This post is a reference point for resources that have also been shared on the OLOTEAS Facebook group, so that people can find those resources if they don’t use Facebook or don’t want to scroll through all the posts there. Resources here are to help with financial assistance and other practical needs during the disruptions caused by the COVID19 Pandemic. If you have other resources to suggest, please send email to oloteas@oloteas.org.
Washington State government resources for individuals and families, inluding financial, food and housing, health insurance, info for caregivers, info for immigrants, and more.
Washington State government resources for business and workers impaced by COVID 19
Washington State Employment Security Division info about unemployment benefits available during the COVID19 outbreak
Seattle Area Mutual Aid request form (includes option to sign up to offer help as well); link connects to Google doc
Practical Tips for Staying Safe/Avoiding Transmission
How to avoid bringing coronavirus into your home
Washington State Department of Health guidance about cloth face masks
Behavioral Health Resources
8 Ways to Cope During this Crappy, Crappy Time
Online Recovery Meetings
Helpful article about managing stress and grief during the pandemic
Washington Warm Line for mental health challenges that do NOT include suicidal thoughts
24 Hour Crisis/Suicide Prevention Line 1-866-427-4747
A more Pagan-specifc approach to pandemic community support