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Corona Virus Information for Students, Faculty, and Staff: Resources for Sheltering in Place
Waiting out the Virus
This page contains practical resources for getting through the lockdown period.
The Bare Necessities of Life
HELP!
Food
- Need Food?Find a food pantry or other food assistance near you. From the Community Food Bank of NJ.
- SNAP AssistanceFrom the Community Food Bank of NJ, assistance applying for food benefits.
Medical Assistance
If it's an emergency, dial 911!
Regional Hospitals with Emergency Rooms
Call first if possible.
AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center
| Atlantic City | Galloway | Hammonton |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City Campus 1925 Pacific Avenue Atlantic City, NJ 08401 (609) 345-4000 |
Mainland Campus 65 W Jimmie Leeds Road Pomona, NJ 08205 (609) 652-1000 |
Satellite Emergency Department Hammonton, NJ 609-704-3360 |
Shore Medical Center
100 Medical Center Way, Somers Point, NJ 08244
Call: 609-653-3500
Toll Free: 866-40-SHORE (866-407-4673)
Cape Regional Health Care
2 Stone Harbor Boulevard
Cape May Court House, NJ
(609) 463-CAPE (2273)
I​nspira Health Emergency Room
1505 West Sherman Ave.
Vineland, NJ 08360
(856) 641-8000
Substance Abuse Support
Alcoholics Anonymous: Helpful Links:
- ReachNJ hotline: 1-844-ReachNJ [24-hour-a-day, 7 day-a-week addictions]
Unemployed?
- Who is eligible for unemployment in NJ?From NJ.com, information from the State Department of Labor and more.
No Place to Go?
- Mortgage Relief, No EvictionsFrom NJ.com, information on mortgage relief, and links to articles on temporary prohibition of evictions.
Feel Threatened?
- CHILD ABUSE/NEGLECT HOTLINE
1-877-NJ ABUSE (652-2873)
1-800-835-5510 (TTY)
24 hours a day - 7 days a week- New Jersey Domestic Violence Hotline
1 (800) 572-SAFE (7233)
24 hours a day/7 days a week
- New Jersey Domestic Violence Hotline
- New Jersey Coalition Against Sexual Assault (NJCASA) Hotline
1 (800) 601-7200
24 hours a day/7 days a week - Women's Referral Central Hotline
1 (800) 322-8092
24 hours a day/7 days a week - New Jersey Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) Hotline
1 (877) 218-9133
Toll Free-Non-Emergency - More NJ Hotlines
Help for many situations.
Need to Talk?
Assistance from the American Psychiatric Association
If you are a patient or family member or friend in need of immediate assistance:
- Disaster Distress Helpline
Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 - National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call 800-273-8255 or Chat with Lifeline - Crisis Textline
Text TALK to 741741
More Resources
- Mental Health Hotline: 866-202-4357 [7 days a week 8AM to 8PM]
- Family Helpline: 1-800-843-5437
- @NJVET2VET: 1-866-838-7654
- New Jersey Council of County College's Coronavirus Financial Assistance Resources.If your job has been impacted, if you need food/financial assistance, or if you need help caring for a family member with special needs, check out this link.
- New Jersey Council of County College's Coronavirus Health Resources.If you think you are sick, need to reach the health department, need health insurance or need access to mental health professionals.
Working from Home
Staying Safe
- Handwashing: Clean Hands Save LivesFrom the CDC.
- How long can the virus remain on a surface?The NY Times reviews the current research on 3/24/2020.
- Here's everything you need to know about social distancingFrom CNN, a really good explanation of how to practice social distancing. Dos and don't for most situations.
- Safe Grocery ShoppingThis is probably overkill for most people, since Covid-19 does not appear to be easily spread through hand contact with virus particles, but anyone who has a compromised immune system or cares for someone who does will find this video useful.
It's My Job!
- COVID-19: Information for Healthcare ProfessionalsFrom the NJ Department of Health
- Information for Healthcare ProfessionalsFrom the CDC
- Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)From Nursing World.
- New England Journal of MedicineAll research on the Coronavirus published in the NEJM is available for free at this time.
- NEJM Videos in Clinical MedicineTraining videos for clinical professionals, from NEJM. These are available free for the duration of the coronavirus outbreak. Scroll down to get to the list. Also available in PDF format.
Great Stuff for Kids
- How to Get Outside (Safely) with the Kids During the Coronavirus QuarantineFrom New Jersey Family.
- Storyline OnlineA production of SAG/AFTRA. Videos of well-known actors reading children's books.
- Storytime Online ResourcesLinks to resources for amusing young children. Stories, music, games.
- Baldwin Library of Historical Children's Literatureprint collection at University of Florida
- LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems!From the Kennedy Center.
Things to Do
Use the Library Online!
Explore the digital collections of your local public library.
- Atlantic County Library Digital MediaEbooks, audio books, music, magazines. If you are not already a member, the county will issue a temporary card online.
- Cape May County Library Digital MediaDigital books, audiobooks, music, films, television. You can get a borrower's card online.
Use the menu to discover things you can borrow online. - Atlantic City Free Public LibraryEbooks and other resources available; cubside pickup is available for print items. You can now get a library card or renew your membership online.
Museums Online
- Philadelphia Academy of the Fine Arts: PAFA from HomeExhibits and continuing education programs online.
Performances and Speakers
- Filmed on StageLinks to free streaming theater productions on film.
- WhatsOnStageMore streaming theater, from the UK.
- Archives of the 92nd Street YArts, music, science, business, politics, lifestyle.
- Stay at Home FestMusic, storytelling, and other online arts events. Not all are suitable for young audiences.
Online Courses for Fun
Learn a Language!
Your public library provides access to Rosetta Stone for learning many languages. Some libraries also offer Mango Languages. Check out the digital resources at your local public library.
- More coursesGreat links from Princeton Public Library.
Outdoors
- Edwin B. Forsyth National Wildlife RefugeThe refuge is open.
Exercise and Wellness
- The 50 Best Free Workout Resources You Can Find OnlineFrom the Huffington Post.
- Online dance classes are booming: 8 places to keep you moving through quarantineFrom the Los Angeles Times.
Credits
This guide was developed by Leslie Murtha, Atlantic Cape Community College Libraries.
Published 2020.last updated 6/21/2021.