The Latest: COVID-19 Response

Posted on March 22, 2020

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ACNJ is here for NJ children.

We hope you are all staying healthy during this extraordinary time amidst the COVID-19 crisis. With so many questions, fears, worries and many unknowns, ACNJ remains committed to its efforts to advocate for New Jersey's most vulnerable children and their families. We will be communicating often and share updates as they become available. Below you will also find helpful resources to help parents, child care providers and those that work with children and families cope with the challenges of the time.

We want to hear from you.

Let us know your needs. Hearing about the real life, day to day challenges will help inform our advocacy and communication strategies. If you are having child care related issues, please fill out our survey.

ACNJ has partnered with ZERO TO THREE to collect stories about how you have been impacted by COVID-19. We hope that you will complete the very short survey and ask those in your networks to share their stories too. We will take what we learn from you and share with policymakers. Share your story.

Coronavirus stories: We Want to Hear From You
ZERO TO THREE is spreading care! Share your stories to help those caring for babies and toddlers.ZERO TO THREE coronavirus survey

State Response on impact of COVID-19

Latest COVID-19 Child Care Actions by Governor Murphy's Administration

To stay up-to-date with how states are approaching the pandemic, the Alliance for Early Success is collecting and maintaining the latest strategies and resources by state.

New Jersey Department of Children and Families’ Response to COVID-19

The New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) takes measures to ensure the safety of both their employees and the families that they serve. Read more

Federal Response on COVID-19

In light of COVID-19, the U.S. Census Bureau has adjusted their operations to best serve the community to ensure everyone's safety, all while striving towards a complete count. Read more.

Resources

NJ COVID-19 Hub

New Jersey Information Hub: New Jersey COVID-19 Information Hub

Do you need help during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic?
New Jersey Human Services is here to help you and your family.

View flyer with links to resources from paying for groceries, healthcare, child care and mental health services. (View Flyer in  Spanish)

New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance: Helpful links

New Jersey Economic Development: COVID-19/Novel Coronavirus Information for New Jersey Businesses

Parents

Do you need help during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic?
New Jersey Human Services is here to help you and your family.

View flyer with links to resources from paying for groceries, healthcare, child care and mental health services. (View Flyer in  Spanish)

In need of immediate help? Feeling overwhelmed?.
Don't be afraid to ask for help. Reach out to these hotlines.

Education

BLOG: School is in session – Homeschooling during a pandemic, by Nina Peckman, ACNJ Staff Attorney

Resources:

Health

Food Access

Addressing Hunger During Coronavirus crisis, Hunger Free New Jersey

  • Residents who need food assistance can visit and apply for SNAP online at www.NJHelps.org.
    *NOTE: D-SNAP (disaster SNAP) is not subject to the public charge option for immigrants.
  • Search food pantries in your area at nj211.org Call before you go.
  • WIC (Nutrition program for Women, Infants and Children) is open for Business. In light of COVID-19, New Jersey WIC is allowing additional food items in anticipation of limited food selections related to recent events. 

Non-Profits/Business

Non-Profit/Business Resources

Business Resources