COVID-19 Information
Phased Re-Opening In Both TN and VA!
Both Governor Lee (TN) and Governor Northam (VA) have declared phased reopening of the state and they are asking people to continue to physical distance and wear masks when in public (see TN Pledge here) (see Forward Virginia here).
While every effort is being made to keep this page updated as quickly as possible, closings and schedule changes are happening rapidly. Please call the location before traveling for assistance. Be sure to refresh your browser to ensure the most updated information.
Health Related Information
National Information
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
CDC Interim Guidance for Homeless Shelters
Emory University CEPAR Coronavirus Checker
CDC Interim Guidance for Response for Unsheltered Homeless Population
Tracking Our COVID-19 Response By State
Rt COVID-19: Live data for each state
Pandemic and Key Metrics Explained (risk level by state/county)
World wide data with US by state
Tennessee
Tennessee Department of Health
Sullivan County (TN) Health Department
County level State TDH landing page
UT Core19 (Coronavirus-19 Outbreak Response Experts) page
Virginia
Mt. Rogers Health District (VA)
Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Assoc (VHHA) site for Virginia
Regional
Ballad Health COVID-19 Information
Ballad Health Remote Testing Sites: Please call 833-822-5523 to be screened if you are concerned you may be ill with COVID-19. This Ballad Health Nurse Connect line is active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Frontier Health Service Locations
ReVida Recovery offering telehealth services
Online local recover meetings list
Accessing Mobile Crisis Response Unit
Ballad Health PEERhelp Warmline for people living with substance use issues
Other
Fitted facemask tutorial (non-medical grade)
No-sew facemask tutorial (non-medical grade)
Local Information and Resources
Charging station and wifi at First Baptist Church near food pantry open 24/7
City of Bristol TN Information
City of Bristol VA Information: Community preparedness page
City of Bristol VA Transit Changes - valid until Governor's social distancing regulations change.
United Way of Bristol TN/VA: Limited assistance may be available
BTES: Payment options may be available. Please contact BTES.
BVU Authority: Payment options may be available. Please contact BVU.
AEP: Temporarily suspending service disconnections
First Presbyterian Church Response Team Model
Believe In Bristol: Downtown business loan funds available
Regional Joint Response to COVID-19 03/19/20
Haven of Rest Thrift Store open for vouchers only M-W from 1p-3p
Bristol Faith in Action by appointment only
Frontier Health Service Locations
Serving Tri-Cities Regional - Where to find help in the Appalachian Highlands
Hot showers are available Tues and Thurs from 1p - 4p at Anchor Baptist Church (single showers)
Feeding Programs
NE Tennessee School Closure Feeding Sites Map
Bristol TN Schools Feeding Program
Bristol VA Schools Feeding Program
Kingsport City Schools Feeding Program
Washington County (TN) Schools Feeding Program
Washington County (VA) Schools Feeding Program
Sullivan County Schools Summer Feeding Program
Haven of Rest Meals: Regular schedule. Please call before traveling: (423) 968-2011
Sharing Christ Ministries: Take-away meal available starting at 4pm on Saturday 03/19
Salvation Army: Regular schedule. Please call before traveling: (423) 764-6156
Feeding Southwest Virginia: Hot meals Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 10am-1pm - take away only. Abingdon location.
DAV Chapter 39 Food Pantry: 630 Carden Hollow Rd., Bristol, TN - Open 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6pm
House of Prayer Worship Center: Food pantry 3rd Thursday from 5pm-6:30pm, drive through only, requires photo ID and proof of income.
Bristol Emergency Food Pantry: Open daily from 1pm until 4pm on first-come, first serve basis.
