What is social distancing? Does it work? The answer is YES! Social distancing is effective in decreasing the rate of cases and the total number of cases. This is known as flattening the curve. When done properly, it limits the spread of infection.

Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has extended the hours of their mental health information and referral line.

This blog post contains fact sheets, posters, multimedia resources, and links to live updates in multiple languages about COVID-19, its symptoms, and how to prevent it; and about handwashing.

“COVID-19 is not the only thing we have to protect ourselves against,” Yost said. “Thieves and crooks prey on fear and uncertainty. Ohioans need to inoculate themselves against an outbreak of scams with knowledge and good practices.”

It is very important to remember that children look to adults for guidance on how to react to stressful events. Here are some tips for discussing the topic.

All taxpayers and businesses will have this additional time to file and make payments without interest or penalties.

COTA is temporarily suspending fare collection for all trips. Beginning Thursday, March 19 all COTA transit rides will be no fare. COTA is asking all customers to enter and exit through the rear doors to encourage social distancing.

Multilingual resources are a MUST. It's critical that all members of our community have access to accurate, reliable information and education. The Refugee Response has created a list of educational videos about COVID-19. Click the link to watch!

Download this COVID-19 resource directory for fact sheets in multiple languages.

Our staff want nothing more than to protect the most vulnerable communities. Take a look at some of the local resources available in Ohio. Learn More »