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Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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What is COVID-19?

A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among humans and cause mild illness, like the common cold. Patients with COVID-19 will be evaluated and cared for differently than patients with common coronavirus diagnosis.

Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure: Fever, Cough, Shortness of breath.

For Additional information and answers to common questions visit: 

Community Based Testing by appointment only, call 888-634-1123 or register at https://lhi.care/covidtesting. For FAQ visit: https://publichealthsbc.org/testing. For additional testing options please contact your primary care provider.

For immediate medical emergency Dial 9-1-1

COVID-19 Resources

Santa Maria High School gym will operate as a 24-hour emergency shelter to provide the homeless a place to stay and serve as a precaution against the coronavirus. Entrance into the shelter is permitted from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, with sleeping cots, showers, hand washing and phone charging stations, and three meals a day offered to clients when they walk in the door. The high school is located at 901 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454 and the entrance to the gym is at Gate 12 off Stowell Road.

City of Santa Barbara has opened non-congregate shelter for elderly and medically vulnerable persons experiencing homelessness who do not have the ability to practice physical distancing or self-isolate. Prioritization will be applied using the following criteria:

  • Persons who do not have a place to shelter, are 65 years of age and over with serious underlying medical conditions.
  • Persons who do not have a place to shelter and are under 65 years of age with serious underlying medical conditions
  • Persons who do not have a place to shelter and are 65 years of age or over.

For additional information about Emergency Shelter Operations in the city of Santa Barbara during the COVID-19 pandemic, please call Community Services Department, Homeless Assistance Programs at 805-560-1090.

Mental Health: Santa Barbara County ACCESS Line provides mental health services for those who are in crisis due to alcohol, drug, and/or mental health problems. Call 888-868-1649 available 24/7. For more information visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/behavioral-wellness

Domestic Violence Solutions: 805-963-4458 or text “CONNECT” to 741741

Standing Together to End Sexual Assault (STESA): 805-564-3696

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

Parenting/Relationship Coaching: FSA Coach Line provides free and confidential parenting/relationship support. For region and language specific numbers visit: https://fsacares.org/parent-coaching/

Emergencies: Call 911

Public Safety Net Programs continue to receive health care, food assistance and in-home supportive services in a timely manner during the COVID-19 outbreak. Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to extend the eligibility period for important safety net services. The order waives eligibility re-determination for 90 days for Californians who participate in these services: https://www.gov.ca.gov/2020/03/18/governor-newsom-issues-executive-order-to-protect-ongoing-safety-net-services-for-most-vulnerable-californians-during-covid-19-outbreak/

County public counters are closed or closing until further notice. However, most departments have online, mail, fax, phone & drop boxes to continue accessing programs & services. Refer to a list of changes as of today posted at http://www.countyofsb.org/asset.c/5272

 
 
 

Child Care:

  • For a referral for assistance in finding child care contact Children’s Resource and Referral at 805.925.7071
  • For assistance with paying for child care contact

 Employers & Employees:

  • Resource and Referral – Employers interested in helping individual employees find child care refer them to Children’s Resource and Referral 805-925-7071
  • Emergency Child Care Initiative –  Employers interested in surveying their essential workforce for child care need and working with a consultant to match employees to local child care providers contact essentialchildcaresb@gmail.com

805 Undocufund: Resources for Undocumented Individuals in response to COVID-19 can be found here:
https://211santabarbaracounty.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Undocumented-Individuals-COVID-19-Resources.pdf. Financial assistance for undocumented workers who have lost income or employment due to COVID-19 within Santa Barbara County and Ventura County, apply here: www.805undocufund.org/aplicar/

California Information Guide for undocumented immigrants: https://covid19.ca.gov/guide-immigrant-californians/

The Disaster Relief Immigrant Relief Program (DRAI) is a one-time, state-funded aid program for undocumented adults affected by COVID-19. A qualifying undocumented adult can receive $500 in direct assistance, with a maximum of $ 1,000 per household. Learn more here: http://mixteco.org/drai/?fbclid=IwAR39XI5GjnWDBKzJ0MH6XvT6AIjMMOJDBt-u6MkfAHQJfrmOrkSHzRpBKy8

Here is where you can find all you need to know about your Economic Impact Payment: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payment-information-center

For most taxpayers, payments are automatic, and no further action is needed. This includes taxpayers who filed tax returns in 2018 and 2019 and most seniors and retirees.

