COVID-19

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/index.html: This tool helps parents decide whether to return to in person school based on risk factors.

www.loraincountyhealth.com/coronavirus - View local infection rates, contact numbers, symptom checkers, and resource links

www.cdc.gov/handwashing/videos.html - Videos on proper handwashing for young and elementary ages

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/how-to-wear-cloth-face-coverings.html - How to properly put on and remove a face mask

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html - What to do if you feel sick, includes symptoms and recommendations on accessing care

https://covid19healthbot.cdc.gov/ - Interactive symptom checker

www.avonlakecityschools.org/pupil-services/community-resources - Information on programs and agencies in the community that may be beneficial for students and families

How to talk to your child about masks.

Wash your hands before eating or before touching your mask.

Click for handwashing videos from the CDC.

Mask hack social media

Social media content & images - download a zip file here

Family toolkit for mental health

The Mental Health, Addiction and Recovery Services (MHARS) Board of Lorain County and its partners created a family toolkit for mental health.
Get downloadable resources to help families with children of all ages stay emotionally well during COVID-19:

Returning to school will be very stressful for staff, students and families
Be kind.... to each other, to your family, to your teachers, and to yourself.

Get vaccines for back to school

LCPH can safely vaccinate babies, children, teens and adults. LCPH provides vaccines at 9880 S. Murray Ridge Road, Elyria. Appointments are always preferred to limit the number of clients in the spacious waiting room. Please call 440-284-3206 to make an appointment and to have your questions answered. All are required to wear masks (exceptions specified in the state's order).

LCPH participates in the Vaccines for Children (VFC) Program. The VFC program provides vaccines to children who qualify. No child in the VFC program is denied vaccine for inability to pay.