COVID-19 RESPONSE:
RESOURCES FOR SOUTHERN INDIANA
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Public Health Websites (basic information and education about COVID-19)
• CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/ • ISDH: https://www.in.gov/isdh/28470.htm 317-233-7125 • ISDH News Releases: https://bit.ly/2U6VeTF • ISDH COVID-19 Online Dashboard (for presumptive positive cases in Indiana): https://bit.ly/336wOxl • Gov. Holcomb Announces New Steps to Protect Public from COVID-19 https://calendar.in.gov/…/gov-holcomb-announces-new-steps-…/ • Gov. Holcomb Announces More Steps to Slow the Spread of COVID-19 https://calendar.in.gov/…/gov-holcomb-announces-more-step…/… Virtual COVID-19 Screenings IU Health has launched a virtual clinic to offer individuals in Indiana regardless of age free Coronavirus (COVID-19) screenings using the IU Health Virtual Visit app. Staffed 24/7 with IU Health physicians, advance practice providers and registered nurses, the clinic will screen patients from home, potentially eliminating the need to visit physician offices, urgent cares or emergency departments. The team will recommend and facilitate appropriate pathways for care, and provide direct access and communication with local hospitals as medically appropriate. Coronavirus Virtual Visits Instruction Flyer • OR call ahead before visiting a doctor’s office or emergency room. • If you have additional questions, you can call the ISDH Epidemiology Resource Center at 317-233-7125 [317-233-1325 after hours] or e-mail epiresource@isdh.in.gov. Unemployment Benefits People can file for unemployment online at: https://www.in.gov/dwd/2334.htm Note that there are reports of the website crashing numerous times, so it may take a few tries. Note that ALL WorkOne offices are closed except for their main Workforce Development office in Indianapolis. People can email the office at AskUIContactCenter@dwd.in.gov People can call them at 1-800-891-6499 but call volume is heavy People can chat live online with staff at www.in.gov/dwd/webchat.htm Child Care Child Care Finder https://www.in.gov/fssa/childcarefinder/ Prescription Assistance RX Help Centers https://www.rxhelpcenters.com (866) 478-9593 Emergency Preparedness for People with Disabilities: Coronavirus Safety https://www.redcross.org/…/types-of…/coronavirus-safety.html Disaster Safety http://www.redcross.org/p…/location/home-family/disabilities Phone/Internet Assistance Here is some info from the major phone and internet carriers: AT&T https://about.att.com/pages/COVID-19.html T-Mobile https://www.t-mobile.com/…/t-mobile-update-on-covid-19-resp… Verizon https://www.verizonwireless.com/support/covid-19-faqs/ Sprint https://newsroom.sprint.com/covid-19-updates-sprint-respond… Township Trustees for Basic Assistance Here is a list of all townships in the state, organized by county…so scroll down to the county and then look up the township. However, you might not know which township someone lives in, so the second link is more helpful. https://indianatownshipassoc.org/indiana-townships/ This link allows you to enter the person’s full address and it will bring up a list of all of their elected officials, including their township trustee, complete with contact info and address of the township office. http://wayeo.egis.39dn.com/ Areas on Aging These organizations often offer home-delivered meals or know who can, as well as many other options for resources • Area 11 Thrive Alliance, 1531 13th Street, Suite G900, Columbus, IN 47201, 812-372-6918 or 866-644-6407; FAX 812-372-7864, Website: www.thrive-alliance.org, • Area 14 Lifespan Resources, Inc., 33 State Street, Third Floor, New Albany, IN 47151-0995, 812-948-8330 or 888-948-8330, TTY 812-542-6895; FAX 812-948-0147 • Area 15 Hoosier Uplands Area 15 Agency on Aging and Disability Services, 500 West Main St., Mitchell, IN 47446, 812-849-4447, 800-827-2219 or 521 West Main Street Mitchell, IN 47446, 812-849-4457 or 800-333-2451, TDD 800-743-3333; FAX 812-849-4467, Website: www.hoosieruplands.org, Aging and Senior Care Resources for Communities in Indiana Many aging adults are unaware of the available care options and programs that can help them maintain their independence and quality of life. Caring.com created a free resource that provides comprehensive information on topics like financial support and in-home care options that are available in their area. You can read more about our work here:
