Based on what we know about COVID-19, we believe pregnant people appear to have the same risk of COVID-19 as adults who are not pregnant. However, much remains unknown. We do know that pregnant people have had a higher risk of severe illness when infected with viruses that are similar to COVID-19, as well as other viral respiratory infections, such as influenza. We also know that pregnant people have changes in their bodies that may increase their risk of some infections. Therefore, if you are pregnant, it is always important for you to try to protect yourself from illnesses whenever possible. Vaccines during pregnancy Although there is no vaccine available to protect against the virus that causes COVID-19, routine vaccines are an important part of protecting your health. Receiving some vaccines during pregnancy, such as the influenza (flu) and Tdap vaccines, can help protect you and your baby. If you are pregnant, you should continue to receive your recommended vaccines. Talk with your healthcare provider about visits for vaccines during pregnancy. Prenatal and postpartum care It is important to take care of yourself and your baby during pregnancy and after delivery. Do not skip your prenatal care appointments or postpartum appointments. If you are concerned about attending your appointment due to COVID-19, talk to your healthcare provider. Ask your healthcare provider how they are taking steps to separate healthy patients from those who may be sick. Some healthcare providers might choose to cancel or postpone some visits. Others may switch certain appointments to telemedicine visits, which are appointments over the phone or video. These decisions will be based on the circumstances in your community as well as your individual care plan. Call your healthcare provider if you have an urgent medical question. In case of emergency, call 911 or go to your local emergency department. If you are not driving, call the emergency department on the way to explain that you are pregnant and have an emergency. They should have an infection prevention plan to protect you from getting COVID-19 if you need emergency care. Do not delay getting emergency care because of COVID-19. Delivery locations during the COVID-19 pandemic Delivering your baby is always safest under the supervision of trained healthcare professionals. If you have questions about the best place to deliver your baby, discuss them with your healthcare provider.
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Thank you, to all essential employees, for everything you are doing to keep our communities safe & healthy during this time. Your actions do not go unnoticed.
FREE GROCERY DELIVERY NOW AVAILABLE
FOR LOGAN COUNTY ADULTS 60 AND OVER
United Way partners with RTC Services to help you limit trips and stay healthy
To help with challenges presented by the COVID-19 crisis, United Way and RTC Services have partnered on a new Grocery Delivery Service for Logan County's older adults. Residents 60 years and older can now call RTC (937-539-3351) for free grocery pick up and delivery. The service is available weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Here's how to get it set up.
1. Call 937-539-3351 to get into the system.
2. You'll then call a participating store to order and pay for your groceries via credit card.
3. RTC will pick up and deliver your order.
Stores include:
· Community Markets in Bellefontaine
· Fields IGA in West Mansfield
· Kroger in Bellefontaine
· Steve's Market in DeGraff
· Thoman's IGA in West Liberty
Of course, if you'd rather go to the store yourself, RTC can take you there. RTC is receiving $40,000 of your United Way donations this year to give seniors free rides to the store and medical appointments.
"Instead of giving the seniors a free ride to their food, now they'll be giving the food a free ride to the seniors," laughs Dave Bezusko, United Way Executive Director. "We salute the creativity of Tonya Reed, Russ Foust, and Tam Blakely for coming up with this solution to the Stay-at-Home order. It helps the population most vulnerable to COVID-19 so they don't have to go out and expose themselves to the virus just to get their groceries."
CALL (937) 539-3351 TO SET UP YOUR DELIVERY
FOR LOGAN COUNTY ADULTS 60 AND OVER
United Way partners with RTC Services to help you limit trips and stay healthy
To help with challenges presented by the COVID-19 crisis, United Way and RTC Services have partnered on a new Grocery Delivery Service for Logan County's older adults. Residents 60 years and older can now call RTC (937-539-3351) for free grocery pick up and delivery. The service is available weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Here's how to get it set up.
1. Call 937-539-3351 to get into the system.
2. You'll then call a participating store to order and pay for your groceries via credit card.
3. RTC will pick up and deliver your order.
Stores include:
· Community Markets in Bellefontaine
· Fields IGA in West Mansfield
· Kroger in Bellefontaine
· Steve's Market in DeGraff
· Thoman's IGA in West Liberty
Of course, if you'd rather go to the store yourself, RTC can take you there. RTC is receiving $40,000 of your United Way donations this year to give seniors free rides to the store and medical appointments.
"Instead of giving the seniors a free ride to their food, now they'll be giving the food a free ride to the seniors," laughs Dave Bezusko, United Way Executive Director. "We salute the creativity of Tonya Reed, Russ Foust, and Tam Blakely for coming up with this solution to the Stay-at-Home order. It helps the population most vulnerable to COVID-19 so they don't have to go out and expose themselves to the virus just to get their groceries."
