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COVID-19 Family Resources

The resources below offer information pertaining to COVID-19 and how to best support your family if needed. 

Florida Department of Health

To better serve and assist residents regarding concerns about the 2019 coronavirus (COVID-19), the Florida Department of Health has established a Call Center to answer general questions residents and visitors may have.  

The Florida Department of Health's dedicated COVID-19 Call Center is 1-866-779-6121. The Call Center is available 24/7. Questions can also be sent via email to COVID-19@flhealth.gov.

Osceola County

The Osceola County Citizen Information Center hotline is active for residents that have specific questions or need to speak with an Osceola County representative about local agencies or resources during the COVID-19 crisis. This service is available at 407-742-0000, and is open from 8 a.m. through 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

CASEL - Resources Regarding COVID-19

The Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) is a trusted source for knowledge about high-quality, evidence-based social and emotional learning (SEL) for parents, educators, and anyone who works with children. This site provides resources on addressing social emotional needs of children related to COVID-19.

Community Based Resources

• Osceola County - 2019 Resource Guide for Families
• Coronavirus (COVID-19) Osceola County Resident Resources
• Mobile Crisis Services - 211
• Mental Health Association of Central Florida – The mission of this website is to “provide mental health services, support and information to the members of our Orlando and surrounding Central Florida community.”

Talking to Your Children About COVID-19

• Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19
• How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
• Coronavirus: A Book for Children
• What is the Coronavirus?
• ¿Qué es el Coronavirus?
• My New Home School
• Mi Nueva Escuela Casera
• Community Safety Plan

Other Helpful Information

• Handwashing and Hand Sanitizer Use
• Building Positive Conditions for Learning at Home
• Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health
• Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks