[NFBNJ] COVID-19 Resources

[joe ruffalo]

Greetings to all!
As I receive, I will continue to forward to the NFBNJ distribution list.

To chapter/division presidents,with this short notice, please have as an 
agenda item.
Please read and share with others.
Joe

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From: NJ 2-1-1 Partnership
Sent: Friday, March 20, 2020 5:11 PM
To: nfbnj1 at verizon.net
Subject: COVID-19 Resources

      Turn to NJ 211 to find the most current resources and get help.







                                March 20, 2020

                                NJ 211 is working around the clock to help 
the residents of New Jersey find the help they need during these difficult 
times. We are working closely with the NJ Department of Health and the 
Office of Emergency Management to stay abreast of all of the Executive 
Orders and mandated closures as well as the government services that are 
being initiated in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are also in direct 
contact with the many members of our VOAD (Volunteers Organizations Active 
in Disasters) community. As organizations create short-term resources in 
local communities, we are sharing that information with the public.

                                Please visit our website for the most 
up-to-date listing of government response resources and short-term community 
resources. We will post these as they become known to us on this page.

                                Live help on COVID-19 information is also 
available. Speak to a healthcare professional by dialing 1-800-222-1222 or 
1-800-962-1253. For general information & basic needs, dial 211.

                                Our call volume has intensified this week 
and our staff (many of whom are working remotely) is working diligently. 
Despite this, Call/Text/Chat wait times are longer than usual. We are doing 
our best to serve each caller. Your patience and understanding is 
appreciated.

                                One way you can stay informed about the 
latest news related to COVID-19 is to sign up for our automated text alert 
and notification system. Simply text NJCOVID to 898-211 to be added to the 
system. Messages such as expanded business closures and the opening of the 
Bergen County test site were sent last night. Help us to help you stay 
informed. Sign up for this alert notification system and share this 
information with friends and family who live in New Jersey.

                                Sincerely,
                                Melissa Acree
                                Executive Director, NJ 211







                  NJ 2-1-1 Partnership | NJ 2-1-1, PO Box 504, Cedar Knolls, 
NJ 07927
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