CALL (937) 539-3351 TO SET UP YOUR DELIVERY
For Immediate Release:
March 31, 2020
Bridges CAP Contact:
Mitch Marshall (937) 404-9203 mmarshall@bridgescap.org
Ohio Development Services Agency Contact:
Todd Walker (614) 644-0247
Todd.Walker@development.ohio.gov
Ohio Updates Application Process for Energy Assistance Programs in response to COVID-19
The Ohio Development Services Agency (Development) and Bridges CAP are working to help keep Ohioans safe during this time of emergency. Recently, Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency regarding COVID-19, and Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH has issued orders to limit social interactions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Effective immediately, Ohioans who are enrolling in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP) for the first time, applying for Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program, or have limited income, are no longer required to visit a local Energy Assistance Provider in order to complete an application. Please pick up a packet at the front door and return it with your documents to be completed. Appointments may be completed over the phone during the scheduled appointment time rather than face-to-face.
Ohioans can visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov to start their application and upload the required documents prior to their appointment. If a you do not have access to the internet and/or cannot upload your documentation, the local Energy Assistance Provider can complete your application over the phone. For a list of required documentation or to schedule an appointment call, 937-404-9203.
“Working with our local providers, we have been providing Ohio families with the support they need to manage their energy bills, and now this support is even more important,” said Lydia Mihalik, Director of the Ohio Development Services Agency. “The online application, in a normal scenario, makes it easier to apply and reduces the length of an in-person appointment, but now it is providing a bridge to assistance during an incredibly difficult time.”
Development will also extend the Winter Crisis Program (WCP) until May 1, 2020 to align with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s extended Winter Reconnect Order and the regular Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will be extended until June 1, 2020.
Development’s Interactive Voice Response phone lines will not be available, however Ohioans may continue to call (800) 282-0880 and select option 2, to be transferred to their local Energy Assistance Provider.
The Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program helps income-eligible Ohioans pay their heating bills and can assist with fuel tank placement, fuel tank testing and furnace repair. Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines to qualify for WCP and HEAP assistance. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $45,062.50. Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines to qualify for PIPP. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $38,625.00.
Ohioans that have a regulated utility and have been issued a disconnect notice are eligible for a one-time WCP benefit if they have not already received a WCP or regular HEAP benefit.
For more information about the features of the Winter Crisis Program locally and what is needed to apply, contact Mitch Marshall at 937-404-9203. Additional information can also be found at www.energyhelp.ohio.gov or by calling (800) 282-0880.
March 31, 2020
Bridges CAP Contact:
Mitch Marshall (937) 404-9203 mmarshall@bridgescap.org
Ohio Development Services Agency Contact:
Todd Walker (614) 644-0247
Todd.Walker@development.ohio.gov
Ohio Updates Application Process for Energy Assistance Programs in response to COVID-19
The Ohio Development Services Agency (Development) and Bridges CAP are working to help keep Ohioans safe during this time of emergency. Recently, Governor Mike DeWine declared a state of emergency regarding COVID-19, and Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH has issued orders to limit social interactions to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Effective immediately, Ohioans who are enrolling in the Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP) for the first time, applying for Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program, or have limited income, are no longer required to visit a local Energy Assistance Provider in order to complete an application. Please pick up a packet at the front door and return it with your documents to be completed. Appointments may be completed over the phone during the scheduled appointment time rather than face-to-face.
Ohioans can visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov to start their application and upload the required documents prior to their appointment. If a you do not have access to the internet and/or cannot upload your documentation, the local Energy Assistance Provider can complete your application over the phone. For a list of required documentation or to schedule an appointment call, 937-404-9203.
“Working with our local providers, we have been providing Ohio families with the support they need to manage their energy bills, and now this support is even more important,” said Lydia Mihalik, Director of the Ohio Development Services Agency. “The online application, in a normal scenario, makes it easier to apply and reduces the length of an in-person appointment, but now it is providing a bridge to assistance during an incredibly difficult time.”
Development will also extend the Winter Crisis Program (WCP) until May 1, 2020 to align with the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s extended Winter Reconnect Order and the regular Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will be extended until June 1, 2020.
Development’s Interactive Voice Response phone lines will not be available, however Ohioans may continue to call (800) 282-0880 and select option 2, to be transferred to their local Energy Assistance Provider.
The Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program helps income-eligible Ohioans pay their heating bills and can assist with fuel tank placement, fuel tank testing and furnace repair. Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines to qualify for WCP and HEAP assistance. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $45,062.50. Ohioans must have a gross income at or below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines to qualify for PIPP. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $38,625.00.
Ohioans that have a regulated utility and have been issued a disconnect notice are eligible for a one-time WCP benefit if they have not already received a WCP or regular HEAP benefit.
For more information about the features of the Winter Crisis Program locally and what is needed to apply, contact Mitch Marshall at 937-404-9203. Additional information can also be found at www.energyhelp.ohio.gov or by calling (800) 282-0880.
**Due to COVID-19 precautions, The MHDAS Board of Logan and Champaign counties, will be having a tele-conference board meeting on Tuesday March 31st at 5pm. The call in number for this meeting is 937-887-0215.**
FILE FOR UNEMPLOYMENT
If you have been laid off (even temporarily) or had your hours reduced because of COVID-19, click here to file for unemployment. The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has been working around the clock to streamline performance and boost capacity by adding servers so the online claims system can handle the unprecedented influx of claims, which has affected processing times. Several people we've talked to have had a shorter experience when filing during non-peak hours (late night, early morning). Those without internet access or who have case-specific questions can call 1-877-644-6562 (OHIO-JOB) from 7a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays.
FIND A NEW OR TEMPORARY JOB
MANY local workplaces are still operating and are hiring with immediate openings. Click here for a directory of opportunities compiled by the Logan County Department of Job & Family Services.
LIVE UNITED @ WORK
For many of us, this will be our first experience interacting with government agencies and social service organizations looking for help. If you work at AGC, CRSI, Global Precision Parts, Green Hills Community, Logan Acres, Logan County Board of DD, Mary Rutan Hospital, NEX Transport, RTC Services, or SpartanNash, you are eligible to confer one-on-one with Ashley Spence, United Way's Licensed Social Worker, to talk about ANY human service need. Simply call Ashley directly at (937) 935-9509 OR e-mail her to ask questions and seek guidance about any of these benefits and social services.
If you have been laid off (even temporarily) or had your hours reduced because of COVID-19, click here to file for unemployment. The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services has been working around the clock to streamline performance and boost capacity by adding servers so the online claims system can handle the unprecedented influx of claims, which has affected processing times. Several people we've talked to have had a shorter experience when filing during non-peak hours (late night, early morning). Those without internet access or who have case-specific questions can call 1-877-644-6562 (OHIO-JOB) from 7a.m. to 7 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays.
FIND A NEW OR TEMPORARY JOB
MANY local workplaces are still operating and are hiring with immediate openings. Click here for a directory of opportunities compiled by the Logan County Department of Job & Family Services.
LIVE UNITED @ WORK
For many of us, this will be our first experience interacting with government agencies and social service organizations looking for help. If you work at AGC, CRSI, Global Precision Parts, Green Hills Community, Logan Acres, Logan County Board of DD, Mary Rutan Hospital, NEX Transport, RTC Services, or SpartanNash, you are eligible to confer one-on-one with Ashley Spence, United Way's Licensed Social Worker, to talk about ANY human service need. Simply call Ashley directly at (937) 935-9509 OR e-mail her to ask questions and seek guidance about any of these benefits and social services.
United Way
Red Cross Blood Collection
Crisis Hotline
Call Center
- United Way has created the Clark Champaign Madison Covid-19 Community Fund.
- This fund is created to specifically address the most pressing needs that are occurring in all three counties that they serve.
- As with all United Way funding, the monies that are raised in each of our three communities, stays in each of the three counties.
- Their first priority in distributing the dollars that we receive in Champaign County would be with Caring Kitchen, Second Harvest Foodbank and food banks that may be in need.
- https://www.uwccmc.org/covid-19-community-fund
- United Way is receiving additional calls to 2-1-1 asking for assistance within the Champaign County community. Email Kara VanZant at kara.vanzant@uwccmc.org with any community updates and they will immediately pass those along to 2-1-1.
- The 2-1-1 database and blog can be found at https://uwccmc.org
Red Cross Blood Collection
- The American Red Cross now faces a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
- Here in Ohio, we have had 695 blood drives cancelled, resulting in 19,962 uncollected blood donations.
- Blood donation is considered an essential service to ensure the health of the community and is listed as an exception in the state order.
- While everyone is being asked to avoid mass gatherings, it’s very important to note that blood drives are not considered “mass gatherings.” Blood drives are controlled events with trained staff and appropriate safety measures to protect donors and our staff.
- The Red Cross remains open to take blood donations and people are encouraged to continue to donate blood so hospital patient care can continue.
