Links for Patrons Experiencing Financial Hardship Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

The following information comes from Mark Jochem, Workforce Development Specialist at South Central Library System.

Impacted by COVID-19 (Coronavirus)?

• Unemployment COVID-19 Public Information- An FAQ page from Wisconsin's Department of Workforce Development for people laid off during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak.
• Financial Resources to Help Get Through COVID-19 - Compiled by UW-Extension. (Spanish translation is in the works.)  The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is impacting households, communities, and businesses. Check out the frequently asked questions below that highlight some common financial challenges as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

• ​Coronavirus Information and Resources - Compiled by 211 Wisconsin. Call '211' or Text your zip code to '898211' for assistance. (Help available in 180 languages).
• Protect yourself financially from the impact of the coronavirus (English) - Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Federal, state, and local governments are working to respond to the growing public health threat of coronavirus, or COVID-19. As communities across the country are dealing with an increase in the number of reported cases, many areas may be impacted by the temporary closure of businesses, schools and other public facilities or events, and in some cases, quarantines.
• Proteja sus finanzas del impacto del coronavirus (Español)  - Oficina para la Protección Financiera del Consumidor (Consumer Financial Protection Bureau).  Los gobiernos Federal, estatales y locales están trabajando conjuntamente, para enfrentar la creciente amenaza a la salud pública del coronavirus o COVID-19.Mientras muchas comunidades a lo largo y ancho del país están lidiando con un incremento del número de casos reportados, muchas áreas pueden ser impactadas por el cierre temporal de negocios, escuelas y otras instalaciones, o eventos ...

 
Information for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

• Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Coronavirus (COVID-19) Small Business Guidance and Loan Services - US Small Business Administration.  Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy.
• Preparing for Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Farms - UW Extension Farm Management. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has brought the need for business continuity planning to the forefront. China’s influence in agriculture is wide-ran

 Stay well!