Helpful Links for COVID-19 Response
I know many of you have concerns about COVID-related issues and it is hard to find information on all of the various state websites. I’ve put together a list of links to some of the most important information to help you and your family.
Minnesota Dept. of Health
- Covid-19 Daily Updates from MN Dept. of Health: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/situation.html
- Symptoms & Testing Locations: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/symptoms.html
- Guidelines for Sports, Churches, Day Services for those with Disabilities & other Community settings: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/communities.html
- General Info: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/index.html
- MN Helpline: For questions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, call 651-297-1304 or 1-800-657-3504; Mon.-Fri.: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Minnesota Unemployment Links for Employees and Business Owners: https://www.uimn.org/
Minnesota Dept. of Employment & Economic Development:
- State & Federal Help for Small Businesses: https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/covid/safework/business/small-business/
- General Info for Businesses: https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/covid/safework/business/resources/
- Resources for Workers: https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/covid/safework/workers/resources/
- Guidelines for Businesses to Re-Open by industry: https://mn.gov/deed/newscenter/covid/safework/business/
Resources for Parents:
- Childcare Resources: https://mn.gov/childcare/
- MN Department of Education: https://education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/health/covid19/
- MN Dept. of Health Guidelines for Schools, Camps, Daycare, etc.: https://www.health.state.mn.us/diseases/coronavirus/schools/index.html
- Minnesota State High School League: https://www.mshsl.org/
Resources for Seniors/Caregivers:
- CDC Guide for Retirement & Independent Living Facilities: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/retirement/index.html
- CDC Guide for Living or Visiting Retirement Facilities: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/retirement/residents.html
- CDC Checklist for Older Adults: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/retirement/checklist.html
Taxes: https://www.revenue.state.mn.us/our-response-covid-19
Driver’s Licenses: https://dps.mn.gov/divisions/dvs/news/Pages/frequently-asked-questions.aspx
Local Businesses:
- Maple Grove Small Business Emergency Loan Program: https://www.maplegrovemn.gov/business/covidelf
- Rogers’ Small Business Emergency Assistance Program: https://www.rogersmn.gov/small-business-emergency-assistance-program
- Hennepin County Small Business Grants: https://www.hennepin.us/business-support
