The End is in Sight

Effective COVID-19 vaccines have been developed and the biggest vaccination campaign in history has begun. An end to the pandemic is in sight.

Vaccine
COVID-19 Vaccines

Learn more about the vaccines. Are they safe? Are they effective? When will your family be able to be vaccinated?

Continue with the basics

Wear a mask
Wear a Mask

Learn why masks matter and how to help kids wear one
Wash hands
Wash your Hands

Explore fun hand washing activities, reminders, and other helpful resources
Social distancing
Practice Social Distancing

Learn how distancing slows viral spread and how to encourage kids to do their part
Monitor symptoms
Monitor for COVID-19 Symptoms

Learn what COVID-19 symptoms look like and what to do if you think you or your child is sick

Create Structure

Plan ahead
Establish a Routine

Discover the power of routines and explore tools to help get your family on schedule
Sleep well
Sleep Well

Learn how to prioritize sleep and troubleshoot sleep difficulties for any age
Eat well and exercise
Eat Well and Exercise

Explore creative, sustainable ways to keep your family active and eating well
Screen time
Be Smart with Screen Time

Check out the latest articles and tools to help your family develop healthy media habits
Explore new ways of learning
Adapt to Changes at School

Discover a wealth of resources to support your child’s changing learning environment
Navigate changes with work
Navigate Changes with Work

Explore tips and resources to help you maintain boundaries and brave your new work environment
Appointments
Don’t Miss Appointments

Learn the importance of routine visits and see how offices are adjusting to keep people safe

Manage Stress

Pause
Practice Mindfulness

Learn how to meet frustration and anxiety with mindfulness and explore tools to support you
Compassion
Have Compassion

Discover how to practice compassion for yourself and others during this stressful time
Connect with nature
Connect with Nature

Explore creative ways to safely connect with the outdoors and bring nature inside
Network
Stay Connected

Keep meaningful connection with your loved ones with these creative and safe activities
Avoid overload
Avoid Info Overload

Learn effective strategies to keep your family informed without getting overwhelmed
Warning
Watch for Warning Signs

Learn warning signs of a mental health crisis and what to do if you see them

Get Help

Sad Girl Sad Boy

Call 2-1-1 to be connected to these and other essential health and human resources

Mental health
Mental Health
HealthyMindsUT.org
NAMIUT.org
Find a Provider: 800-662-HELP
Crisis
Crisis
Warm Line: 833-SPEAKUT
Crisis Line: 800-273-TALK
Text Line: 741741
Special Needs
Special Needs
MedicalHomePortal.org
FamilyVoices.org
UtahParentCenter.org
Health Care
Health Care
TakeCareUtah.org
HealthAccessProject.org
HealthCare.gov
Food, Home, and Financial Needs
Food, Home, and Financial Needs
UtahFoodBank.org
HUD.gov/coronavirus
Jobs.Utah.gov/COVID19
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence
UDVC.org
Local Hotline: 800-897-LINK
National Hotline: 800-799-SAFE
Child Care
Child Care
ChildCare.gov
CareAboutChildCare.utah.gov
Covid Info
COVID-19 Info and Support
Coronavirus.utah.gov
Utah info line: 800-456-7707
CDC.gov/coronavirus
aaputah.org
utahchildren.org
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