Not sure where to find reliable information about COVID-19 (also known as Coronavirus)? This is a list of resources curated by library staff that has information you can trust.
Health Information
| Source | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Madison and Dane County Public Health | Coronavirus | Dane County Public Health works with the community to enhance, protect, and promote the health of the environment and the well being of all people. |
| City of Madison | Dane County COVID-19 Dashboard | This dashboard displays data about COVID-19 for Dane County and is refreshed daily at 9:30 am. |
| Wisconsin Department of Health Service (DHS) | COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease) | DHS is the state government agency that is committed to protecting and promoting the health and safety of the people of Wisconsin. |
| Center for Disease Control | Coronavirus (COVID-19) | The CDC is the nation’s health protection agency and provides health information that protects our nation against health threats. |
| 211 Wisconsin | 211 COVID-19 Resources | 211 connects you with thousands of nonprofit and government services in your area. |
Personal Financial Information
| Source | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development | Unemployment COVID-19 Public Information | FAQ page from Wisconsin's Department of Workforce Development for people laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| UW Extension | Financial Resources to Help Get Through COVID-19 | Compiled by UW Extension, this page highlights common financial challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Consumer Financial Protection Bureau | Protect yourself financially from the impact of the coronavirus (English) | This page gives Information on what to do if you have trouble paying your bills on time as a result of COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Consumer Financial Protection Bureau | Proteja sus finanzas del impacto del coronavirus (Español) | Esta página brinda información sobre qué hacer si tiene problemas para pagar sus facturas a tiempo como resultado de la pandemia de COVID-19. |
| U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development | COVID-19 Resources for Renters and Homeowners | HUD is helping communities affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) by addressing their housing and health needs. |
| Urban Leage of Greater Madison |
COVID-19 Worforce Recovery Interest Form (608) 729-1234 |
If you have been laid off or furloughed, get assistance from a team of highly experienced employment specialists at no cost. |
| Tenant Resource Center | Dane County CORE | A partnership between the City of Madison, Dane County and the Tennant Resource Center to provide emergency rental assistance to those impacted by COVID-19 which is different than the assistance provided by the CARES Act |
Business Information
| Source | Resource | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Centers for Disease Control | Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers | This page provides guidance to help prevent workplace exposures of COVID-19. |
| US Small Business Administration | Coronavirus (COVID-19) Small Business Guidance and Loan Services | This page provides resources for Small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| US Small Business Administration | Disaster Assistance | The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses recover from declared disasters. |
| UW Extension Farm Management | Managing a Farm During COVID-19 | This page provides resources for the unique challenges farm businesses face during the COVID-19 pandemic. |
| Wisconsin Department of Administration | We're All In DOA Grants | The Wisconsin Department of Administration is providing the COVID-19 Community and Economic Stabilization Grant Program for Wisconsin cultural, child care, and non profit organizations as well as movie theatres, hotels, music venues. |
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