Reliable Sources of Information for Our Community

**New 12/22/2020** Drive-Thru testing now available for those experiencing symptoms. M-F at Park County Fairgrounds

Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Provides general information on the spread, precautions, and ongoing guidance designed to flatten the curve of the infection rate.
https://www.cdc.gov/

Johns Hopkins University and Medicine
Provides an interactive map updated in real-time with facts about active cases, deaths, and recoveries worldwide.  Zoom in on the map for regional information. 
https://coronavirus.jhu.edu/map.html

State of Montana
Provides state-specific information and protocols as well as infection rates in Montana.
https://covid19.mt.gov/

Governor's Task Force:  Joint Information Center
State resources for citizens and businesses.
https://covid19.mt.gov/joint-information-center      4/22/2020 Governors Directive on phased reopening

Park County Coronavirus Response
Provides information concerning operations, protocols, infection rates, and closures for our county.  

Thrive for Montana
Free, online confidential program for people who are feeling down, stressed, or anxious. To find out about resources in the state and your area, please visit the Montana Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness or Montana 2-1-1. You can also access Montana 2-1-1 by dialing 211 from any phone. If you ever think you might hurt yourself, call 911, go to an emergency room, or call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) right away.

If you have questions, send us an email at msuthrive@montana.edu

Tips on Social Distancing, Quarantine and Isolation 
Provides tips on taking care of your mental and behavioral health during difficult times.
https://www.samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/tips-social-distancing-quarantine-isolation-031620.pdf 

Other Commonly Requested Resources:

State Office of Unemployment
If you find yourself out of work please contact the unemployment office at:  

https://montanaworks.gov/  or via phone (406) 444-2840

TANF, WIC or other Temporary Assistance

WIC - Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program
http://www.parkcounty.org/Government-Departments/Health-Department/Women-Infants-Children-WIC/

TANF - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families:  https://dphhs.mt.gov/hcsd/TANF

Livingston Food Resource Center - https://www.livingstonfrc.org/

HRDC - Human Resource Development Council
Provides guidance and assistance with housing, transportation, Head Start, energy assistance, and much more.  Information can be found on their website at https://thehrdc.org/