These are very unsettling times, but we want to help in whatever small way we can. We’ve pulled together some very important and helpful links to cover questions and address issues including education and childcare, food assistance, unemployment and financial resources, and general information from school boards and local, state, and national governments.
Hang in there, y’all — we’re all in this together!
*And don’t forget, we also have a huge treasure trove of online adventures, activities, and educational resources in our previous Busy Brains blog post.
GENERAL RESOURCES
Comprehensive listing of statewide resources, including: Education & Childcare, Food & Nutrition, Lost Income, Utilities, Transportation, Preparedness, To Donate & Support Your Community.
Food Assistance, Legal Assistance, Unemployment Insurance, Utilities, Mental Health Support for New Orleans residents.
U.S. Federal Government Resources (Various Departments)
HEALTH INFO
Louisiana State Health Department
CDC (Centers for Disease Control)
STATE & PARISH SCHOOL INFO
Louisiana Department of Education
NUTRITION RESOURCES
Second Harvest (To give or get help)
New Orleans Community Feeding Centers
Jefferson Parish Grab & Go Meals
St. Tammany Parish Grab & Go Meals
