Information Guides: Coronavirus (COVID-19): General Information

City of Austin Information

Testing Locations
Use this interactive map to find a testing location.
Free Assessment and Testing
Complete a free online assessment questionnaire to preregister for a test.
City of Austin COVID-19 Information
This City of Austin webpage will show an updated count of confirmed cases in Austin-Travis County as well as resources for the public.
Stay Home Order
Latest to the Stay Home -- Work Safe order.

Austin Resources
Community Not Commodity has collected links to more than 75 resources that may help you, your family, and your neighbors while you’re practicing social distancing.
Drive-up COVID-19 Screening
CommUnityCare plans to re-open clinics and open drive-up testing sites in eastern Travis county.
Housing Resources
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid published important information for tenants facing eviction and renters protections under the CARES Act.
Mutual Aid Resources ATX
List of self organized mutual aid resources throughout Austin.
AACHI: Report COVID-19 Racism
Across the United States there has been a spike in incidences of racial harassment and violence (hate-crimes) related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In order to report and track cases of racial harassment and violence, a coalition of Austin/Travis-county organizations has developed this survey.
COVID-19 Isolation Facility PSA
Learn about what actions to take if you or someone in your family tests positive.

COVID-19 ASL
Do you use ASL? Want more information about Coronavirus? Check out these videos from the CDC.

CDC Resources for Home
The Center for Disease Control shares information on preparing for and responding to COVID-19.
Coronavirus Online Therapy
Coronavirus Online Therapy exists solely to connect those in need during this global pandemic, with licensed therapists nationwide who have made this promise to reduce their fees or offer pro-bono sessions.
NIH Situation Summary
Information on the background of the virus, summary of the situation and information on the CDC's response.
Teaching Our World: The Coronavirus
Articles and resources for hard-to-teach topics, chosen by the editors of Scholastic Classroom Magazines.

Coronavirus Online Therapy
Coronavirus Online Therapy exists solely to connect those in need during this global pandemic, with licensed therapists nationwide who have made this promise to reduce their fees or offer pro-bono sessions.
Inside Journal
Inside Journal offers a safe space to share the spectrum of emotions experienced by people around the world as we navigate COVID-19. The project recognizes that journaling can help process and preserve these complex emotions and invites contributors and readers to "share feelings, learn from one another, and put our creative minds to work."

How to Protect Yourself
Tips on hygiene and safe practices from the Center for Disease Control.
Stay Home -- Work Safe Order
The City of Austin issued an updated Stay Home - Stay Safe order on April 13th. As part of this update, everyone over the age of ten must wear a face covering over their nose and mouth when in a public building, using public transportation or ride shares, pumping gas and while outside when six feet of physical distancing cannot be consistently maintained.

How to Wear a Face Mask
Instructions from the CDC on the proper use of face masks as well as a pattern for making your own.
Face Mask with Ties Sewing Pattern
Made Everyday's tutorial for creating your own face mask.
Face Mask Tips and Options
The New York Times offers "dos and don'ts" of face masks and lists several options for making your own.

PPE Distribution calendar
Austin Public Health, CommUnityCare, and Central Health are hosting a series of free personal protective equipment (PPE) distributions over the next several weeks in areas with high COVID-19 positivity rates based on testing data. The distributions will provide hand sanitizer, masks, and educational materials.
Microsoft Virtual Workshops
Free workshops for youth and adults covering a variety of topics including.

Global Cases Map from Johns Hopkins
This interactive map contains updated information on the number of confirmed cases and their outcomes throughout the world.
WHO Situation Map
World Health Organization's interactive map of confirmed cases.

SNOPES Coronavirus
SNOPES researches online claims to determine the validity and identify hoaxes.
WHO Myth Busters
Some common myths set straight.
PEN America's Guide on COVID-19 and Disinformation
Building Media Literacy Skills During a Pandemic