The situation with the COVID-19 Outbreak is rapidly changing and knowing how to respond is a challenge. Our purpose is to connect our communities to resources that can improve their lives. This hasn’t changed – even in this time of social distancing. Our staff is working on innovative methods to serve our audience. We are collecting resources from our county and our colleagues across the state to help you navigate during this challenging time.
If you know of any resources not listed here, please call (920) 388-7141 to have them added to our resource list. Thank you!
Click on the links below for more information.
Government Resources
UW-Madison Extension Responds to COVID-19 (coronavirus)
The Centers for Disease Control has information on:
- How to Protect Yourself from COVID-19
- What to Do If You Are Sick
- The Centers for Disease Control Cases and Latest Updates webpage.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development implemented an immediate foreclosure and eviction moratorium for single-family homeowners with FHA-insured mortgages for the next 60 days (starting 3/18/2020).
The Federal Housing Finance Agency suspends foreclosures and evections for enterprise-backed mortgages for 60 days (starting 3/18/2020).
Kewaunee County Public Health information page
- Due to COVID-19, ALL County Facilities to close to the public effective Friday, March 20 at 1PM until Further Notice – Limited Access for Critical Court Proceedings & Departments by Appointment ONLY – Signed Order/ Department Directory
Wisconsin Department of Health Services COVID-19 webpage has guidelines for employers, schools and childcare centers, individuals returning from vacation, and other frequently asked questions.
UW-Madison COVID-19 Current Updates webpage.
Requesting an Absentee Ballot in Wisconsin online.
U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Assistance webpage.
Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development webpage on Unemployment Benefits during the COVID-19 Emergency.
Youth Resources
Meals for children:
- Algoma schools https://algomawolves.org/
- Kewaunee schools https://www.facebook.com/KSDStorm/photos/a.738183916287706/2552001104905969/?type=3&theater
- Luxemburg schools http://www.luxcasco.k12.wi.us/district/district-news/lunchduringcovid-19schoolclosure
- Algoma’s North Water Bakery
https://www.facebook.com/northwaterbakery/photos/a.10151736534361044/10156869046186044/?type=3&theater
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Being Homebound with Youth
Knowing when your child is capable of staying home alone and preparing them for the challenges of doing so is not an easy task. The Extension provides a video series that can help: Preparing Children for Being Home Alone
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Mr. Young’s Adapted Physical Education Youtube Channel is creating videos about how to have PE at home using materials you have on hand. Mr. Jordan Young is an Adapted PE teacher in La Crosse, WI, but his youtube PE videos can be used by anyone.
Storytime Online has videos of professional actors reading picture books with animated illustrations.
Cosmic Kids Yoga is a free youtube channel that combines storytelling with yoga movements for kids 3+ to get their wiggles out or deal with their anxiety.
Nutrition and Food Access Resources
Meals for children:
- Algoma schools https://algomawolves.org/
- Kewaunee schools https://www.facebook.com/KSDStorm/photos/a.738183916287706/2552001104905969/?type=3&theater
- Luxemburg schools http://www.luxcasco.k12.wi.us/district/district-news/lunchduringcovid-19schoolclosure
- Algoma’s North Water Bakery
https://www.facebook.com/northwaterbakery/photos/a.10151736534361044/10156869046186044/?type=3&theater - Door County Schools:
Kewaunee County Food Pantry Please also follow their Facebook page for up to date pickup information: https://www.facebook.com/kcfpantry/?hc_location=ufi
Boys & Girls Club: Please note that pickup times for snacks and pre-packaged meals will change to 3:00pm on Monday, March 23.
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Algoma Area Chamber of Commerce has compiled a list of restaurants and their hours of operation.
ALGOMA AREA FOOD & DINING GUIDE DURING COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS
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Kewaunee County Grocery Store Information
211 for Seniors
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Food Safety Information
Personal Finance and Small Business Resources
Extension State Specialists put together information about:
How to apply for unemployment in Wisconsin if you get laid off because of COVID-19.
Learn about if your business qualifies for Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the US Small Business Administration.
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation has a list of resources available to Wisconsin businesses from WEDC and other local, state and federal agencies
Kewaunee County Economic Development Corporation has information for businesses in our community
http://kcedc.org/business-resources/information-for-businesses-on-covid-19/
Kewaunee County Salvation Army – Contact Matt Joski at (920) 255-1100 with questions.
Farming Resources
The Division of Food and Recreational Safety (DFRS) has discontinued normal inspection activity due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To ensure that new Bulk Milk Weighers and Samplers (BMWS) are able to sample and pick up milk during this period, the division is adopting a modified version of the BMWS licensing process.
DFRS is committed to working with the industry to find new and creative ways to ship milk during this unique time period. Please review the new process that’s now in place:
Dairy Industry Partners information from DFRS 03242020
Extension’s website on Preparing for COVID-19 on Farms
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COVID-19: I’m a farmer and I am afraid – what are my risks?
A good source of information for farmers, including:
- Farmers are considered essential workers as identified in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) memo https://www.cisa.gov/publication/guidance-essential-critical-infrastructure-workforce
- If you are operating a farm with workers who live and travel from homes and spaces AWAY from the farm, the risks are obviously higher. It is difficult to know and track all places your employees or their family members/friends have been. See additional guidance for farms with non-family employees or others who work on the farm but live elsewhere https://farms.extension.wisc.edu/covid-19-guidance-for-farm-employers/
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Resilient Farms, Families, Businesses & Communities: Responding to Stress
A Doctor Visit From Home – What is Telemedicine
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Health and Well-Being Resources
Resilient Wisconsin https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p02670.pdf
Fact sheet from Great Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR) on guidance for caregivers during self-isolation: https://gwaar.org/api/cms/viewFile/id/2005926
Fact sheet from Generations United on how grandparents raising grandchildren can adapt to COVID-19: https://www.gu.org/app/uploads/2020/03/COVID-19-Fact-Sheet-3-17-20.pdf
Infographic from the North Central Region Aging Network (NCRAN) on maintaining social connection during social distancing: http://www.ncran.org/2020/03/18/maintaining-social-connections-during-social-distancing/
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Staying Calm and Alleviating Fear
20 Second meditations (PDF, 1 page) – Perfect ways to achieve calm in the 20 seconds of washing your hands
Managing Fear and Anxiety(PDF, 2 pages) – How to recognize the many different reactions to the changing situation and ways to deal with them.
Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Face of Uncertainty
A Doctor Visit From Home – What is Telemedicine
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Resources for Older Adults
Fact sheet from Great Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR) on guidance for caregivers during self-isolation: https://gwaar.org/api/cms/viewFile/id/2005926
Fact sheet from Generations United on how grandparents raising grandchildren can adapt to COVID-19: https://www.gu.org/app/uploads/2020/03/COVID-19-Fact-Sheet-3-17-20.pdf
Infographic from the North Central Region Aging Network (NCRAN) on maintaining social connection during social distancing: http://www.ncran.org/2020/03/18/maintaining-social-connections-during-social-distancing/
Guidance and resources for families that are experiencing financial impacts: https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/toughtimes/covid-19-financial-resources/