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 COVID-19 Information

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Find a Vaccination Clinic Near You:

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For more information about COVID-19, visit:

https://covidlink.maryland.gov/

 
 

Please read: Frequently Asked Questions: FAQs about COVID-19 and Older Adults​:

 

Skilled Nursing Facilities Vaccination Dashboard

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Sign up for Senior Call Check here​ or call 1-866-50-CHECK:

The Senior Call Check program is a free resource to MD residents over 65+ and we recommend all seniors use the program as a resource during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Senior Call Check phone lines are open M-F 8 am-5 pm and Saturday 9 am-3 pm.  During these hours, seniors can call toll-free 1-866-50-CHECK (1-866-502-0560) and register with a live agent.  Registration is also available online 24/7, click here​. ​

  • The verification and enrollment process can be completed within 24 hours Monday – Saturday.
  • We will provide messages and updates regarding the COVID-19 outbreak where to find support if you need it.
  • Trained volunteers are outreaching to participants with the option of live weekly calls. The State of Maryland is listening to the needs and concerns of our older residents, in real time, and we will connect you to essential services and supports. ​
  • Finally, regarding our emergency preparedness for handling possible disruption from COVID-19, we can provide you information at this time of need.

Please read program details here: https://aging.maryland.gov/Pages/senior-call-check.aspx​ 

 
Beware of both coronavirus scams but in particular vaccine scams. We have compiled various points of reference to help you identify the top coronavirus vaccine scams, ways to avoid vaccine scams, coronavirus scam related articles/resources, and how to report these scams as they are related to the pandemic. Click on "CORONAVIRUS SCAMS" for more detailed information.
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Additional resources:
ACL Administration for Community Living "What do Older Adults and People with Disabilities Need to Know?" https://acl.gov/COVID-19​
Food resources shared by the National Council of Aging: https://www.ncoa.org/blog/where-to-get-food-help-now/  
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Mental Health Resources:

Maryland Department of Behavioral Health: https://bha.health.maryland.gov/

Information sheets on older adult mental health: 


Video PSAs Regarding the COVID-19 and Older Adults from Secretary Kramer:

YouTube Playlist (view all):

 
Long PSA released May 22, 2020, 11:13 minutes: https://youtu.be/repS46NiNQ0  
Long PSA released March 23, 2020, 9:23 minutes: https://youtu.be/zmeQF9AgAkI​
Long PSA released March 16, 2020, 7:47 minutes: https://youtu.be/Hh78OddX9d0

:30 PSAs:

Behavioral Health: https://youtu.be/QCXdHYebtm8
Caregiver Services Corps: https://youtu.be/x8FOIRyOjzo
Community for LifeSM: https://youtu.be/BYRTIbPr6FQ 
Fraud Prevention: https://youtu.be/I25bBMydIEQ
Medications and Caregiving: https://youtu.be/9aBLpdfMiMg
Senior Call Check Enhancements: https://youtu.be/2orzt2P82f4
Social Connectedness: https://youtu.be/b0QZZQPgR0w​
 

For additional resources, please visit the designated website for COVID-19 shared by the Maryland Department of Health: https://covidlink.maryland.gov/
 
This is a rapidly evolving situation and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH)​ will provide updates as they become available. Be safe and stay healthy​!​
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