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COVID-19
​Community Information and Resources


Last update: December 26, 2020
​Resources and up-to-date information from AICHO regarding COVID-19 awareness and safety.
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Testing has arrived at the DECC!

The saliva test is comfortable to take and is self-administered, meaning the person taking the test does it themselves with instructions. This means it can be done without in-person interactions.
STARTING SEPTEMBER 23
Wednesday - Friday: 12 - 7 p.m. 
Saturday - Sunday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
Schedule Appointment with Vault Health
Click here for more information

Some saliva tests are available by mail as well, click here for details.

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Click Here to View Local COVID Ref PSA's!
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COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program

St. Louis County has received an additional $3.2 million to assist people who are struggling to pay their rent or mortgage, or utility bills due to hardships caused by the pandemic.  This is in addition to the CARES Act funds the County is also allocating to help individuals in need.

This latest funding is from  the COVID19 Housing Assistance Program (CHAP) and is for St. Louis County residents who are not in subsidized housing, and whose income is at or below 300% of federal poverty guidelines. 
This is in addition to CARES Act funds, which can assist with rent, mortgage or utilities for all types of housing, as well as other financial hardships due to COVID-19.

United Way 211 is serving as the initial contact point for anyone wondering if they're eligible or interested in applying. People can call 2-1-1 from anywhere in the county to get started, or text MNRENT or MNHOME to 898-211.
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"We want the people of St. Louis County to know that there is a lot of help available in the form of CARES funds, CHAP funds, and even the more traditional Emergency Assistance and Emergency General Assistance," said Commissioner Patrick Boyle, who chairs the Health and Human Services committee. "If you are in need, call 2-1-1. Staff will help sort through each individual situation to determine eligibility, and which program can best help."
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More information is available by calling 2-1-1.
Click Here for More Information

​MDH Resource Updates: 

View an up to date, weekly document listing important CDC links, as well as information from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), Mental Health resources, funding support opportunities, webinars and virtual meetings, and more.

The daily situation update for Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Minnesota can be found HERE on the MDH webpage, which tracks daily confirmed positive cases with demographics by age, race, and county.

Download 2020 Updates & Resources Below:

resource_updates_11-09-20.docx
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grid4weekdialback.pdf
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How to get tested for COVID-19?

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Updated MDH Guidance
  • COVID-19 One-Stop Shop Toolkits:
    • https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/toolkits/index.html?deliveryName=USCDC_2067-DM34603 
      • https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/toolkits/young-people-15-to-21.html
      • https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/communication/toolkits/community-faith-based.html
  • Considerations for Election Polling Locations and Voters
  • Travel during the COVID-19 Pandemic (available in multiple languages)
  • Attending an Event or Gathering
  • Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities
  • Hosting gatherings or cook-outs
  • Rural Communities (available in multiple languages)
  • How to Select, Wear, and Clean Your Mask​



COVID-19 Public Hotline:

Questions about COVID-19?
Interpreters are available
Health questions:
651-201-3920 or 1-800-657-3903
Weekdays: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Weekends: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Schools and child care questions: 
651-297-1304 or 1-800-657-3504, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m on Weekdays and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Weekends.

Weekly Stats:

Click here to view COVID-19 Weekly Stats
This report includes more detailed information on testing, confirmed positive cases, demographics, likely exposure, and syndromic surveillance. Some downloadable data files are also provided below the current report.
Updated every Thursday.
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Updated CDC Guidance
  • Households Living in Close Quarters
  • Living in Shared Housing
  • People with Certain Medical Conditions
  • COVID-19 Questions and Answers: For People Who Use Drugs or Have Substance Use Disorder
  • Test for Current Infection​
  • Preventing Spread of COVID-19 in Multifamily and Multigenerational Households

Other News:

COVID-19’s Tragic Effect on American Indians: A State-by-State Analysis

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Videos:

When can I return to work after being sick with COVID-19 (MDH) YouTube Video

When can I return to work if someone living with me is sick with COVID-19 (MDH) YouTube Video


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The Discrimination Helpline and Self-isolation sheet can be found in multiple languages on the following websites: https://mn.gov/mdhr/intake/discrimination-helpline.jsp and https://www.healthdesignstudio.ca/
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​Staying at home shouldn’t mean staying in an unsafe environment. If you’re experiencing domestic violence, programs and shelters are critical services and remain open. A crisis hotline is available 24 hours a day at 1-866-223-1111 or you can text 612-399-9995. 
Violence Free Minnesota has links and phone numbers to helpful resources.
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​COVID-19: Behavioral Health Resource

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) was created to raise the standard of care and increase access to services for children and families who experience or witness traumatic events. The NCTSN is continuing to create resources to address the behavioral health needs of children, families, and communities impacted by COVID-19. 
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Visit the National Child Traumatic Stress Network website to find the latest updates on behavioral health resources.

Employment and Economic Relief


As our day-to-day life enters a new shift, with some jobs opening up and some not, we hope to share more resources for those seeking resources for employment and economic relief.
Click here to do a Job Search
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​For Native Artists and independent contractors, check out the current unemployment resources available at the link below.
Click here to view Info on Unemployment Benefits for Self-Employment

AICHO Artists Respond

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Artists affiliated with AICHO have been hard at work designing videos and artwork to share awareness about COVID-19 from an Indigenous cultural perspective.

Click the button below to explore some of their printable posters and view their work from the first round of artwork submissions.

If you are an artist who has exhibited at AICHO and have ideas about contributing to this messaging, contact us at aicho@aicho.org. 


Click to view artwork gallery

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Support Indigenous Artists

The Indigenous First Art & Gift Shop is currently offering curbside pickup and continuing to operate in an effort to support our region's artists. Check out food items, apparel, beadwork, original art, books and more by clicking the button below.
Click to visit our online store

Upcoming Events

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Click the Flyer above to register.
Stay up to date with event highlights.
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Workshops/Webinars:​

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Downloadable Resources and Posters


mdh-prepare.pdf
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sead_covid19-resource-decks.pdf
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Additional Links

Resiliency in Crisis Report: Click here to view
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Official Message from AICHO

In April 2020, the American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) received a grant from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) along with five other state-wide Indigenous organizations with the goal to share culturally relevant resources and education around COVID-19 in tribal communities. 

AICHO’s COVID-19 Native American Community Communications project will engage American Indian leaders and communities with COVID-19 information provided by MDH resources and create content with culturally appropriate messaging by utilizing Indigenous artists and their art forms to help share visual cultural Indigenous teachings, and values, for all ages about important safety practices while holding onto traditions.


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