- Schedule an appointment to give blood with the American Red Cross by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or calling 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Crisis Hotline
- Mental Health, Drug, & Alcohol Services Board (MHDAS) local Crisis Hotline is 1-800-224-0422 or 937-376-8701
- Ohio Crisis Textline : text “4HOPE” to 741741
Call Center
- Champaign Health District call center: 937-653-0110 or email health@champaignhd.com
- Ohio Department of Health call center: 1-833-4-ASK-ODH
SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK
With the assistance of the Ohio National Guard, they served hundreds of families during their drive-thru Mobile Pantry distributions. They are planning to conduct weekly drive-thru distributions moving forward. The next one is scheduled for Monday March 30 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Bellefontaine Kroger parking lot. Check this page for updates as they are scheduled.
OUR DAILY BREAD (223 Oakland Square, Bellefontaine)
Providing a carry out sack lunch available between 10:00 and 4:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday). Carry out hot meals available between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. Seeking donations of individual servings of vegetables, breakfast items, and juice boxes. Food pantry remains open. A letter of referral from a social service provider is necessary to access. Contact 937-592-9914 for more information.
LIFECARE ALLIANCE - Meals-on-Wheels
Continues to deliver critical meals daily to more than 160 homebound seniors and shut-ins in Logan County. Senior citizens needing home-delivered meals can contact (614) 278-3130 to sign up. There is a critical need for more volunteers to assist in the routes. They have established rapid response volunteer training to help on-board new volunteers quickly and seamlessly. Volunteers can call Ben Yeater at (614) 570-1053 for immediate training to start driving routes.
FOOD PANTRIES
Nine food pantries throughout Logan County continue to operate. Click here for a directory with updated locations and hours.
SCHOOL LUNCHES
All of our local school districts are providing meals for students. Contact your local school for details and updates on their distribution methods.
With the assistance of the Ohio National Guard, they served hundreds of families during their drive-thru Mobile Pantry distributions. They are planning to conduct weekly drive-thru distributions moving forward. The next one is scheduled for Monday March 30 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Bellefontaine Kroger parking lot. Check this page for updates as they are scheduled.
OUR DAILY BREAD (223 Oakland Square, Bellefontaine)
Providing a carry out sack lunch available between 10:00 and 4:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday). Carry out hot meals available between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. Seeking donations of individual servings of vegetables, breakfast items, and juice boxes. Food pantry remains open. A letter of referral from a social service provider is necessary to access. Contact 937-592-9914 for more information.
LIFECARE ALLIANCE - Meals-on-Wheels
Continues to deliver critical meals daily to more than 160 homebound seniors and shut-ins in Logan County. Senior citizens needing home-delivered meals can contact (614) 278-3130 to sign up. There is a critical need for more volunteers to assist in the routes. They have established rapid response volunteer training to help on-board new volunteers quickly and seamlessly. Volunteers can call Ben Yeater at (614) 570-1053 for immediate training to start driving routes.
FOOD PANTRIES
Nine food pantries throughout Logan County continue to operate. Click here for a directory with updated locations and hours.
SCHOOL LUNCHES
All of our local school districts are providing meals for students. Contact your local school for details and updates on their distribution methods.
If your employment has been effected due to Covid-19 lay offs, check out this resource of employers that are urgently hiring.
https://ood.ohio.gov/wps/wcm/connect/gov/4f04d44b-ee37-4d67-9db2-46c1fbd1975c/Urgent+Jobs+with+TSC+List.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CONVERT_TO=url&CACHEID=ROOTWORKSPACE.Z18_M1HGGIK0N0JO00QO9DDDDM3000-4f04d44b-ee37-4d67-9db2-46c1fbd1975c-n4jh.KL
https://ood.ohio.gov/wps/wcm/connect/gov/4f04d44b-ee37-4d67-9db2-46c1fbd1975c/Urgent+Jobs+with+TSC+List.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CONVERT_TO=url&CACHEID=ROOTWORKSPACE.Z18_M1HGGIK0N0JO00QO9DDDDM3000-4f04d44b-ee37-4d67-9db2-46c1fbd1975c-n4jh.KL
The MHDAS Board for Logan and Champaign Counties is in need of facemasks for our Behavioral Health providers, our Peer Recovery Support locations and recovery houses.
Can you, or someone you know sew? If you have the ability to sew, and would be willing to assist by donating face masks to distribute to our community partners, please contact us here on FB or at 937-465-1045 to coordinate drop-off / pick-up.
Can you, or someone you know sew? If you have the ability to sew, and would be willing to assist by donating face masks to distribute to our community partners, please contact us here on FB or at 937-465-1045 to coordinate drop-off / pick-up.
