Please note: This is a rapidly changing situation, and we at 2-1-1 NorCal are working to share information as we are updated from our colleagues and agencies at the county, state and/or federal level. You may also receive updates to information by texting “COVID-19” or “Coronavirus” to 211-211: Text Coronavirus Graphic.
At A Glance
County COVID-19 Information:
- Tehama County Public Health: www.tehamacohealthservices.net/covid-19
- Free Spanish- and English-language WhatsApp Chatbot Tools – provides accurate information on COVID-19 and vaccines. Prioritizes communicating with Californians and combating misinformation.
- Can be accessed by scanning a QR code at the bottom of their website English WhatsApp chatbot tools or texting “hola” to 833-422-1090.
- People without internet access can call the COVID-19 hotline at 833-422-4255 (833-4CA-4ALL), which has support in multiple languages.
- Free Spanish- and English-language WhatsApp Chatbot Tools – provides accurate information on COVID-19 and vaccines. Prioritizes communicating with Californians and combating misinformation.
- Exposures (Quarantine & Isolation Instructions):
- Face Coverings:
- Find the latest guidance at: covid19.ca.gov/masks-and-ppe.
- In California, masks are no longer required for unvaccinated individuals as of March 1, 2022. They are still strongly recommended for all people in most indoor settings, especially in areas with high transmission. After March 11, 2022, the universal masking requirement for K-12 school and childcare settings will also end. Masks are still required for everyone in high-transmission settings like public transit, emergency shelters, healthcare, correctional facilities, homeless shelters and long-term care facilities.
- PSA Update to Mask Guidance 03-04-2022
- Contact Tracing:
- When someone tests positive for COVID-19, notifying their close contacts can help stop the spread. If you get a text from 233-93, it is safe to click on the text link to complete a case investigation or contact tracing survey. Learn more at What is Contact Tracing?
- Testing:
- Anyone can be tested for COVID-19. Use one of these options:
- Contact your primary care physician
- Test to Treat Site: You can get tested and treated for COVID-19 with one stop at the state’s Test to Treat site: Tehama County Health Services, 1445 Vista Way, Red Bluff. Mon, Wed, and Fri 7:30am-3:30pm. If you test positive and treatments are appropriate, you can receive a prescription from a healthcare provider and have the prescription filled all at one location.
- Sign up online at lhi.care/covidtesting
- Or call 888-634-1123
- Use the Live Testing Location Map for more locations.
- At-Home COVID-19 Test Kit: www.cms.gov/how-to-get-your-at-home-OTC-COVID-19-test-for-free
- National COVID-19 Testing Overview: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/testing.html
- Anyone can be tested for COVID-19. Use one of these options:
- Vaccinations:
- County Public Health website: www.tehamacohealthservices.net/covid-19/covid-vaccine
- State Public Health Website: Get the Facts on Vaccines
- Eligibility:
- Anyone 6 months or older is eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Immigration or insurance status does not matter. No one will ask about immigration status when one gets vaccinated.
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- Booster shots:
- Use the CDC Booster Tool to find out when to get a booster.
- Children 6 months through 5 years of age who have received two doses of the monovalent (primary series) Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines should get an updated dose at least 2 months after their second dose. For immunocompromised children, parents should consult with their child’s healthcare provider.
- Appointments: Anyone who meets the eligibility requirements to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine may request an appointment using “My Turn” at the link above, or at myturn.ca.gov. If you would like assistance with signing up, please call one of these options:
- 2-1-1 (24/7)
- California COVID-19 Hotline at 833-422-4255 (Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm, Saturday-Sunday, 8am-5pm).
- Local pharmacies such as Walgreens and CVS are also offering vaccines; appointments can be made by going to their websites.
- COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics: Vaccine appointments at these clinics can be made by going to myturn.ca.gov. Or call 1-833-422-4255.
- Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 S. Jackson Street
- Wednesdays, 8am-5pm (Pfizer 12+ and Pfizer Bivalent Booster)
- Thursdays, 8am–5pm ( Moderna 12+ and Moderna Bivalent Booster)
- Fridays, 8am–5pm (Pfizer 5-11 years, Moderna 6-11 years and Moderna Pediatrics 6 months-5 years)
- Public Health Clinic in Red Bluff, 1850 Walnut Street, Building E
- Tuesdays, 9am-4pm (Flu vaccine – available by appointment only)
- Wednesdays, 9am-4pm (Flu vaccine, COVID-19 vaccines for 6 months and older, and COVID-19 boosters. Walk-ins only.)
