COVID-19
All North Carolinians age 5 and older are eligible to be vaccinated.
ADANC recognizes the complexity and frequent changes in COVID-19 policies, and resources. This page is dedicated as a one-stop hub to find the latest information and resources for you or a loved one. Whether you are a consumer, a parent/legal guardian, healthcare worker, veteran, etc. we will have the latest information available and accessible. Please reach out to info@adanc.org for questions or accessibility issues.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Vaccine Location ToolVaccine Help Center Hotline: 888-675-4567 | Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL)Phone Number: 888-667-1199 |
How do I find a COVID-19 Vaccine or Booster?- CDC | COVID-19 Booster Shot Information- CDC |
Blue Cross Blue Shield Information and Resources | COVID-19 Vaccine Communication Toolkit |
In-Home Vaccination: The state of North Carolina is offering in-home COVID-19 vaccination appointments for individuals who find it difficult to leave their homePhone number: 866-303-0026 | Vaccine Information from AARP |
General Resources
NC211:Can provide helpful resources during COVID-19 in addition to general resources.Phone number: 888-892-1162 | COVID-19 Triage Plus:Provides information to patients about coronavirus and case management to ensure patients get the care they need.Phone number: 877-490-6642 |
NCDHHS:This website offers materials and resources for people during the COVID-19 pandemic. | North Carolina State Updates on COVID-19:Puts out the latest updates on COVID-19 in addition to resources by category. |
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):Helpful information on Coronavirus and what you can do to protect yourself and others. | The Autism Society of North Carolina, COVID19 Resource PageProvides webinars, blogs, toolkits, and other relevant resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic for people with disabilities. |
COVID-19 testing site locater | Risk factors for severe illness from COVID-19 |
North Carolina Child Care Resource and Referral Council:This is a resource for parents who are looking for child care and other resources for their children.Phone number: 888-600-1685 | NCDHHS Support Services Program:While this program is closed, the link lists other food resources across the state. |
The Center for Volunteer Caregiving:This volunteer-based agency provides transportation, in-home connections, and caregiver support to eligible seniors and people with disabilities.Phone number: 919-460-0567Service Area: Wake County | Disability & Disaster HotlineThis is a hotline for people with disabilities during disasters and times of crisis. When you call the number, you will leave a voicemail explaining your need and an expert will call you back within 24 hours.Phone number: 800-626-4959Hours: 24/7 |
Legal Aid of NC:Offers information on a variety of different topics impacted by COVID-19, including, housing, employment, and education.Phone number: 866-219-5262 | Guidance on when “Long COVID” should be considered a Disability |
Resources for People with “Long COVID” | NC non-congregate sheltering Access Points:This list of agencies by county may be able to assist an individual who needs a non-congregate shelter situation due to testing positive for COVID-19, exposure to COVID-19, or being high risk to contract the virus. |
COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 At-Home Testing Eligible for Reimbursement by Insurance Companies and Group Health Plans | |
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Alternative Communication
CommunicationFIRST, COVID-19 Communication Rights Toolkit:This resource has guidance for people with speech impairments on communication in health care settings, specifically during the COVID-19 pandemic. | Autistic Self-Advocacy Network, Plain Language COVID-19 Resources:This resource offers information about COVID-19 and other related topics in a plain language format. |
Technology Resources: Free/Reduced Price
The North Carolina Department of Information Technology:This website lists public locations where free access to the internet is available. | The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)This program provides a monthly discount on internet service and a one-time discount on a connected device, such as a laptop.ACP support Center: (877) 384-2575 |
TracFone:In partnership with SafeLink Wireless, they may be able to provide extra services through a combination of Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program. If you are a recipient of SNAP or Medicaid, you may be eligible. | PCs for People:Offers low-cost laptops, desktops, and portable internet to eligible individuals. Please see the link for more information. |
Kramden Institute:Offers reduced-price computers to eligible individuals with low incomes.Phone number: 919-293-1133 |
Parents/Legal Guardians/Families
The ADA and Face Mask Policies | Individuals, Families, and Communities |
Virtual Family Assistance Center | “Virtual IEP Meeting Tip Sheet” |
Housing
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Emergency Rental Assistance Toolkit:This website allows individuals to search for rental assistance resources in their state | NC Homeowners Assistance FundThis program helps eligible homeowners in North Carolina pay for mortgage reinstatement or other housing-related costs. |