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s guide to COVID-19 economic stimulus relief: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/blog/guide-covid-19-economic-stimulus-checks/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=wc&utm_term=April1620

The Economic Development Collaborative: Compiled list of resources available for employees and employers who have been impacted by COVID-19: https://edcollaborative.com/covid19/

Business Owners and Employees: Federal, state and local assistance programs are available to small business owners, employers, employees and residents. Visit: readySBC.org/EconomicRecovery

Employment Development Department: The EDD provides a variety of support services (workers, caregiving, reduced work hours and self employed) to individuals affected by COVID-19 in California. For more information visit: https://www.edd.ca.gov/about_edd/coronavirus-2019.htm

Business Resource Guide: https://countyofsb.org/uploadedFiles/phd/PROGRAMS/Disease_Control/Corona/SBCWDB%20COVID-19%20Business%20Resource%20Guide_English.pdf

 

Worker Resource Guide: http://sbcwdb.org/uploadedFiles/sbcwdb/home/SBCWDB%20COVID-19%20Workers%20Resource%20Guide_032720_English.pdf

 

Child Care:

  • Resource and Referral – Employers interested in helping individual employees find child care refer them to Children’s Resource and Referral 805-925-7071
  • Emergency Child Care Initiative –  Employers interested in surveying their essential workforce for child care need and working with a consultant to match employees to local child care providers contact essentialchildcaresb@gmail.com

Resources for City of Buellton residents: http://cityofbuellton.com/government/special/Coronavirus.php

Resources for City of Carpinteria residents: https://carpinteriahub.com/

Resources for City of Goleta residents: https://www.cityofgoleta.org/projects-programs/emergency-preparedness/covid-19

Resources for City of Guadalupe residents: http://ci.guadalupe.ca.us/

Resource for City of Lompoc residents: https://www.cityoflompoc.com/community/coronavirus-local-information-and-resources

Resources for City of Santa Barbara residents: https://www.santabarbaraca.gov/gov/cityhall/onlineservices/default.asp

Resources for City of Santa Maria residents: https://www.cityofsantamaria.org/city-government/departments/city-manager/coronavirus

Resources for City of Solvang residents: https://www.cityofsolvang.com/371/Coronavirus-Information-Resources

Care 4 P.A.W.S. Mobile Clinic provides affordable, accessible pet wellness services to low-income, senior, disabled and homeless pet owners throughout Santa Barbara County. They also offer support with pet food, supplies and other basic pet care needs. Learn more here:
https://211santabarbaracounty.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/C.A.R.E.4Paws-Services-211-COVID-19.pdf

  •  AT&T: Provides flexible payment options for COVID19 impacted customers to keep service including cellphones, television and internet running. Make payment arrangements 800-288-2020
  • Bank of America: offers personalized financial assistance through its Client Assistance Program and can be reached at 844-219-0690.
  • Chase Bank: Announced its efforts to help its customers affected by COVID19 and is encouraging customers to call a special care line at 888-356-0023 to discuss available hardship programs.
  • Wells Fargo Bank: Committed to helping customers experiencing hardships, including from the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). If in need of assistance, customers can call 800-219-9739 to speak with a trained specialist to discuss options available for their consumer lending, small business and deposit products.
  • Sprint: is offering payment options to qualified customers through its financial team to keep customers affected by COVID19 connected. Additionally GB will be provided at no cost call 888-211-4727 or visit sprint.com for more information.
  •  T-Mobile: is providing payment options for customers affected by COVID19. Customers can call T-Mobile Customer Care to discuss options at 611 from a T-Mobile device or 877-746-0909 from any phone.
  • U.S Bank: Customers are encouraged to visit the U.S. Bank coronavirus webpage or contact our designated line at 888-287-7817 to speak with a customer service representative about products or customer assistance programs that may be available, including mortgage relief options. Visit: https://www.usbank.com/splash/covid-19.html
  •  Verizon: is offering flexible payment options and a “Promise to Pay” program for customers which can be set up in the My Verizon app or website, or available by calling 866-266-1445.
  • CapitalOne: Customers affected by COVID19 may be eligible for assistance, of which will vary on the type of product they have and their individual needs. For more information visit: https://www.capitalone.com/coronavirus/
  • Citibank: Customers affected by COVID19 may be eligible for waived fees, credit line increase and some mortgage customers can be eligible for hardship programs for more information visit: https://online.citi.com/US/JRS/pands/detail.do?ID=covid19
  • COX: Due to the Coronavirus crisis increased access and speed is free to  low-income internet service Connect2Compete. New Connect2Compete customers will receive their first month of service free. Additional support available for customers call : 844-221-3930  or Visit : https://www.cox.com/residential/support/coronavirus-response.html?campcode=tnt-home-alert

Protect Yourself Financially from Coronavirus: Resources to protect yourself financially during COVID19: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/coronavirus/

DMV: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)  California law enforcement exercises discretion for 60 days in their enforcement of driver license and vehicle registration expiration dates beginning March 16, 2020. For more information visit: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv/detail/pubs/newsrel/2020/2020_12

California Taxes: More time to file, for California taxpayers affected by the COVID19  pandemic:  http://www.oesnews.com/more-time-to-file-pay-for-california-taxpayers-affected-by-the-covid-19-pandemic/

IRS: The IRS has temporarily closed all Taxpayer Assistance Centers and discontinued face-to-face service throughout the country until further notice. The IRS is continuing to process tax returns, issue refunds and help taxpayers to the greatest extent possible. More information here: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus

Price Gouging: It is illegal to increase prices, for more information on Price Gouging Law see PDF to report call : 805-568-2300 and file a complaint : English Form, Spanish Form

More information will be posted as available. Not all resources are listed on this page. Dial 211 for more information. 

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