PLEASE NOTE: As of June 12, 2020, this page is no longer being updated.
All new information for PARENTS related to COVID-19 after Friday, June 12, 2020 can be found on FCAAP’s new COVID-19 Parent Resources page.
All new information for PROVIDERS related to COVID-19 after Friday, June 12, 2020 can be found on FCAAP’s new COVID-19 Provider Resources page.
From the Department of Children & Families (DCF):
DCF COVID-19 Information
From the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP):
“How to Prevent Illness from Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)” by Dr. Brandon Chatani
“Tips on Infant Feeding During the COVID-19 Pandemic” by Cara Cannon, MD, FAAP
“Keeping Immunizations Up-to-Date During the COVID 19 Pandemic” by David Berman, DO, FAAP
From the American Academy of Pediatrics:
“Help Children Understand Coronavirus: Tips from the President of the American Academy of Pediatrics“
“Masks and Children During COVID-19” from the AAP
From HealthyChildren.org:
“2019 Novel Coronavirus” Parent Resources
“Cloth Face Coverings for Children During COVID-19“
“Breastfeeding During COVID-19 Pandemic“
“Caring for Children in Foster Care During COVID-19“
“Positive Parenting & COVID-19: 10 Tips to Help Keep the Calm at Home“
“Tips for Coping with a New Baby During COVID-19“
“Parenting in a Pandemic: Tips to Keep the Calm at Home“
“Ask the Pediatrician: How should we feed our baby if we’re running low on money?“
“¿Cómo debemos alimentar a nuestro bebé si se nos está acabando el dinero?“
“COVID-19 and Pediatric Multi-System Inflammatory Syndrome“
“Mental Health During COVID-19: Signs your Teen May Need More Support“
“Age-Based Tips to Help Juggle Parenting & Working at Home During COVID-19“
Additional Resources:
“A guide to keeping your child safe and reassured as coronavirus spreads” from CNN Health
“COVID-19 Child Safety Tips” from Lauren’s Kids
“Safer, Smarter Families: Digital Health & Safety Resources” from Lauren’s Kids and FL Dept. of Education
“Staying calm, vigilant can help mitigate COVID-19 effects on children’s mental health, experts say” from Healio
Virtual Learning, Play-Based Yoga, and more at-home resources from Action For Healthy Kids
“Playful learning tips for toddlers” from the LEGO Foundation
COVID-19 and Legal Aid and Resources for the Public
• Pose a legal question to a panel of volunteer lawyers: Florida Free Civil Legal Answers
• More resources from Florida Free Civil Legal Answers
• Contact your local legal aid office. Offices listed by county.
• Renters’ rights
• Landlord/Tenant Law in Florida
• County-by-county eviction status list provided by Community Justice Project
• Legal Resources Guide from Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County
• Florida Courts Help website
For additional COVID-19 resources, visit FCAAP’s COVID-19 Provider Resources page.
The information provided on this page is subject to change without notice based upon new information, resources, and directives from federal, state, and local authorities and medical experts. While FCAAP will do its best to update information that has been changed due to the issuance of new guidance and directives, there will be a delay in such updates and we cannot guarantee that all information will be updated to reflect such changes. This information is provided only as general guidance and is not being offered as a medical or legal opinion.
