Coronavirus Resources in Central Florida
My top priority in this public health emergency is providing support to you and your family. As the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact our communities, here are some resources to help you get through this unsettling time:
Central Florida Hotlines:
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If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 and may have had contact with a person with COVID-19, or recently traveled to countries with apparent community spread, call your healthcare provider or local public health department first before seeking medical care so that appropriate precautions can be taken.
You can reach the Florida Department of Health's dedicated COVID-19 Call Center at 1-866-779-6121. The Call Center is available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Residents can also send questions via email at COVID-19@flhealth.gov.
For additional information, visit the Florida Department of Health's dedicated COVID-19 webpage here.
In support of the state's efforts, Orange, Osceola and Polk Counties are also accepting coronavirus calls.
Meals and Food Banks:
Second Harvest Food Bank: If you are in search of food, you can find local food banks near you here.
Osceola, Orange and Polk County Schools Meal Distribution: To ensure our children will not go hungry while school is not in session, Osceola and Polk County Schools will be distributing free pack-and-go meals at designated locations. To see which is nearest to you, please visit their websites: Osceola Schools, Orange Schools and Polk Schools.
Meals on Wheels for Seniors
Osceola County: Meals on Wheels will deliver to those in need to a limited geographical area for $8.00 per meal. For anyone, 60 and over, who is physically or mentally unable to prepare a balanced meal and has no one to prepare a meal from them there are several programs that assist with the cost. Please contact Wilda Belisle if interested at 407-847-2144 or belislew@osceola.coa.com.
Orange County: Meals on Wheels can provide 30 days of meals during a crisis situation. Seniors can purchase meals or apply for free meals in Orange County by calling 407-615-8987.
Polk County: Daily meals can be delivered to those in need for $5 a meal. If you're interested, please call 863-299-1616, email contact@mealsonwheelspolk.com or apply online at www.mealsonwheelspolk.com.
Additional food resources: Toasted Restaurant is offering a FREE Kids Grilled Cheese meal Monday-Friday from 11 AM to 2 PM to all students. Children must be present at the time of ordering. Available at all locations: UCF, Lake Nona, Winter Park & Windermere. For more information, click here.
Small Businesses:
Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers and themselves healthy.
To apply for a loan through the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, click here.
If your small business has been impacted, consider applying for a low-interest disaster loan from the Small Business Administrationhere. To locate your local satellite office, click here.