Hartland Public Library Child Accompaniment Policy
during the Covid-19 Pandemic

The Library Board of Trustees updated the Child Accompaniment Policy at the beginning of the pandemic and with school starting soon, we’re reposting that policy here. Children 13 and under will need to be accompanied by a parent or caregiver while inside the library building. The full policy is located here.

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VACCINE UPDATES and INFO for the state of Vermont

Vermonters ages 6 months and older are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccines. Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 is the safer way to build protection from serious illness–even for those who have already had COVID-19. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccines (CDC)

COVID-19 vaccines are free and widely available. Anyone can get vaccinated in Vermont, including those who live in another state, are non-U.S. citizens, or who have no insurance.

https://www.healthvermont.gov/covid-19/vaccine/getting-covid-19-vaccine

 

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If you have questions about COVID-19 (the coronavirus) please call 211.

Information about COVID-19 – COVID Act Now site
COVID-19 is confusing. This site contains facts about the virus. How does it spread? How is it treated? Who does it affect most? Unbiased information to help you make good decisions from a team of researchers and students at Brown, MIT, Harvard, Mass General, and elsewhere.

If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs emotional support, help is available 24/7:

• Call your local mental health crisis line. 
• Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.
• Text VT to 741741 to talk with someone at the Crisis Text Line.
• Visit healthvermont.gov/suicide.
• Get self-help tips and connect to mental health services at COVID Support VT.
• See ways for Coping with Stress.

Scroll down for a list of more links and resources – this list will be updated regularly.

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List of all Governor Phil Scott’s Executive Orders related to COVID-19

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Vermont Department of Health
About Coronavirus
Communities and Workplaces
Stay informed about COVID-19 check the webpage frequently for current guidance. Click “See the latest update” for the latest information (in red)
twitter feed
Facebook page

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Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development (ACCD)
Coronavirus Resource Center for Individuals, Businesses, and Communities in VT

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Center for Disease Control (CDC)
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID -19)
Guidelines for Cleaning for Community Non-Healthcare Organizations

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World Health Organization – WHO – Advice for the Public

Medline Plus – US National Library of Medicine – Coronavirus Infections

National Association of School Psychologists
Talking to Children About COVID-19

Psych Central – How to Cope With Coronavirus Fears

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Addiction and Substance Abuse Help in VT – https://vthelplink.org/

WIC  Women, Infant’s, and Children’s Supplemental Nutrition Program – https://www.healthvermont.gov/family/wic

3 SquaresVT (also knows as Snap,Food Stamps, and EBT) – https://www.vtfoodbank.org/nurture-people/3squaresvt 

Hunger Free VT – info on food access in Vermont  

Hartland Food Shelf

Aging in Hartland – http://www.aginginhartland.org/

Hartland Mutual Aid –  resources and how to give and receive help in Hartland

Mutual Aid Resources in Southern VT  – the second section of this document is for LGBTQ and QTPOC folks

Peace and Justice Center of VT – mutual aid resources in Vermont

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VT HELPLINK – Info and referrals to substance use, prevention, treatment, and recovery. The VT Dept of Health launched this clearinghouse for VTers to receive free, confidential, personalized information/referrals throughout the state. It offers a call center of trained staff/clinicians. Callers can get info, referrals, resources, educational materials on substance abuse for themselves, family/friends, or on behalf of clients. VThelplink.org

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If you are or someone you know is in crisis