Find a COVID-19 testing site near you: More Information Access this link published by the government of D.C. and Mayor Muriel Bowser which provides a constantly updated comprehensive list of free public testing sites, DC Firehouses participating in testing, and providers offering testing. Information on how to contact and access Read more…
As of 08/2021 People in shelters who have tested positive for COVID-19 See more updated information here. Recent News Winter Plan released by the district, lays out protocols for hypothermia alerts, cold emergency alerts, and other procedures for keeping individuals experiencing homelessness safe during the winter months Mayor Bowser Activated Read more…
As of 3/2021 Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. The most common initial symptoms are fever, fatigue, and dry cough. However, nasal congestion, runny nose, conjunctivitis (red eyes), diarrhea (present in children more than adults), muscle or joint pain, chills or dizziness, and decreased or inability to smell or taste can also be Read more…
As of 1/2021 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 1/2021 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 9/2021 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 9/2021 If you need to quickly exit this page, click here. Laws about abortion differ in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. If you need to talk to someone, All Options runs a free hotline and provides nonjudgmental options counseling on unintended pregnancy, parenting, abortion, and adoption. Call (888) 493-0092 Read more…
As of 9/2021 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 9/2021 Although this varies by hospital, at this time the ACOG recommends that inductions occur as indicated.Please ask your healthcare provider about your hospital’s policies regarding inductions. For the safety of the doulas and patients, ACOG recommends that doulas follow the individual hospital policies regarding visitors and your Read more…