- Thursdays 1-4pm (COVID-19 vaccines for 6 months and older and COVID-19 boosters available through appointments or walk-ins)
- Red Bluff Community Center, 1500 S. Jackson Street
- For those who have difficulty accessing available COVID-19 vaccination options: Request an in-home vaccination appointment by visiting myturn.ca.gov. Select the “Find an Appointment” button and respond “yes” to the question about needing help with transportation or an in-home appointment. A state representative will call within a few days to determine eligibility.
- Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Record (DCVR): A new tool is available for Californians who received a COVID-19 vaccination and wish to access their record from the state’s immunization registry systems. Go to: myvaccinerecord.cdph.ca.gov. For questions or assistance with accessing your DCVR, follow the troubleshooting tips at cdph.ca.gov/covidvaccinerecord or call the California COVID-19 Hotline at 833-422-4255 (Mon-Fri, 8am-8pm, Saturday-Sunday, 8am-5pm).
- Booster shots:
- Medications & Treatments:
- FREE Virtual Covid-19 Visit for COVID-19 Medication: Offers FREE telehealth services to California residents (ages 12 and up) to help connect to COVID-19 medication. To connect to a healthcare provider to be evaluated for treatment, Contact Sesame Care at 888-897-1244 or visit sesamecare.com/covidca.
- State Updates:
- General information and updates: covid19.ca.gov
- State Dashboard: covid19.ca.gov/state-dashboard/#location-tehama
- SMARTER Plan: Aims to guide California’s strategic approach to managing COVID-19 while moving the state’s recovery forward.
Latest Press Releases:
- 12/5/22: PSA Rise in Respiratory Viral Illnesses 12-5-22 Eng-Spa_
- 11/21/22: PSA Be Prepared for the Holidays 2022 11-18-22 eng-Spanish
- 11/14/22: PSA LHI testing and vaccination updates 2022 11-14-22 eng-Spanish
- 9/22/22: PSA Bivalent COVID Vaccine Booster 09-22-22 Eng-Spa
- 8/23/22: PSA Protect your little ones from COVID 8-23-22 Eng-Spa
- 7/21/22: PSA Increasing COVID-19 Cases 07-21-22 Eng-Spa
- 7/15/22: PSA COVID-19 Vaccine 6 months and older Eng-Spa 07-13-22
- 6/20/22: PSA COVID Tesing Location Moving 06-29-2022
- Public Health website: www.tehamacohealthservices.net/covid-19
Business Guidelines:
- Latest guidance for businesses:
- State:
- Resources for Employers & Workers: www.labor.ca.gov/coronavirus2019
- Current Safety Measures: covid19.ca.gov/safely-reopening
- Safety in the Workplace: covid19.ca.gov/workers-and-businesses
- Workplace Rights, Responsibilities, & Resources: saferatwork.covid19.ca.gov
- Educational Materials: CDPH Occupational Health Branch COVID-19 & the Workplace – Tools for Workers page
- State:
- Local resources for businesses:
- Butte College Small Business Development Center: www.buttecollegesbdc.com/covid-19
Resources and Guidance:
(Please visit 211tehama.org for additional resources not listed here, or call 2-1-1.)
Food:
- 2-1-1 Tehama: Lists a variety of food resources. Go to 211norcal.org/tehama/search/food and scroll down to categories.
Financial concerns:
- Direct Economic Impact Payments: www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment
- Golden State Stimulus: www.ftb.ca.gov/about-ftb/newsroom/golden-state-stimulus/index.html
- Financial Assistance for Funeral Costs: www.fema.gov/disasters/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance
- IRS Free File: Prepare and file your federal income tax online for free at www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free. Free tax preparation assistance is listed on 211 HERE.
- Disability & Paid Family Leave: edd.ca.gov/Benefit_Programs_Online.htm
- Legal Services of Northern California: Providing information about loss of income, rent, public benefits. Website: www.lsnc.net/coronavirus-covid-19. Flyer: LSNC Shasta COVID-19 flyer
- Fraud: Be aware that criminals are attempting to exploit COVID-19 worldwide through a variety of scams. For more information, including how to report, go to www.justice.gov/coronavirus.
- 2-1-1 Tehama: Lists resources for Finances. Go to 211tehama.org and scroll down to categories.
Housing:
- Mortgage Relief Program: Open to all eligible Californians who are currently experiencing pandemic-related hardships and have fallen behind on their housing payments. Complete the application questionnaire to begin the application process. If you need assistance with your application or have questions about your eligibility, please contact your mortgage servicer or a HUD-certified housing counselor at 800-569-4287. For application questions call 888-840-2594.
