COVID-19: Information and Resources

TALK IT OUT line - For CT parents and caregivers who need someone to listen, to understand and to talk your feelings out. 1 (833) 258-5011 http://www.talkitoutct.com/

Fairfield Human/Social Services has social workers on staff, and a variety of programs to support families requiring assistance with essentials (e.g., food, bills, utilities, etc.). Call (203) 256-3169 or email socialservices@fairfieldct.org.

Fairfield CARES Community Coalition has developed a great list of resources for families and students of all ages regarding the current infectious disease pandemic

World Health Organization (WHO) Graphic Fact Sheets for Healthy Parenting in the Time of COVID 19

Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“FFCRA”) - Effective April, 1 2020

Technology Resources

2020 Chromebook & PC Laptop Care Guide

Meeting Basic Needs of Families During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Fairfield COVID-19 Relief Fund was established to provide limited, one-time assistance to Fairfield residents who have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Intended use of the funds must be directly related to the effects of the virus. For more information, click here. Here is a direct link to the application.

4/30/2020 - Update from CT Department of Labor re: applying for Federal Unemployment Benefits for those who are self-employed

CT Legal Services - Resources and guidance for housing, domestic, employment and/or educational issues

Operation Hope’s food pantry provides not only food, but also other necessities that may not be covered otherwise (e.g., toilet paper, diapers, etc.). They are also accepting donations. Please click here.

Connecticut Food Bank Mobile Pantry Schedule

United Way of Coastal Fairfield County - Link to access medical insurance, core needs (e.g., food, shelter, clothing) and unemployment resources.

Salvation Army Food Pantry (Bridgeport Corp - 30 Elm Street Bridgeport, CT 06604 (203) 334-0995). – Available by appointment on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 10:00AM to 1:00PM. Bring a picture ID.

The ABCD Energy Program provides help to eligible households who reside in Bridgeport, Easton, Fairfield, Monroe, Stratford, Trumbull, Westport, and Norwalk with assistance in paying their winter heating bills. One application covers all programs.

If you require help paying rent, utility bills, getting food and/or accessing free foreclosure and mortgage assistance, click here.

Information/Assistance from a variety of Internet providers is here.

Mental Health Resources

The following resources are intended to support individuals struggling to cope with the stressors resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. If you or a loved one are in imminent crisis, please do not delay seeking support. You are not alone! This is a list of resources that are confidential and available for free 24/7

911 or 211
1 (800) 273-8255 - National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1 (800) 662-HELP (English/Spanish) for SAMHSA’s National Helpline
Text HOME to 741-741 for Crisis Text Line
1 (800) 985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66-746 for the Disaster Distress Hotline
1 (866) 488-7386 or text START to 678-678 to reach The Trevor Project (LGBTQ youth)
1 (800) 799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22-522 to connect with The National Domestic Violence Hotline

Coping, Conversations and Coronavirus - Discussing the Impact of COVID 19 with Children

United Way of Coastal Fairfield County - Link to access mental health resources

SAMHSA's Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health: Tips for Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation During an Infectious Disease Outbreak

SAMHSA's Coping With Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks

Free Guide to Living With Worry and Anxiety Amidst Global Uncertainty (available in more than 20 languages)

Resources Available from the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), including mental health, crisis, addiction and prevention.

Specialized Resources

Coronavirus: Multilingual Resources for Schools

https://www.colorincolorado.org/coronavirus

Coping during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Yale’s Guide for Families with Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

FPS School Psychologists and Social Workers by Building

If you are having trouble accessing any of the suggested resources, please click here and provide additional information. We will connect you with support staff from your respective school buildings as soon as possible.

Meal Program - School Closures

Breakfast and Lunch Program

Beginning on Wed. May 13th, the hours for curbside pickup of meals at no charge at Roger Ludlowe MS only will change to 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. each weekday. The pickup hours at McKinley & Holland Hill will remain the same, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. each weekday.

Families may take 2 meals at a time for each child in their household (breakfast & lunch). All meals are grab-n-go.
On Friday, families may take a multiple day supply of meals. Please bring a reusable bag.
Menu & allergy information are available on FPS Food Services webpage. Visit McKinley’s menu for meals served at all 3 sites.

Please remember you can access this service whether you qualify for free/reduced lunch or not. Any child age 18 years or younger can receive meals at these sites. They do not have to be a resident or attend school in Fairfield

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) - Disinfecting School Surfaces

Below are the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the products being used by the Fairfield Public Schools custodial staff when disinfecting school surfaces:

Product	Description	Areas Used	Occupied/ Unoccupied
Clorox Healthcare Hydrogen Peroxide Cleaner Disinfectant Wipes	Disinfectant	Throughout the Building	Both
Diversey Morning Mist	Disinfectant	Throughout the Building	Unoccupied
Diversey Oxivir Five 16	Disinfectant	Throughout the Building	Both
Diversey Virex II 256	Disinfectant	Throughout the Building	Both
EarthSafe Chemical Alternatives PURTAB	Disinfectant	Throughout the Building	Unoccupied
Diversey Final Step 512	Disinfectant	Throughout the Building	Both
Green Klean Chlorinated Tablets	Disinfectant	Throughout the Building	Unoccupied

In This Section

As of 6/20/22, new cases of COVID-19 are no longer being reported here. If your child is absent due to COVID-19, please call your school attendance line and report it there, as with any communicable illness.

COVID-19 Guidance

LAUNCHING INTO HEALTHY LEARNING

CSDE State Guidance and Resources

CSDE: Adapt, Advance, Achieve: Connecticut's Plan to Learn and Grow Together

Previous Daily COVID Updates

2021 - 2022 Guidance FAQs

2021 - 2022 Notices

2020 - 2021 Notices

Community-wide Emergency Meal Program for Children

Resources and Information for FPS Families

General and Community Based Resources for COVID 19