As of 10/19/2020 People in shelters who have tested positive for COVID-19: 349 See more updated information here. Recent News For the November 3 elections, DHS will be sending letters to individuals and families staying in shelters, which will contain information on: How to register to vote How to update Read more…
As of 10/19/20 Particularly during a pandemic, it is important to stay both physically and mentally healthy. If you are feeling stress, anxiety, or depression, talk to your healthcare provider and refer to the CDC’s recommendations about coping strategies for anxiety and depression during and after pregnancy. There are many resources Read more…
As of 10/19/20 There are helpful resources for individuals with barriers to healthcare access in other sections of this website (testing under “Health Info”, and many under “Communities”) that can also apply to mothers-to-be. Note that Bread for the City (free COVID-19 testing and free primary care) does not offer Read more…
As of 10/15/20 General updates On March 14th, the first US correctional staff member tested positive for COVID-19, and on March 16th, the first COVID-19 diagnosis of an incarcerated person occurred Some jurisdictions are working to release people from jails and prisons in hopes of minimizing the spread of COVID-19. Read more…
As of 10/01/20 COVID-19 and Public Charge On March 13th, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that testing, preventive screening (vaccine potential), and treatment for COVID-19 will not negatively affect any immigrant during a future public charge analysis. This means USCIS has policies in place to enable immigrant families Read more…
As of 10/01/20 General Information CDC information on COVID-19 and people with disabilities COVID-19 and Disability video series by the National Disability Navigator Resource Collaborative Briefing Paper: COVID-19 Impact on People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, their Families, and the Direct Support Workforce by The Arc For People with Intellectual/Developmental Read more…
As of 05/05/20 The Coronavirus (COVID-19): What Trans People Need to Know: Read Here Support Groups and other Events: DMV Trans Care | doh May 2020 events listed; Call (202) 442-5955 before event to determine if event has been canceled or social distancing modifications have been made. The following is Read more…
