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Councilmember Kalb's COVID-19 Resources

Here is a summary of resources and information on the COVID-19 health emergency in Oakland, compiled by Councilmember Kalb and his staff.

Posted: March 23rd, 2020 1:06 PM

Last Updated: January 20th, 2021 7:43 PM

City of Oakland Resources

Links Description

City of Oakland general updates

A constantly updating resource page

Covid-19 Testing

Register for a Covid-19 test
Information about eligibility

Oakland Service Modifications

Summary of service suspensions and modifications during the Shelter in Place

COVID-19 Outreach Toolkit

Information and resources in multiple languages for download and use

Oakland Planning & Building's Response

A summary of available services during the Shelter in Place Order

Covid-19 Eviction Moratorium

Information for Renters and Landlords about the emergency eviction moratorium

Rent adjustment program

Includes information about support for renters during the Covid-19 emergency

Oakland COVID-19 Relief fund

A new fund designed to provide immediate grants to nonprofit organizations working in four priority areas: food, homelessness, community health & education and economic security.

OUSD Resource page

includes a plethora of resources for parents, teachers and students

Oakland Slow Streets

Oakland's new program to provide more space for people to be outside and practice safe social distancing

Oakland Library Resource Page

Online support and resources for Oaklanders, especially schoolchildren and their parents

Alameda County Resources

Links Description

Shelter in Place Updates

Updated information about the current Shelter in Place orders, re-opening plans, and specific updates concerning businesses and industries.

Alameda County Covid Data

Cases and deaths, hospitalization data, testing and more

Alameda County resource webpage

Lots of information, phone and email contact info

Alameda County Social Services (211) portal

Phone numbers and links for County residents in need of social services

Alameda County Isolation Housing

information about housing for unsheltered residents

Alameda County Family Justice Center

People who are surviving violence in their relationships and families may be experiencing increased isolation and danger caused by social distancing measures during the Coronavirus pandemic. The Center is open and ready to serve crisis needs for victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault and exploitation, child abuse, child abduction, elder and dependent abuse, and human trafficking. A full listing of available services can be downloaded here.

Rapid Response Resources

Helpful resources and information throughout Alameda County - updated weekly

Testing in Alameda County

Information about the County's Covid-19 Testing Task Force

East Bay Economic Development Alliance (East Bay EDA)

Promising practices, resources, and tools to help East Bay businesses

Countywide Food Distribution Map

Interactive map including food distribution sites and other essential services

State of California Resources

Links Description

Gov. Newsom's resource webpage

User-friendly website for COVID-19 resources. This is a substantial resource for information including health inquiries, unemployment insurance, and resources for small businesses.

CA COVID-19 Supplies

Governor Newsom's One-Stop Website for Donations & Sales of Essential Medical Supplies in Fight Against COVID-19

California Shelter in Place information

CA Dept of Public Health

Guidance and links

Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

Information for employers, employees, and all Californians

COVID-19 Safety Measures on Construction Sites

Memo to help clarify the current situation affecting Building Trades

Resources for California workers

User-friendly one-stop website of resources

Onward CA

New resource deployed by a broad coalition of companies, foundations, and humans to help out-of-work Californians get money, groceries or child care; up-skill, re-skill, or refresh; and find a new job

CA Dept of Aging

Information for Older Adults and People with Disabilities, Resources for Older Adults, Family, Friends and Caregivers

CA COVID-19 Supplies

Governor Newsom's One-Stop Website for Donations & Sales of Essential Medical Supplies

Resources for California's Nonprofits

California Association of Nonprofits' list of resources for nonprofit organizations in the State

CalRecycle

Information about the impact of COVID-19 on the waste management and recycling industry

Resources for Businesses and Workers

Links Description

Covid Recovery (Alameda County)

Resources for businesses and organizations planning for modified reopening, including:
Restaurant Operating Procedures
Retail and Shopping Guidance
Guidance Template for All Businesses
Places of Worship Guidance

Business and Worker Resources (Oakland)

Resources for Oakland businesses, nonprofits and workers to plan, prepare and respond to this health emergency

Oakland's Sick Leave Law

Read about Oakland's Measure FF paid sick leave requirements

Oakland Flex Streets

Oakland's new program to provide opportunities for economic revitalization and community engagement through creative and flexible uses of sidewalks, parking lanes and streets

East Bay Economic Development Alliance (East Bay EDA)

Promising practices, resources, and tools to help East Bay businesses

Resources for California workers

User-friendly one-stop website of resources

Resources for California's Nonprofits

California Association of Nonprofits' list of resources for nonprofit organizations in the State

Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)

Information for employers, employees, and all Californians