Fourth District COVID-19 Resources

Vaccine & Testing Information in the Fourth District

The Biden Administration just announced availability of free COVID test kits via the government’s official website, www.COVIDtests.gov. 

The site provides information about testing and a link to the U.S. Postal Service – special.usps.com/testkits – where people can order up to four rapid tests to be sent to their home address. Or for phone, people can order kits by calling 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489). Kits will be mailed through the U.S. Postal Service within 7 to 12 days. On the flip side, the FTC offers this advice about how to avoid buying fake COVID tests online. 

The tests are completely free. There are no shipping costs, and you don’t have to give a credit card or bank account number. You only need to give a name and address. You also can order for other people who may not have online access. Once you place an order, you’ll get an order confirmation number. If you give your email address, you’ll also get an order confirmation email and delivery updates. Anyone who asks for additional information is a scammer. So, remember:

•    Go to COVIDtests.gov to order your free COVID test kits from the federal government. If you click to order, you’ll be redirected to special.usps.com/testkits. If you follow a link from another website, double-check the URL that shows in your browser’s address bar.
•    No one will call, text, or email you from the federal government to ask for your information to “help” you order free kits. Only a scammer will contact you, asking for information like your credit card, bank account, or Social Security number. Do not respond. Instead, report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.

Vaccines

Gwinnett, Rockdale and Newton county residents can visit the GRN Health Department website to get more information on the vaccine. DeKalb residents who want the vaccine, call 404-294-3700 or send an email to dekalbcovid19.vaccine@dph.ga.gov. For a one-stop shop for all vaccine information in DeKalb, visit: https://www.dekalbhealth.net/mobile-covid-19-vaccination-clinic/.

Congressioinal Coronavirus Relief Packages

Our nation is facing one of the gravest health and economic emergencies in over 100 years. The coronavirus pandemic has had a deep impact on every aspect of American life — and
bold action is required to address the health emergency, mitigate the economic damage and provide for a strong recovery.

Since the beginning of the epidemic, House Democrats have focused on ensuring our nation’s response puts workers and families first: their health, their wages and their wellbeing.
We have already passed and signed into law four sweeping pieces of legislation:

• American Rescue Plan
• The Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act
• The Families First Coronavirus Response Act
• The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act
• An Interim Emergency Package Aiding Small Businesses, Hospitals and Health Care Workers

Together, these laws dramatically expand critical financial lifelines for families, establish new benefits and protections for workers, create new tools for small businesses to meet
payroll and other expenses, and provide relief for students and schools.

This updated Families First Coronavirus Constituent Service Resource Toolkit will help you understand all the benefits that are available to you and your community — and how to
access them. 

STATE & LOCAL GOVERNMENTS AND SCHOOLS 

For the latest updates from the Governor's office | For latst updates from: DeKalb County | Gwinnett | Rockdale | Newton | For the latest updates from DeKalb Schools | Gwinnett Schools | Rockdale Schools | Newton Schools

DISASTER LOANS FOR SMALL BUSINESSES

Congressman Johnson's Small Business Guide | List of PPP lenders in Georgia

Small Business Economic Injury Disaster Loans: Page 1 | Page 2 | 

Businesses affected by COVID-19 can apply online on the SBA website – look in the upper right corner for the apply online link. 

FOOD SECURITY

Food Banks in DeKalb County | Rockdale County | Gwinnett County | Newton County

UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE

If you or a loved one has recently been laid off from work, you may be able to file for Unemployment Insurance through the Georgia Department of Labor. For more, click HERE. 

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE

One in five people in the U.S. has a mental health condition. But as a result of this pandemic, 4 in 10 people report experiencing symptoms of anxeity or depression and over half of the U.S. said COVID-19 has had a negative impact on their mental health. Don't suffer in silience For more, call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or click HERE . 

COVID-19 VA INFO FOR VETERANS

U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs 

*NEW: Recipients of VA benefits will automatically receive automatic Economic Impact Payments

AVOID COVID-19 SCAMS

Officials warn of financial fraud linked to COVID-19 | National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors: provides consumers with information to avoid scams, tips on who to contact regarding health claims/questions, as well as how to find licensed, knowledgeable, ethical individuals to assist with financial security planning. 

USDA Warns of Scams Targeting SNAP Recipients: Be on the lookout for potential scammers using the COVID-19 situation to steal personal information. If SNAP participants are unsure if a request for information is legitimate, USDA advises they contact their local SNAP office.

HOUSING HELP