STATE OF OREGON
NEW STATE FRAMEWORK
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There has been recent promising news on the treatment and vaccine front, but these developments alone will not protect us from COVID-19. We continue to build up testing capacity, investigate and contract trace cases, and provide support for those who need to isolate or quarantine to recover and protect others. The new framework puts counties into "risk" categories which determines what restrictions there are.
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Oregon has reopened!!
COVID-19 & MENTAL HEALTH
"We recognize that people affected by mental illness face additional challenges dealing with COVID-19. Now, more than ever, it’s important to remember that there is no health without mental health. During these difficult times, we encourage you to take care of yourselves and check in on loved ones. You are not alone, and we will get through this together."
—Daniel H. Gillison, Jr. | NAMI CEO
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CLICK HERE FOR NAMI'S RESOURCE GUIDE
HAGA CLIC PARA EL LIBRO DE RECURSOS DE NAMI
The Resource Guides are now available in a print version! Email info@namicc.org to request yours today!
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NAMI Offers These Tips For People With Mental Illness:
For anyone who is unsure about attending therapy sessions outside the home, especially those who the CDC has described as being at higher risk, you can ask your health care provider about tele-therapy or mental health services online. We at NAMI Clackamas continue to explore new ways to to offer remote support and education to those in need. Visit our PROGRAMS page to see what online classes and support groups we are currently offering.
For anyone who is worried about access to prescribed medications, you can ask your health care provider about getting 90-day supplies vs. a 60 or 30-day supply. If this is not possible, we encourage you to refill your medications as soon as they are allowed.
Note: If healthcare providers deny/decline making accommodations, challenge the decisions at least three times. Decision-makers on making health plan adjustments may change if/as conditions worsen.
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Listen to and follow your local public health care provider expectations.
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Provide self-care, especially if in the higher risk population as defined by the CDC. Pay attention to emerging symptoms. Reach out to family and friends.
NAMI also strongly encourages people to check the the top resources listed above for daily for accurate information and updates.
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NAMI CLACKAMAS ONLINE TOOLKIT
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Inspired by, and including great info from The Mighty's digital toolkit, we have put together an online resource page full of resources and self-care tools to incorporate into your daily routine!
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CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE TOOLKIT
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HOW RIGHT NOW Campaign
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How Right Now is an initiative to address people’s feelings of grief, loss and worry during the COVID-19 pandemic. Overall, it aims to increase people’s ability to adapt and be resilient during this time. The How Right Now initiative is funded by the CDC Foundation. www.howrightnow.org
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SAFE + STRONG (UNIDOS Y FUERTES)
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OHA and Brink Communications partnered to create this campaign. NAMI Clackamas is proud to be a partner as well. As we face coronavirus (COVID-19), we are strongest when we are in community — even from a distance. To help keep our communities safe and healthy, this website will provide daily updates, resources and information. Please check back often to get the support you and your loved ones need. www.SafeStrongOregon.org // www.MasFuertesOregon.org
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TESTING & Health insurance
OHA is working hard to keep the information about where Oregonians can get a COVID-19 test as up to date as possible. You should contact the site first to make sure testing is still occurring. OHA cannot guarantee that you will be able to get tested at one of these sites. It is always best to contact your healthcare provider about getting a COVID-19 test.
COVID-19 testing site finder:
https://govstatus.egov.com/or-oha-covid-19-testing
How much will a COVID-19 test cost?
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If you have Oregon Health Plan (OHP) coverage, testing will be free.
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Most health insurance companies will waive co-payments, co-insurance, and deductibles for COVID-19 testing. If you have questions about your health insurance coverage, contact your health insurance provider.
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You may qualify for the Oregon Health Plan, which is free. Learn more at ONE.Oregon.gov.
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If you don’t qualify for OHP, you may qualify for extra savings through the Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace. Find out what coverage and savings you may qualify for at OregonHealthCare.gov/WindowShop.
