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• We are all currently facing unchartered waters due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. These changes to how families live, work, go to school and play are occurring rapidly and let’s be real, they are hard. Even at the best of times, change creates stress. It’s more important than ever that we have realistic expectations about what all of these changes mean for us and our current daily lives and pay attention to how they are impacting us.
• • Owner
    Cristina Gallardo
  • Created On
    04-13-2020
  • Updated On
    07-13-2020
  • Update Reminder
    04-13-2021

• How To Contact

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  • Phone
    (512) 438-4800
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  • Email
    xx@xx
  • Address
    701 W. 51st Street
  • City
    Austin
  • State
    TX

• More Information

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  • Organization
    Texas Department Family and Protective Services
  • Zip Code
    78751

• Helpful Links

  • Main Program URL
    http://www.helpandhope.org/

• Detailed Information

  • "We know that child abuse and neglect typically increase during times of economic hardship, and we are working on ways to mitigate those risks," says Sasha Rasco, Associate Commissioner for the Prevention and Early Intervention division of the Department of Family and Protective Services. "Parents should try to establish some routines and normalcy at home. 
    

    If you need assistance finding food, paying house bills or other essential services dial 2-1-1 to speak to someone locally or visit 211Texas.org to find services electronically. 
    

    If your employment has been affected by the coronavirus, apply for benefits online at the Texas Workforce Commission or by calling TWC’s Tele-Center at (800) 939-6631 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday.
    

    The Texas Youth Helpline provides prevention services to youth, parents, siblings and other family members who are in need of a caring voice and sympathetic ear. Trained volunteers are on call to provide guidance on youth-related concerns, referral information or simply listen.
    

    Additionally, Help and Hope (www.helpandhope.org) offers a wealth of free resources you can access online to handle the stress of caring for kids of every age. Our entire site is dedicated to helping parents and caregivers manage stress around taking care of children, from birth to the teen years. We encourage you to look through our articles and videos to find the resources you need. When everything seems to be happening all at once, it's good to have a single place to go where you can get the help you need.
    

    Here’s a list of useful, trusted resources that can help:
    

    Sharing the facts about COVID-19 and understanding the actual risk to yourself and people you care about will go a long way to reduce fear and stress.
    

    The American Academy of Pediatrics has this advice: For Parents Experiencing Stress over COVID-19
    

    Positive Parenting & COVID-19: 10 Tips to Help Keep the Calm at HomeTips for Coping with a New Baby During COVID-19

     
    

    Help is always available. If you feel overwhelmed, upset or unable to control things, be a hero for your family and visit our Resource Finder.
    

    We are working to continuously update this page with resources that can provide you reassurance, tips and additional support in parenting during these unprecedented times. Again, you’re not alone. Parenting is hard, but it's worth it.
    

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