Guides: Missouri Public Library Directors: COVID-19 Resources

Disclaimer

The information provided herein is not to be construed as providing legal or medical advice. Libraries should contact their attorneys regarding any legal requirements and their local health departments for medical guidance related to COVID-19. The Missouri State Library does not endorse any of the library policies included in this guide. These policies are provided for informational purposes only.

Open Forums

Stay in touch with the State Library in our monthly open forums on the first Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. Email mostlib@sos.mo.gov for the Zoom join link.

Ideas for Programming

In-Person Programming

Virtual Programming

Topics

Summer Reading

Collaborative Summer Library Program

Virtual Story Times

Author Readings

Planning for Reopening

Individual Library examples, from Montana State Library:

Resources for Library Staff

ALA COVID-19 Recovery

A comprehensive guide from ALA including:

COVID-19 Materials for Posters, Signs, Social Media & Website

COVID-19 Trainings & Webinars

News and Updates

Missouri-specific Resources

CDC and U.S. Department of Education Resources

Other Resources

Resources from Dept. of Higher Education & Workforce Development

Resources from OCLC

Open Access COVID-19 Research Resources

Federal Response

Local Response

Missouri Vaccine Plan & Information

COVID-19 Tracking and Dashboards

REALM Project Updates

Understanding COVID-19 Vaccines: A REALM Project Webinar

COVID-19 Survival on Materials Held by Archives, Libraries, and Museums

Missouri Library Examples

Face Masks

Cleaning, Disinfecting & Safety

Employment Issues

Mental Health and Self Care

A Trauma-Informed Approach to Library Services by Rebecca Tolley

News and Updates

CDC News Room

Missouri News

Governor Mike Parson streams periodic press briefings. Follow along on his Facebook page or local radio/TV stations. Read his latest news releases here.

MO.gov News

Missouri Response

Missouri General Assembly

Senate streaming options
Only available during the legislative session or special hearings.
House streaming feeds
Only available during the legislative session or special hearings.

Assistance in Missouri

File for Unemployment
Contact the Missouri Department of Labor & Industrial Relations for questions about filing for unemployment.
Social Services
Missouri's Department of Social Services can help you with food stamps, health care, child care, child support.
Services Navigator
The Services Navigator is an online system that allows you to search for programs and services across the state of Missouri.
United Way 2-1-1
Dial 2-1-1 to get connected to a trained resource specialist.
Child Care Assistance
The Child Care Subsidy Program assists eligible Missouri parents and guardians with payments for child care. This program helps families with the cost of child care so that they are able to focus on finding and holding steady work that can support their family's needs.
myDSS Virtual Assistant
Use the DSS Virtual Assistant to get immediate answers to basic questions that are not specific to your case 24 hours a day. Call the FSD Customer Service at 855-FSD-INFO or (855-373-4636) Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Return Strong program
The Return Strong initiative is aimed at strengthening Missouri’s Workforce as it bounces back from the economic impacts of COVID-19.
Missouri Work Assistance Program
Temporary Assistance (TA) recipients are required to immediately participate in employment and training activities once they are approved to receive benefits. Find information here.
Legislator Lookup
Find your Legislators by entering a valid Missouri mailing address.
Resources to support people experiencing homelessness
Guidance from the CDC to Plan, Prepare and Respond.

Reference Services

Missouri Public Library Directors