Dementia & Alzheimer's Facilities Locator Memory care facilities are care homes that provide the much-needed care to adults with memory care issues. Memory care facilities can be in various forms, such as: dedicated dementia care facilities or communities, dedicated Alzheimer’s care facilities, Alzheimer’s day care, Alzheimer’s nursing homes, dementia nursing homes, as well as assisted living facilities that provide memory care services. If you're wondering "how do I find memory care near me?" - browse our full list of all memory care homes in the U.S. below. Community Action Programs These organizations often help people enroll for utility assistance. Lawrence, Martin, Orange, and Washington Counties: Hoosier Uplands Economic Development Corporation 500 W. Main Street Mitchell, IN 47446 Phone: (812) 849-4457 Toll-Free: (800) 333-2451 Fax: (812) 849-4467 Web Site: www.hoosieruplands.org Jefferson, Jennings, and Scott Counties: Ohio Valley Opportunities 421 Walnut Street Madison, IN 47250 Phone: (812) 265-5858 Fax: (812) 265-5850 Web Site: www.ovoinc.org Clark, Floyd, and Harrison Counties: Community Action of Southern Indiana, Inc. 1613 East 8th Street Jeffersonville, IN 47130 Phone: (812) 288-6451 Fax: (812) 284-8314 Web Site: www.casi1.org Crawford, Perry, and Spencer Counties: Lincoln Hills Development Corporation 302 Main Street Tell City, IN 47586-0336 Phone: (812)-547-3435 Fax: (812) 547-3466 Web Site: www.lhdc.org Food & Prescription Home Delivery & Curbside Service Note: Many pharmacies have a drive-thru option that people can use without the additional delivery fee, so when available, that is a better option. 1. Walgreens will only mail medications-no deliveries 2. Krogers will deliver to the homes medications & groceries a. But not the same day service on medications b. Curbside costs $5 c. Groceries delivered is a $10 fee 3. CVS can deliver medications at a $5 fee 4. Meijers has curbside service at $5 fee or delivered to home at a fee of $10 5. Walmart has curbside but they need to spend at least $30 6. Walmart can deliver groceries but needs to spend at least $30 and has a fee of $8-$10 Online Recovery Support Groups and Services Virtual support meetings: Online and Virtual Recovery Support Resource List from Pennsylvania Recovery Organizations Alliance Unity Recovery – Free virtual recovery meetings Food & Emergency Financial Help Aunt Bertha for Bloomington & Monroe Co. This is a search engine loaded with resources. Start by entering zip code and then what kind of assistance is needed, and it will list all the programs and supports available in the area, including the trustee’s office for that zip code. https://helpingbloomingtonmonroe.auntbertha.com/ Clark, Floyd, Harrison, Jefferson, Scott, & Washington Counties: See VR Area 25&26 Resource Guide (pdf) or access at this link: https://www.in.gov/…/Clarksville%20Area%20Office%20Resource… County Health Department Contacts Clients can contact their local health departments to find out more info about the coronavirus and COVID-19, and local options for testing. Clark County Health Department-1201 Wall St., Jeffersonville, IN, 47130 Health Officer: Eric Yazel MS, MD Phone Number: 812-282-7521 Fax: (812) 288-2711 Email: null Website: http://clarkhealth.net/ Crawford County Health Department-306 Oak Hill Circle, English, IN, 47118 Health Officer: Devi Pierce, MD Phone Number: 812-338-2302 Fax: (812) 338-2301 Email: dshelton@crawfordcountyin.com Website: http://crawfordcountyhealthdepartment.com/ Floyd County Health Department-1917 Bono Road, New Albany, IN, 47150 Health Officer: Thomas Harris, MD Phone Number: 812-948-4726 Fax: (812) 948-2208 Email: cbass@floydcounty.in.gov Website: https://www.floydcounty.in.gov/…/floyd-county-indiana-healt… Harrison County Health Department-241 Atwood Street, Corydon, IN, 47112 Health Officer: Andrew Morton, MD Phone Number: (812) 738-3237 Fax: 812-738-4292 Email: help@harrisoncountyhealth.com Website: http://www.harrisoncountyhealth.com/Main_page.htm Jackson County Health Department-801 West 2nd Street, Seymour, IN, 47274 Health Officer: Christopher Bunce, MD Phone Number: 812-522-6474 Fax: (812) 522-2916 Email: kmyers@jacksoncounty.in.gov Website: https://www.jacksoncountyhealth.org/ Jefferson County Health Department-715 Green Road, Madison, IN, 47250 Health Officer: John Hossler, MD Phone Number: 812 273-1942 Fax: (812) 273-1955 Email: tammy.monroe@jeffersoncounty.in.gov Website: http://jeffersoncoinhealthdept.com/ Lawrence County Health Department-2419 Mitchell Road, Bedford , IN, 47421 Health Officer: Alan Smith, MD Phone Number: 812-275-3234 Fax: (812) 275-1094 Email: pedwards@lawrencecounty.in.gov Website: https://lawrencecounty.in.gov/government/health-department Orange County Health Department-205 East Main Street, Paoli, IN, 47454 Health Officer: Jose Lopez, MD Phone Number: 812-723-2403 Fax: (812) 723-7117 Email: ochd@co.orange.in.us Website: http://www.co.orange.in.us/#!health-department/csuv Scott County Health Department-1296 N. Gardner St., Scottsburg, IN, 47170 Health Officer: R. Kevin Rogers, MD Phone Number: 812-752-8455 Fax: (812) 752-6023 Email: michelle.goodin@scottcounty.in.gov Website: http://scottcountyinhealthdept.com/ Website: http://warrickcounty.gov/health-department/ Washington County Health Department-806 Martinsburg Road, Suite 100, Salem, IN, 47167 Health Officer: Jeffery Morgan, MD Phone Number: 812-883-5603 Fax: (812) 883-5017 Email: sgreen@washingtoncounty.in.gov Website: http://www.washcohealth.com/ |