COVID-19

SNAP benefits and Medicaid resources and information via the Florida Department of Children and Families.

Testing sites for COVID-19 in Manatee, Sarasota, Polk Counties.

If your employment has been affected by state efforts to eradicate the COVID-19 virus, you may be eligible for government assistance.

All resources from Childcare.Gov for finding reliable and safe care for children, conduct background checks, and more.

General information and resources from Florida’s DCF division.

Free resources for families and teachers including resources categorized by age and best practices for distance learning.

From the Florida Department of Transportation, organized by district.

Directory via FloridaHousingSearch.com for finding affordable housing in Florida.

Full directory of community/state organizations resources for individuals, families and small business / donation and volunteer opportunities.

The latest news regarding the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and Emergency Family and Medical Leave Act (EFLMA) as well as materials for employers.

Apply for disaster assistance in the form of low-interest loans. Meant to assist businesses, renters, and homeowners located in regions affected by declared disasters.

Highlights of The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)

View a recent list via Forbes of national and state relief programs available now.

Helps employers retain their workforce in times of temporary slowdown by encouraging work sharing as an alternative to layoff.

The Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) authorizes up to $349 billion in forgivable loans to small businesses to pay their employees during the COVID-19 crisis.