COVID-19 Resources

COVID-19 Information

Pennsylvania Department of Health

Up-to-date information about COVID-19 in Pennsylvania, including a data dashboard, information on how to help stop the spread, and vaccine information.

Office of Unemployment Compensation

Information on how to keep yourself protected at work and guidance for employees impacted by COVID-19.

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Provides immediate and long-term assistance to individuals affected by COVID-19, including food assistance, school meals, and farmer resources.

Interim Guideline for COVID-19 and Persons with HIV

Expert advice for those living with HIV and their caretakers regarding COVID-19 precautions and when to seek medical attention.

Lycoming County COVID-19

Provides information, maps, and resources about the COVID-19 response in Lycoming County.

COVID-19 Vaccines

Provides information on the COVID-19 vaccines available in the United States.

 

Mental Health Resources

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Provides free and confidential support for people in distress as well as provides prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.

Lifeline Chat

Connects you with counselors for emotional support and other services via web chat.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Highly trained advocates are available to talk confidentially with anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.

The Trevor Project

Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth.

OK2Talk

A community where teens and young adults struggling with mental health conditions can find a safe place to share their stories.

 

Recovery Resources

In the Rooms

Offers people a place to meet and socialize about their recovery journeys when they are not in face-to-face meetings.

Online Intergroup of Alcoholics Anonymous

Offers online AA meetings, ranging from video or telephone conferences to email or chat groups.

National Harm Reduction Coalition

A nationwide advocate and ally for people who use drugs. Harm reduction incorporates a spectrum of strategies that includes safer use, managed use, abstinence, meeting people who use drugs “where they’re at,” and addressing conditions of use along with the use itself.

 

Housing Resources

PA Housing Finance Agency

May be able to assist homeowners and renters who are experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Transportation Resources

River Valley Transit

All riders are required to wear a mask and social distance. Any person in the community that has a scheduled appointment to receive a COVID-19 vaccination in River Valley Transit’s service area may call to arrange free transportation.

Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA)

All passengers are to wear face coverings while waiting for or riding on CATA vehicles and social distance when and where possible.

Ride Area Transportation Authority (ATA)

Face coverings are required on Ride ATA. Here are routes for Cameron, Clearfield, Elk, McKean, and Potter Counties.

 

Food Resources

Salvation Army – Williamsport

The food pantry is available Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

State College Food Bank

Provides grocery distribution to eligible residents in the State College area.

Union-Snyder Community Action Agency

Listing of food pantries in Union and Snyder Counties.

Central Pennsylvania Community Action, Inc. 

Listing of food pantries in Centre and Clearfield Counties.

Elk and Cameron County Food Banks

Listing of local distribution areas and food pantry schedules.

 

Other Resources

Internet Essentials from Comcast

Provides affordable high-speed Internet at home to eligible individuals.

PSU Extension

Access online courses and webinars that cover a wide variety of topics, including COVID-19 information and resources.

Gilead’s Advancing Access Program

A program to help individuals afford their medication.