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Free help is available near you. Visit OregonHealthCare.gov/GetHelp for local assistance.
COVID-19 & Health Insurance:
https://careoregon.org/members/coronavirus
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UNEMPLOYMENT & STIMULUS PACKAGES
Unemployment website:
https://unemployment.oregon.gov
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Wage Assistance Programs: CLICK HERE
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COVID-19 Temporary Paid Leave Program:
https://www.oregon.gov/dcbs/covid-pl/Pages/index.aspx
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Oregon Eviction Moratorium:
The new statewide Eviction Moratorium is in effect until June 30, 2021. See the link below for more info. If you need more support or help filling out forms contact peerresources@namicc.org
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Temporary rules regarding unemployment benefits flexibility regarding COVID-19:
https://www.oregon.gov/employ/Documents/Temporary%20Rule-2.pdf
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The American Rescue Plan of 2021 has just been passed by Congress.
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COVID-19 VACCINE
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THE VACCINE IS NOW AVAILABLE TO ANYONE AGE 12 and UP!
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NEW! APANO COVID Vaccination website and Regional vaccination calendar.
Parents who wants to protect their child, now you can. Find a COVID-19 vaccine near you at vaccines.gov
or by texting your zip code to 438829.
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Oregon vaccine website:
https://covidvaccine.oregon.gov
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Get Vaccinated Oregon Webtool:
https://getvaccinated.oregon.gov
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Oregon vaccine info by county:
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Clackamas County Call Center: 503-655-8224 | Monday to Friday , 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or email COVIDVaccine@clackamas.us
Draft plan for Oregon's vaccine distribution: CLICK HERE
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QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, CONCERNS:
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Text ORCOVID to 898211 to get text/SMS updates (English and Spanish only)
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Email ORCOVID@211info.org (All languages)
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If you can’t get your question answered on the website, by text, or by email.
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Call the Call Center at 211 or 1-866-698-6155--open 6 am – 7 pm daily, including holidays. Please be aware that wait times may be long due to high call volumes. There is an option to get a call back rather than wait on hold. (Languages spoken: English and Spanish. Free interpretation available for all other languages.) TTY: Dial 711 and call 1-866-698-6155
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Clackamas County Vaccine Website: COVID-19 Vaccine | Clackamas County
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A fun, family friendly video about how a vaccine comes to be: "I'm a Vaccine" — How a Hypothetical COVID-19 Vaccine Came to Be, "Schoolhouse Rock!"-Style - YouTube
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FOR PARENTS WITH CHILDREN & TEENS
Here are just a few tips for talking to your children about COVID-19
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1. BE DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE.
Try to answer your child's questions. Do your best to answer honestly and clearly, but it's ok if you can't answer everything. Being available to your child is what's important.
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2. BE AWARE OF YOUR OWN ANXIETY.
If you notice that you are feeling anxious, take some time to calm down before having a conversation or answering your child's questions.
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3. FOCUS ON WHAT YOU'RE DOING TO STAY SAFE.
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An important way to reassure kids is to emphasize the safety precautions you are taking.
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4. STICK TO ROUTINE.
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"We don't like uncertainty, so staying rooted in routines and predictability is going to be helpful right now" advises one doctor. Make sure you are taking care of the basics just like you would during a spring break or summer vacation. Structured days with regular mealtimes and bedtimes are an essential part of keeping kids happy and healthy.
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5. KEEP TALKING.
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"We don't like uncertainty, so staying rooted in routines and predictability is going to be helpful right now" advises one doctor. Make sure you are taking care of the basics just like you would during a spring break or summer vacation. Structured days with regular mealtimes and bedtimes are an essential part of keeping kids happy and healthy.
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Information from The Child Mind Institute
BACK TO SCHOOL
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Back to school" is going to look a little different this year. Below is the full back to school guidance for Oregon's 2020-2021 school year. Updated December 4, 2020
See pages 81-84 for info specifically on mental health:
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Clackamas County Back to School: School Information | Clackamas County
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