A Message from the Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Services Board of Logan & Champaign Counties:
It is going to be hard - but we will get through it.
Asking for help is okay. We are here for you.
If you need to talk with someone, please call:
Crisis Hotline#: 1-800-224-0422 or 937-376-8701
Crisis Textline: Text - 4HOPE to 741741
MHDAS Board Office: 937-465-1045
Mental Health and Addiction Services continue to be available in Logan & Champaign Counties.
3/20/2020
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March 20, 2020
For Immediate Release:
Mental Health and Addiction Services continue to be
available in Logan & Champaign Counties
As of today (3-20-2020) TCN Behavioral Health is open during regular business hours M-F at their Bellefontaine and Urbana locations and by appointment in Russel’s Point.
Walk In Hours:
- Bellefontaine Office, 118 Maple Ave, Bellefontaine, Mon & Wed 8:30am
- Urbana Office, 1522 E. St Rt 36, Suite A, Urbana, Tues & Thurs 8:30am.
TCN Administration and staff are taking strict precautions to protect the safety of both the clients and the staff by using the recommended precautions and prevention measures from the Center for Disease Control and the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.
A full continuum of services from prevention and health promotion to assessment, treatment and recovery supports including group and individual counseling, IOP, residential treatment, medications, case management, and recovery housing.
The MHDAS Board is working with TCN Behavioral Health to expand service options in telehealth to allow for providing treatment services to clients by telemedicine/telephone, WebEx, Facetime, or voice calling. This would allow clients to receive services in alternative methods to meet current needs. Revision of state and federal rules for billing and best practice guidelines for delivering quality behavioral health treatment is necessary to make this available. It is a monumental move for Ohio respond to current needs in this way.
It is imperative that we get the message out to everyone that Mental Health and Addiction treatment is available to anyone. We care about our communities and we want to be there to continue providing support in this difficult and uncharted time for everyone.
You can contact the offices at:
37-599-1975 – Bellefontaine
937-653-5583 – Urbana
Crisis Line 1-800-224-0422 or 937-376-8701
Please reach out ---- Help and HOPE are Here.
- Tammy Nicholl, Executive Director
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol Services Board
- Lori Strobl, CEO
TCN Behavioral Health
PAX Tools strategies during COVID-19 response:
For many of us, this week has brought new realities and challenges. Maybe we're trying to work from home, care for our children, and/or navigating how to facilitate their learning all at the same time. Make time today to discuss and co-create expectations for this new setting.
Shared Vision is a discussion-based sharing of expectations for an environment or upcoming activity. While creating a Shared Vision, you and your children list the things they want to se MORE and LESS of.
Your Shared Vision for the coming weeks may include things like:
- See MORE: Kids working on assignments, smiles, and sharing while playing
- Hear MORE: "Thank you", "Please", asking for help
- Feel MORE: Happy, calm, engages
- Do MORE: Play, laughter, work, reading, talking to each other
- See LESS: Messy bedroom, grumpy faces, school work unfinished
- Hear LESS: Arguing, yelling, name-calling
- Feel LESS: Board, Fear
- Do LESS: Fighting, making messes, not completing assignments
Think about what a Shared Vision could look like for your family. How could talking about things, especially expectations help each of you be more successful in the next coming weeks. Check out this short video on Shared Vision here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8UdgcR1LLw
Check back in the coming weeks for more helpful tips from PAX Tools!
Questions? Post them here or send us a message!
For many of us, this week has brought new realities and challenges. Maybe we're trying to work from home, care for our children, and/or navigating how to facilitate their learning all at the same time. Make time today to discuss and co-create expectations for this new setting.
Shared Vision is a discussion-based sharing of expectations for an environment or upcoming activity. While creating a Shared Vision, you and your children list the things they want to se MORE and LESS of.
Your Shared Vision for the coming weeks may include things like:
- See MORE: Kids working on assignments, smiles, and sharing while playing
- Hear MORE: "Thank you", "Please", asking for help
- Feel MORE: Happy, calm, engages
- Do MORE: Play, laughter, work, reading, talking to each other
- See LESS: Messy bedroom, grumpy faces, school work unfinished
- Hear LESS: Arguing, yelling, name-calling
- Feel LESS: Board, Fear
- Do LESS: Fighting, making messes, not completing assignments
Think about what a Shared Vision could look like for your family. How could talking about things, especially expectations help each of you be more successful in the next coming weeks. Check out this short video on Shared Vision here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8UdgcR1LLw
Check back in the coming weeks for more helpful tips from PAX Tools!
Questions? Post them here or send us a message!
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