Family resources during COVID-19

These are strange days. Everyone is dealing with new challenges while the COVID-19 quarantine is in place and Mainspring is closed. Thankfully, there are places to get help.

Below is a list of resources for various challenges, from health to employment to food and more. Bookmark this page — we will update it as we learn about new options. And as always, let us know if we can help!

NEED HELP? START HERE

There are two fairly comprehensive resource lists that you should check out first:

• ConnectATX (or call 2-1-1-)

• City of Austin COVID Resource Document

COVID-19

• Where things stand in Austin

HEALTH

• Protect yourself and your family

• What to do if you get sick

• Medical services for AISD families

• Mental health services for AISD families (or call Vida Clinic Care Team at 512-518-2209)

FOOD

• A good list of places providing food 

• And here’s our own internal list

• Fresh produce is available at two YMCA Austin locations every Tuesday

MONEY

• Financial considerations by Mainspring

JOBS

• Workforce has a searchable list of job openings, updated daily

OTHER LINKS

• City of Austin Resource Website

• Free or affordable computers

• Find ways to help/volunteer

PARENTING

• Get tips for your child's specific age

• Best practices for home learning

• Free learning and activities from Scholastic

• Virtual museums around the world

• Visit the fantastic San Diego Zoo online

• PBS Kids has interactive games and videos

• The Highlights Magazine site has lots of activities 

• Another classic: https://www.seussville.com/

• This is great for animal videos and games

• This last one is for the parents to find ways to relax and not get overwhelmed

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