Rockhold United Methodist Church 3rd Saturdays starting at 9:30am
First Trinity Pentecostal Church 3rd Saturdays starting at 9:00am
Little Free Pantries/Blessing Boxes
Covenant Fellowship Church "The Little Free Pantry" at the following locations:
2004 Lee Hwy, Bristol, VA.
103 Memorial Drive. Bristol Tn
2004 Lee Highway. Bristol Va
807 Park Street Bristol, Va
Highland View Elementary School
1405 Eads Avenue. Bristol, Va.
First Baptist Church "Blessings Box" located at 1 Virginia St., Bristol VA
Hiltons Missionary Baptist Church located at 135 Cul-de-sac Dr., Gate City, VA
Addilynn United Methodist Church, 3225 Avoca Rd, Bristol, TN (on the front, right side of the building)
Serving Tri-Cities Regional - Where to find help in the Appalachian Highlands
Pet Food Donation Sites
Appalachian: Mission Pawsible Providing 2 weeks of pet food on a case-by-case basis for those impacted by COVID-19
Good Samaritan Ministries, Johnson City, TN (423) 928-0288. Please call before traveling.
Information and Assistance for Individuals
We will update this as we become aware of additional resources. Please note that temporary suspension of disconnection does not mean the amount due will be forgiven. That bill will come due at some point in the future.
Bartender Emergency Assistance Program
Military Emergency Assistance Program
VA Unemployment website: Virginia Employment Commission is waiving the waiting week requirements for all new initial claims with an effective date of 3-16-2020 and beyond due to the Coronavirus outbreak in the Commonwealth of Virginia. In addition, VEC will be waiving the work search requirements for all claimants starting with the week ending 3-21-2020.
Online Addiction Recovery Options: Includes daily online meetings, message board, and 24/7 live chat.
TANF Emergency Benefits During COVID-19 (TN)
SNAP Program Emergency Benefits (VA)
Highlands Community Services Board Online Resources
U.S. Government Response Information
TN State Guidance for Community Members Providing Childcare
Contact 211 of Northeast TN can be reached by dialing 2-1-1 from your landline.
Sample Childcare Intake Form During COVID-19
Virginia Highlands Community College food for students
Financial Aid Available for Certain Families Who Lost Employment Due to COVID-19 (TN)
Assistance Applying for Medicaid Under New Guidelines
Professional Beauty Association relief fund (Nationwide)
Horst Rechelbacher Foundation COVID-19 Relief Fund for Beauty Professionals (Nationwide)
Frontier Health Service Locations
ReVida Recover offering telehealth services
Local online recovery meetings list
Serving Tri-Cities Regional - Where to find help in the Appalachian Highlands
Fitted facemask tutorial (non-medical grade)
No-sew facemask tutorial (non-medical grade)
Accessing Mobile Crisis Response Unit
Childcare Stipend for TN Essential Workers
Ballad Health PEERhelp Warmline for people living with substance use issues
Information for Small Businesses and NonProfits
SBA Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to COVID-19
SBA Disaster Loan Assistance (for businesses, private non-profits, homeowners and renters)
SBA Emergency Preparedness Guide
SBDCNet Ready for Anything Disaster Preparedness
Ready.gov Emergency Response Plan Template
Tennessee Disaster Preparedness
Ballad Health Guidance for Employers
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Corporate Aid Foundation
NPOs Seek $60 Billion Federal Aid Package
U.S. Government Response Information
Aid to Licensed Childcare Providers in TN
Sample Childcare Intake Form During COVID-19
What You Need To Know To Get a Small Business (Under 500 Employees) Forgivable Loan 03/30
Region Ahead Appalachian Highlands Economic Aid Directory
Crisis Response Toolkit for Nonprofits
Accessing Mobile Crisis Response Unit
Appalachian Regional Commission COVID-19 Page
COVID-19 Business Resource Guide (rev. 4-15-20)
Guidance for Child Care Providers from TN
Volunteer Needs
If you are a non-profit and are in immediate need of volunteers to continue essential service provision: Email here
If you are a non-profit and need additional volunteers over the coming weeks
Faith Community Information
First Presbyterian Church Response Team Model
Letter from Sullivan County Health Dept. to Churches 03/10
Volunteer Protocol Questions for Health Screenings from Feeding SWVA
CDC Guidance for Faith-Based Organizations
COVID-19 Church Planning Template
TN State Guidance for Community Members Providing Childcare
Sample Childcare Intake Form During COVID-19
The Partnership Center for Faith and Opportunity Initiatives Information
Childcare for Essential Workers In Your Congregation
Frontier Health Service Locations
Serving Tri-Cities Regional - Where to find help in the Appalachian Highlands
Fitted facemask tutorial (non-medical grade)
No-sew facemask tutorial (non-medical grade)
Accessing Mobile Crisis Response Unit
Websites to Keep the Littles (and Bigs) Happy
Comcast Internet Essentials Package for $9.95+tax
Spectrum Internet Offer for Students and Teachers
For Young Children
NatGeo for Kids: Kids learn about geography and fascinating animals.
