COVID-19 Resources

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A landmark plan

The AFT has charted a path to safely and responsibly reopen school buildings and other institutions crucial to the well-being and economic vitality of our communities.

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Cloth face coverings protection

Cloth face coverings

Where they fit in COVID-19 protection— do’s and don’ts.

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Mental health

Helpful information and tips for dealing with COVID-19.

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Guidance on N95s

Decontamination methods for N95s and other filtering face piece respirators.

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COVID-19 Information and resources

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Nurses and health professionals

Get information about what nurses and health professionals can do to safeguard against the virus.

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Educators and school support staff

What teachers, paraprofessionals, school nurses and custodians can do to safeguard against the virus.

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Higher education faculty and staff

Now is a good time for higher education institutions to review and evaluate their current infection control practices.

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Public employees

Recommendations for infection control, and site-specific facility planning and preparation.

Share My Lesson Remote learning and lesson plans for educators, school support staff & parents

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Remote learning community: Prepare & engage

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Supporting students with disabilities during pandemic

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Marc Brackett webinar

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The Big 7: Healthy emotion regulation on April 16

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Members & the community

Cloth face coverings: Do's and Don'ts

How to support healthcare workers on the frontlines

COVID-19 infection prevention in child care centers

COVID-19: The basics

COVID-19 planning checklist for individuals and families

The latest from the CDC

Office of Child Care COVID-19 Resources

MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health resources

Taking Care of Yourself in Difficult Times

Stress relief for healthcare workers

AFT MEMBER BENEFITS

Assistance for job interruption

General info on legal rights

NEW! Emergency paid sick days and paid leave for child care and coronavirus (w/National Partnership for Women & Families)

Know Your Rights: ADA accomodations during COVID-19

Sample authoritative letter on the ADA

Workers' Rights FAQs

Essential personnel FAQ for individual employees

Legal guidance for union members during public health emergency

Guidance for AFT members during states of emergency

Resources in Spanish

Share My Lesson printables
Coronavirus—Staying Healthy
Coronavirus—Be Prepared

CDC
Coronavirus factsheet