- Homeowners and Renters: The state is no longer accepting applications for COVID-19 rent and utility bill relief.
- Check the status of your submitted application HERE. To request additional support with your application or appeal, call the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief call Center at 833-430-2122.
- Contact 2-1-1 or browse our website if you are in need of services.
- 2-1-1 Tehama: Lists Housing resources. Go to 211tehama.org and scroll down to categories.
Health concerns:
- NorCal Services for Deaf & Hard of Hearing: Providing answers and information to questions or concerns about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) or the vaccines. Videophone: 916-426-3222 or email AccessCOVID19info@norcalcenter.org.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
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- What to do if you are sick: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html
- Caring for someone who is sick: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/care-for-someone.html
- CDC – Symptom checker available online: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/index.html
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- UC Davis – when symptoms don’t go away: health.ucdavis.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-information/covid-19-long-haulers.html
- 2-1-1 Tehama: Lists Health Care resources. Go to 211tehama.org and scroll down to categories.
Mental Health support:
- CalHOPE Warmline: Connects callers to other people who have persevered through struggles with stress, anxiety, depression – emotions triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Call 833-317-HOPE (4673).
- CalHOPE Connect: Live Chat offers safe, secure, and culturally sensitive emotional support for all Californians who may need support relating to COVID-19. Go to: www.calhopeconnect.org.
- CalHOPE Redline: Provides phone, text, and online chat service to support Urban Indian and Tribal populations in California. Go to: ccuih.org/redline.
- Crisis Text Line: Crisis Texting Service
- ShiningCare – Crisis Response Program: Reaches out to and assists at-risk older adults and their family caregivers in times of crisis and emergencies – ShiningCare – Crisis Response & Assistance Program
- Support for Substance Use Recovery resources listed on 2-1-1: 211norcal.org/tehama/search/addictions
- Coping with Stress during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Coping With Stress – English, Coping With Stress – Spanish.
- Stress Coping (CDC): www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/stress-coping/cope-with-stress/index.html
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/stress-coping/index.html
- World Health Organization (WHO): mental-health-considerations
- 2-1-1 Tehama: Lists Mental Health resources. Go to 211tehama.org and scroll down to categories.
Parents:
- Tehama County Parent Helpline is available to offer support. Find out more at:
- Tehama County Office of Education: www.tehamaschools.org
- State Child Care Finder: mychildcare.ca.gov/#/home
- KIXE-TV PBS: Offering a weekly Story Time, Thursdays at 9am on Facebook – www.facebook.com/KIXETV9
- Sesame Street Activities: sesamestreetincommunities.org
- CDC: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/parental-resource-kit/index.html
- California Department of Public Health: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DMCAH/Pages/COVID-19/Guidance-for-Women-and-Families.aspx
- 2-1-1 Tehama: 211norcal.org/tehama/search/children-family
People Experiencing Homelessness:
- Poor and the Homeless Tehama County Coalition: PATH Homeless Day Center
Medical Professionals, First Responders, and Essential Service Providers:
- CDC Information for Healthcare Professionals: www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/hcp/index.html
- Self-Care: Coping with the Challenges of Public Health Emergency Work
Immigrants:
- Guide for Immigrants: covid19.ca.gov/guide-immigrant-californians
Volunteer Opportunities:
- CA – Statewide: Seeking medical and nonmedical volunteers to help accelerate COVID-19 vaccinations. Californians are needed to support on-site operations as well as remote opportunities. Please see: My Turn Volunteer Campaign.
Activities for all ages:
- Free movies through the library: tehamacountylibrary.kanopy.com. For more information and updates on services please visit the Tehama County Friends of the Library Facebook page at www.facebook.com/TCFoL or call 530-527-0604.
- Shasta Family YMCA: Offering YMCA 360: On-Demand Videos. Access FREE workouts from YMCA where one can find their favorite Y classes for all ages. Visit: www.ymca360.org.
Additional Resources:
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- Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL): National hotline helps people with disabilities find vaccination locations in their communities, make appointments and find local services – such as accessible transportation – to overcome barriers to vaccination. Also answers questions and addresses concerns about the vaccines. To access the hotline, visit www.acl.gov/COVID-19, call 1-888-677-1199 Mon-Fri, 6am-5pm, or email DIAL@n4a.org.
- NorCal Services for Deaf & Hard of Hearing: Provides answers and information to questions or concerns about the Coronavirus (COVID-19) or the vaccines. Videophone: 916-426-3222, or Email: AccessCOVID19info@norcalcenter.org.
Donations:
- United Way of Northern California: www.norcalunitedway.org/coronavirus-fund