Financial Resilience
The Central Piedmont Community Action Inc., CARES NC:They are offering assistance to eligible individuals impacted by the Coronavirus pandemic for needs, such as housing, transportation, and employment.Service Area: Durham, Orange, Chatham, and Randolph counties | Johnston-Lee-Harnett Community Action Agency:Offers CARES NC funding to individuals who apply and qualify. Also, offers a self-sufficiency program to help people with low incomes become independent. |
Financial Resilience Center:Set up through the National Disability Institute to help people with disabilities and chronic health conditions build financial resilience and navigate through challenging times.Sign up for financial counseling | Applying for Unemployment Benefits in NCCustomer Service Number: 888-737-0259 |
Food
Text: FoodNC to 877-877This text will pull up the three closest drive-thru/pick-up meal sites for children 18 and younger | Feeding AmericaAllows individuals to search for food banks in any part of the country by entering a Zip Code in their search tool. |
Food Bank of Eastern and Central NC:They serve 34 counties throughout the state. Their website helps individuals find local food pantries and provides other relevant resources.Phone number: 919-875-0707 |
Mental Health
Hope4NC:A helpline to provide mental health support to any North Carolinian who needs it.Phone number: 855-587-3463 | Disaster Distress Helpline:Assists people who are experiencing emotional distress during a disaster by providing counseling, support, and referrals to local behavioral health services.Phone number: 800-985-5990 |
Hope4Healers:A helpline that can provide mental health support to health care workers that are experiencing stress from being on the frontlines of the COVID-19 response.Phone number: 919-226-2002 | NAMI NC’s COVID-19 Resources:Information and resources to assist people during the Pandemic. A NAMI NC helpline is also set up to provide additional resources and support.NAMI NC Helpline: 800-451-9682 (voice)NAMI NC Helpline: 919-999-6527 (text) |
Warm Line:This allows you to connect with a peer support specialist 24/7. This is a non-crisis support line.Phone number: 833-390-7728 |
Recreation
Durham Center for Senior Life:Offers virtual and in-person programming for seniors age 55 and older.Phone number: 919-688-8247 | Special Olympics, School of Strength:Has workout videos hosted by a WWE Athlete and athletes with disabilities. |
ARC Triangle University:Offers a wide variety of classes in topics, such as cooking, self-advocacy, and art. Please see their website for fees and to registerPhone number: 919-942-5119 | Orange County Virtual Senior Center Programs:The senior centers in Orange county are offering both in-person and virtual programs.Aging Helpline: 919-968-2087 |
Social Distancing Activities |
Resources for People who are Homeless
Oak City Cares:This day center for people who are experiencing homelessness offers mobile showers, laundry, weekend meals, and care coordination. They also offer on-site medical services through Advance Community Health, including COVID-19 testing.Phone number: 984-344-9599 | House Wake! Access Hub:Provides referrals to local agencies that assist people who are homeless.Phone number: 919-443-0096 |
Entry Point Durham:This agency assists people who are homeless in Durham by connecting them with resources to remedy their situation.Phone number: 984-287-8313 | Raleigh Rescue Mission:Offers a wide range of services for people who are homeless including, The New Life Plan Program. Please see their website for more information.Phone number: 919-828-9014 |
The Orange County Housing Helpline:A resource to help individuals who are homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless get connected with shelters, emergency financial assistance, and other resources.Phone number: 919-245-2655Email: housinghelp@orangecountync.gov | The Franklin County Department of Social Services:Provides general assistance to individuals who need help meeting basic needs such as shelter, food, and medications.Phone number: 919-496-5721 |
The Johnston County Department of Social Services:Helps people who are homeless by providing resources for where they can go to meet basic needs.Phone number: 919-989-5300 |
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ADANC reconoce la complejidad y los cambios frecuentes en las políticas y recursos de COVID-19. Esta página está dedicada como un centro único para encontrar la información y los recursos más recientes para usted o un ser querido. Si usted es un consumidor, padre / tutor legal, trabajador de la salud, veterano, etc., tendremos la última información disponible y accesible. Póngase en contacto con info@adanc.org para preguntas o problemas de accesibilidad.
Carolina del Norte ha lanzado un nuevo portal web COVID-19 en nc.gov/covid19 para recopilar toda la información relacionada con COVID-19, por lo que es el lugar para obtener información COVID-19 de todo el gobierno estatal, incluida la salud pública, el desempleo, los parques, tribunales, oficinas estatales y más.
Información sobre las vacunas contra el COVID-19