COVID-19 Specific Resources
Note: This site is a work in progress and will be updated regularly with new information. Please come back for more!
COVID-19 Internet Options
Charter/Spectrum's Low Cost Internet 1-844-488-8395
Comcast Internet for Low-Income Families 1-855-846-8376 ( English) and 1-855-765-6995 (Spanish)
AT&T offers a discount for those who qualify for SNAP 1-866-861-6075
Xfinity WiFi Nationwide for Free (60 days) 1-800-934-6489
Dakota County Library Hotspots & Chromebook - 6 week free rental
ISD 199 Tech Support
During distance learning ISD 199 students and families can contact the Instructional Technology Department for technical support using the following information.
Complete the Distance Learning Support Request form for students and families
Email: elearningsupport@isd199.org
Phone: 651-306-7600 (Please leave a message to submit a ticket if your call is not answered.)
General Resources
Dakota County Essential Services -- this service arranges resources for families impacted by COVID-19. Ways they can assist include delivering food to the home, hotel stay for patient in isolation, medication delivery, advocacy, etc. Call 651-438-4634
Ramsey County Essential Services -- same services as above. Call 651-488-3874
State of Minnesota - Parent & Family Resource Guide
ISD199 COVID-19 Website w/ Updated Resources & Info
Dakota County COVID-19 Community Resources
Insuroon Family Center (specific to Somali women & girls)
Common Sense Media Resources for Families
MSSWA COVID-19 Resources (MN specific)
SSWAA COVID-19 Resources (US specific)
Inver Grove Heights Family Resource Guide 2019-2020
MN Resource Connection (Facebook page)
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Library Resources for K-12 Learners: Bilingual Presentation in English and Spanish
Learn about the library's free online services available to help support student learning, including online tutoring, language learning, virtual programs and more. Co-presented in English and Spanish. Geared for adults.
Zoom virtual event
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 7–8 p.m. Register now.
Housing Resources
COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program - For complete details on who is eligible to apply and what costs are covered by the program, visit www.211unitedway.org. Interested applicants may also call 211 (Toll Free: 1.800.543.7709; Local: 651.291.0211) or text “MNRENT” to 898-211 to learn more. The 211 helpline has dedicated multilingual staff available to answer questions about the COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Insuroon Family Center (specific to Somali women & girls)
COVID Testing
Free At Home Saliva Test - order here
Inver Grove Heights National Guard Armory Community Testing Site
Financial Resources
COVID-19 & Unemployment Benefits
MNSURE Health Insurance options during COVID-19
Food Resources
ISD199 - Food for Students
Hunger Solutions - Find Food Map
Every Meal Winter Food Program (previously Sheridan Story)
Insuroon Family Center (specific to Somali women & girls)
MN Food Helpline Tel.1-888-711-1151
Programs & Restaurants Offering Food
Free Meals to Kids in Twin Cities Area
Loaves & Fishes, Inver Grove Heights
Caring Hearts in Action MN (Farmington, MN)
Metro Area Restaurant Curbside Takeout or Pick-Up
Kaitlyn's Kloset - MN - a platform for members to request and provide resources for children including, baby items, clothing, toys, and books
Wakota Life - diapers, wipes, clothing, & limited baby food
Clothing Resources
Caring Hearts in Action MN (Farmington, MN)
Kaitlyn's Kloset - MN - a platform for members to request and provide resources for children including, baby items, clothing, toys, and books
Wakota Life - diapers, wipes, clothing, & limited baby food
Somali COVID-19 Resources
United Way COVID-19 Economic Relief Fund Resource:
If you know someone is in need, dial 211 or text the letters MNCOVID to 898-211 or dial 1-866-211-9966
Check the website to find and connect with a volunteer near you 24/7 who can help connect you with hundreds of programs that assist with rent/utility assistance, food pantries, shelter, and so much more.
Mental Health & Social - Emotional Learning Resources
Coping & Learning Resources
Online Journal: Soothe Worry ( File > Make a Copy > Rename your Copy )
Free K-12 Social & Emotional Courses (need staff email to sign up)
1st - 6th Grade Social Skills at Home Curriculum
Tapping Solution - Schools
Elementary School Social Worker's YouTube Channel during COVID-19
3 Good Things: A Happiness Journal App - Recommended for ages 7+ - app is located in self-service on iPads
AntiStress App - app is located in self-service on iPads
SEL Online Learning & Worksheets
Superpowered: Transforming Anxiety into Resilience (Facebook page)
More Apps to Support Mental Health
Headspace: Meditation & Sleep - free app til 2021
Brene Brown - Unlocking Us Podcast (Designed mostly for adults)
Mental & Emotional Support
Free Online NAMI Support Groups in Minnesota
Insuroon Family Center (specific to Somali women & girls)
Free Online Parent Support (endorsed by MN Department of Health & MACMH-MN Association for Children's Mental Health)
How Right Now: Finding What Helps
Children's Mental Health Crisis Response (by county in MN)
Crisis Text Line text "MN" to 741741
MN Teen Mental Health Directory
MN Adult Mental Health Resources
MN Adult Mental Health Crisis Response (by county in MN)
Workouts You Can Do at Home
Yoga & MIndful Movement - Specific to Middle Schoolers from a Guidance Counselor & Yoga Instructor
Yoga for Kids (30 minutes)
Yoga for Teens (21 minutes) *13+ content
Workout for Kids & Parents (25 minutes)
DownDog - yoga, HIIT, Barre, & 7 min workouts (free until April 1)
CosmicKids Yoga & Mindfulness
1000 Petals - Yoga Calm & Move Mindfully
Just for Kix - Digital Dance Videos
NBC News - Cardio & Strength Workouts
Fitness Blender - Free Cardio, Strength, and Stretch Workouts
CrossFit - Drills & Exercises
Darebee - Workout of the Day + More
Movement Apps, Games, & Websites
Articles on Mental Health during COVID-19
Taking Care of Your Mental Health During Uncertainty
7 Science-Based Strategies to Cope with COVID-19 Anxiety
Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress-resources for providers, families, leaders, etc.
Child Mind Institute - Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus
National Association of School Psychologists - A Parent Resource on Talking to Kids about COVID-19