LibGuides: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Massachusetts Libraries: Information for Patrons

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Coronavirus Basics

Coronavirus COVID-19
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
COVID-19 Fact Sheets
Mass Department of Public Health. Available to print in several languages.
Map: Tracking the Spread of Coronavirus in the U.S.
npr
Coronavirus Disease 2019 vs the Flu
Johns Hopkins Medicine
The Coronavirus Outbreak
NY Times

Online Library Events Calendars (MBLC)
Libraries have moved their programs online! There are so many offerings to choose from, so we have given you eight calendars spanning Massachusetts. But you don't need to be nearby, so feel free to explore them all. Browse event by city/town or network.
First Lady of the Commonwealth & Massachusetts Libraries' Video Library (MBLC)
Here, you'll find a collection of educational and entertaining videos, submitted by librarians and volunteers across Massachusetts. Includes story times; art projects; science experiments; sing-a-longs, and more!

Boston Public Library -- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources
Noteworthy: Categories for adults, kids, seniors, tweens, and teens with extensive resources for each
Berkshire Athenaeum (Pittsfield) -- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Community Resource Guide
Noteworthy: Community resources, how to help, common questions
Lynnfield Public Library -- COVID-19 Resources
Noteworthy: Grief resources, beware of scams
Worcester Public Library -- Facebook page
Frequent updates featuring library services and program, community resources, and more.
Boston College Libraries -- COVID-19
Noteworthy: history of pandemics, fiction about pandemics

To Take Care of Others, Start by Taking Care of Yourself
Harvard Business Review
Helping Children Cope (Ready.gov)
Includes tips, risk factors, and additional resources.
Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource (NASP/NASN)
Guidelines from the National Association of School Psychologists and National Association of School Nurses
Supporting Individuals with Autism through Uncertain Times
A toolkit with seven strategies and corresponding resources, from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Education and Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute.

Free eBooks about COVID -19 for Children
A curated collection of free e-books for children of varying ages and in multiple languages. From the New York City School Library System.
Just For Kids: A Comic Exploring The New Coronavirus (NPR)
Comic that includes information from healthcare experts interviewed for an NPR story. Can also be printed and folded into a zine.
First Aid for Feelings workbook
Free from Scholastic. Available in English and Spanish.
COVID-19 Time Capsule
Printable pages to record feelings, family moments, memories, letter to self and more.
Coronavirus Infographic and Game (Tumblehome Books)
Free resources for teaching children about the Coronavirus and hygiene.

Virtual School Librarian
Statewide digital resources to ensure all students and teachers have the services of a school librarian to find high-quality information, tools and strategies to continue developing media literacy and research skills. Also includes a virtual "Ask a School Librarian" service. Simply fill out the form; all questions and comments will receive a response from participating school librarians.

Coronavirus 2019: Older Adults (CDC)
Includes information about steps to reduce risk of getting sick; stress and coping; symptoms; developing care plan; senior living facilities
People at Risk for Serious Illness from COVID-19 (CDC)
Includes information for older adults, people with HIV, people with asthma, pregnant women, and steps to prevent getting sick
Coronavirus and COVID-19: Caregiving for the Elderly
John Hopkins Medicine

Mental Health and Coping During COVID-19 (CDC)
Care for Your Coronavirus Anxiety (Shine)
"Resources for anxiety and your mental health in a global climate of uncertainty."
Maintaining Emotional Health & Well-Being During the COVID-19 Outbreak (Mass DMH)
Resources and tips to help boost emotional health and well-being during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Five Ways to View Coverage of the Coronavirus (APA)
Tips to help you manage your anxiety, put news reports in perspective and maintain a positive outlook.

Coping During a Time of Isolation and Uncertainty
Resources to Support Each Other to Engage in Social Interaction (compiled by Lisa Drennan, MERGE Consulting)

Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor.
Disaster Distress Helpline (Call: 1-800-985-5990)
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support

Find a Therapist in Massachusetts (Psychology Today)
Includes qualifications, specialities, and a personal statement.
Therapist Matcher (NASW MA)
"Therapy Matcher, formerly know as The Social Work Therapy Referral Service (SWTRS), is a public service of the MA Chapter of NASW. Since 1983 this free telephone referral service has connected thousands of people with licensed independent clinical social workers (LICSWs) across Massachusetts."

NAMI Massachusetts COMPASS
"COMPASS is the information and referral helpline at NAMI Massachusetts. We provide resources and support to help people navigate the complex mental health system and problem solve in difficult circumstances...The COMPASS helpline is available Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (excluding holidays). Call us at 617-704-6264 or 1-800-370-9085, or email us at compass@namimass.org."
NAMI Massachusetts Family Support Groups
Meeting now by conference call instead of in-person.

Disaster Lit (NLM)
Database for Disaster Medicine and Public Health
LitCovid (NLM/NIH)
Curated literature hub for tracking up-to-date scientific information about the 2019 novel Coronavirus.
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak (WHO)
Information, updates, and research from the World Health Organization

Ask a Law Librarian
Although the Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries (TCLL) are currently closed to the public for in-person visits, our staff is available Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. via chat, email, and phone to answer any legal research and reference question
Request Law Library Documents
While the TCLL cannot lend books, document delivery is available. Also, anyone without a TCLL library card can request a temporary ecard to access online resources available to TCLL cardholders.
Massachusetts law about...
Recently, TCLL librarians created a Covid-19 web page with up to date legal resources. The new page, along with about 180 pages/topics, can be found at our Massachusetts Law about web site. The Law about pages cover a host of legal topics and provide a great starting place to help find pertinent statutes, regulations, print, and online resources.
Massachusetts law about COVID-19
Includes information about Massachusetts laws and regulations, Federal laws and resources, and how to contact the Trial Court Law Libraries