Into the Book: Through playing games, kids can practice reading strategies.
Elementary Math through 6th Grade
For Older Kids
Hackety Hack: For kids 13+ and perfect for budding programmers
Take A Tour Without Leaving Home
Social Distancing Festival Live streamed concerts, arts, and events
Metropolitan Opera Free Streaming: Free streaming of operas
Tour Yellowstone National Park
Visit the Louvre in Paris, France
Visit the British Museum in London
Other Sites
The Social Distancing Festival
300,000+ Printable Worksheets for Toddlers through Teens
List of Virtual Learning Sites
Duolingo: Learn a new language!
Online history classes for all preteen through adult
Parenting Support Resources
Bristol's Promise Parenting Network Facebook
Attachment Parenting International Facebook and APtly Said Blog
La Leche League of the Mountain Empire Facebook (includes weekday evening online meetups)
Cherished Mom (includes online support group)
How to talk to children about the corona virus
Bristol Family Resource Center: Free, one-on-one parenting sessions by appointment. Call (276) 645-3765 or FamResCenter@outlook.om
Wrinkles Doesn't Like Social Distancing; And I Don't Blame Him video book to help children understand social distancing
Childcare Stipend for TN Essential Workers
Self Care
With all the hustle and hurry, don't forget to take time for yourself.
The Social Distancing Festival
Planet Fitness: Free online workouts on their Facebook page
Strategies for Self-Care with Social Isolation
Text less, call more! Hearing the sound of your friends, family, and co-workers can ease anxiety.
Clean up and Organize A la Marie Kondo...does it spark joy?
Take Up Meditation (in 3 minutes)
Take a Walk (but maintain 6 feet of distance from others)
Find a virtual volunteer opportunity
Read A Book: The Bristol library is open again and they also have a great e-book selection!
When It's Too Much Toolkit from ACEs Connection
Frontier Health Service Locations
ReVida Recovery offering telehealth services
Online local recovery meetings list
Ballad Health PEERhelp Warmline for people living with substance use issues
How You Can Help
The best way to help is to stay home when possible, wear a mask in public (including covering your nose!!), stay 6 feet away from others, and wash your hands with soap often!
However, here are some other ways to help in our community.
To Give To Those In Need in Our Community - Regional United Ways COVID-19 Relief Fund
Blood Donations Needed!
TN State Guidance for Community Members Providing Childcare
Appalachian Sustainable Development supporting local farmers
Fitted facemask tutorial (non-medical grade)
No-sew facemask tutorial (non-medical grade)
United Company Soup Kitchen needs volunteers to prepare meals for next day. No direct-client contact. Call United Way of Bristol 423-968-4912
Public Events Calendar
Every effort is being made to update our calendar to reflect changes and cancellations. Please call or email event coordinators to verify information before traveling.
U.S. Map of COVID-19 Cases
This map is best viewed in Chrome browser.
Misinformation
We are starting to see an increase in misinformation. Never give your personal information out to someone who calls or emails.
Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is too good to be true.
Misinformation
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