Helpful Links

This site—maintained by the White House, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)—is a clearinghouse for federal resources to help, the latest information on the coronavirus pandemic and what you can do to protect yourself and your family.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• COVID-19 FAQs
• Screening tools
• Testing locations
• Updated statistics on coronavirus in the U.S.
• How to volunteer for clinical trials
• How to donate COVID-19 plasma

The state government’s clearinghouse provides latest information on coronavirus in Arkansas and resources for individuals, families, schools, workers and employers.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• Latest data on COVID-19 in Arkansas
• How and where to get tested
• Alerts
• Directives
• Guidances
• Resources

All the top-line information from the CDC in one easy to find place.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• How to protect yourself
• What to do if you are sick
• Latest data on COVID-19
• Guidance on proper mask usage

A catalog of all U.S. government activities in response to the coronavirus.

FEMA-administered page to help the public distinguish between rumors and facts regarding the response to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Are you interested in helping the fight against COVID-19? FEMA has a page with ways you can help.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• How to donate blood or plasma
• How health care professionals can volunteer
• How private sector can donate supplies and equipment

Get yourself and you household ready for COVID-19. As a family, you can plan and make decisions now that will protect you and your family.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• Learn who is considered increased risk for COVID-19
• How to take every day, preventative actions
• Which household disinfectants are EPA-approved for COVID-19 
• How to care for a sick household member
• How to take care of your emotional health and that of other household members
• What you should do about the pets in your household

Resources and information from the the CDC for those at increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• Information on extra precautions recommended for at-risk groups
• Tips for social distancing, face coverings and hygiene 
• CDC self-checker tool
• Information on stress and coping
• Guidance on how to develop a care plan
• Guidance for nursing homes and long-term care facilities

IRS-administered website offering tax help for taxpayers, businesses, tax-exempt organizations and others – including health plans – affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).

Information and resources from the Small Business Administration (SBA).

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND:

• Coronavirus funding options
• Guidance for businesses and employers
• Resuming business toolkit

Resources and information from the Department of Labor.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND:

• Guidance for paid leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
• Online tool to determine eligibility under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
• Fact sheets on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
• Information on DOL temporary regulations

Occupational Safety and Health Administration information on creating a safe workplace during the public health emergency.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND:

• Guidance on returning to work
• Frequently asked questions on COVID-19 in the workplace
• Guidance for employers on preparing workplace and reporting COVID-19 cases
• OSHA standards for COVID-19

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND:

• Online decision-making tool for parents
• Checklists for parents to plan for in-person or virtual school
• FAQs about reopening of schools
• Guidance on facial coverings, testing and screening in schools
• Strategies for protecting K-12 staff from COVID-19
• Materials for promoting cleaning, disinfection and hand hygiene in schools
• Guidance for child care programs

Department of Education page with guidance and policies related to elementary and secondary education, special education, higher education and other essential components of lifelong learning.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND:

• Remote learning resources for educators and administrators
• Resources for learning at home
• Information on Department of Education waivers and flexibility
• Information on CARES Acts education funding and provisions

Resources and information from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• Veteran-focused FAQs
• Mental health resources
• Information on telehealth
• Transitioning resources specific to COVID-19
• Information on VA’s health care response to COVID-19

Resources and information for health care professionals from the CDC.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• Guidance for health care personnel returning to work
• Tips to optimize PPE supply
• Guidance for clinical and non-hospital setting care
• Health care facility tools and guidance
• Training materials

Information and Resources from the Department of Health and Human Services.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• Information on the CARES Act Provider Relief Fund
• Grant opportunities and guidance
• Information on “Operation Warp Speed”
• Testing, laboratory capacity and data sharing information

CDC resources and information for what you need to know if you considering travel.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• Information on travel during COVID-19
• Travel FAQs
• Toolkits tailored to road, air and southern border travel
• What do upon return
• Specific destination information
• Cruise trip travel information
• Travel industry guidance
• Health notices and prohibitions

COVID-19 information and resources from the Department of Agriculture.

A SAMPLING OF WHAT YOU’LL FIND: 

• “Ask USDA” Tool
• Farmer resources
• Loans and grants
• Information on school meals and food assistance programs
• Food supply chain FAQs