Wrigley Prepares for Flu Season, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
A Germ-fighting Superhero, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood/PBS Kids
Step-by-step Handwashing with Elmo, Sesame Street/PBS Kids
The Man with the Yellow Hat Explains How Germs Work, Curious George/PBS Kids
Talking to Kids About Coronavirus (Child Mind Institute)
HOPE, Engagement, and COVID-19, HOPE
Healthy Families America website
Supporting Kids Through the COVID-19 Crisis
Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults During the Coronavirus Crisis
Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus
Safety Guidelines and Resources
BRHPC: How to Safely Wear and Take Off a Cloth Face Covering
Interim Guidance for Schools and Day Camps
Six steps for K-12 leaders to respond to the coronavirus
Guidance For Cleaning & Disinfecting
FL Dept. of Health: Safety Guidelines for various Reopening of Activities and Businesses (Including Summer Camps)
COVID-19 information and resources for schools and school personnel from US Department of Education