New Orleans is Currently in Phase 2
The City's COVID-19 guidelines have been adapted to include new State rules where necessary, but will otherwise remain unchanged at this time.
Visit ready.nola.gov/reopening for details.
Limited to 50% of permitted occupancy:
Restaurants, cafes, and coffee shops
Beauty shops, salons, and barber shops
Shopping malls and retail stores
Gyms and fitness centers
Casinos, racetracks, and video poker establishments
Restricted gathering sizes:
Indoor gatherings are limited to 25% of permitted occupancy with a maximum of 75 people.
Outdoor gatherings are limited to 25% of permitted occupancy with a maximum of 150 people.
Concert halls will not be allowed to operate during the State's modified Phase Two.
Because Orleans Parish has a test positivity rate that is currently below 5%, bars will continue to be allowed to host indoor seating at 25% of permitted occupancy with a maximum of 50 people. Should the positive rate exceed 5% or should other COVID-19 trends become more critical, bars may be required to close to indoor seating.
Food Banks, COVID19 Testing and Other Resources
Please view the calendar of daily food distribution, resources, and testing sites.
In need of food assistance? Find find out about the Meal Assistance Program.
City of New Orleans COVID-19 Meal Assistance Program If you are in need of food, are in any of the following categories, and are not receiving any other federal food support, call
3-1-1 (504-658-2299) or go to nola.gov/311 to apply for this program.
The Program Serves:
Seniors age 65 and above
Adults with high-risk health conditions and special medical needs
Individuals who test positive for COVID-19 or have been exposed and require isolation or quarantine
Homeless residents
Children under age 18
Greater New Orleans Foundation Service and Hospitality Family Assistance Program The Greater New Orleans Foundation is offering assistance to hospitality workers and their families: https://www.gnof.org/service-and-hospitality-employee-family-program/
Hot Meal Calendar
RENTAL ASSISTANCE
City Of New Orleans COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program. Effective July 27, 2020, the City's Office of Community Development will begin taking applications for tenants residing in Orleans Parish who are in imminent danger of being evicted. There is limited funding. All applicants will not be assisted. Funding will only be available for members of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) designated vulnerable populations. Applicants must have experienced a loss of income related to COVID-19 and will likely become homeless within the next 30 days without financial assistance. Potentially eligible households include the following:
To Apply: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hfTLCLccAkqaIQ3ZtFuf99-rItoidzBCvshR9sBNXnBUMUxOOUxFSzFESkpTWlcwQVBQVUE4R0QxMi4u
COVID-10 Utilities and Services Information:
Sewerage and Water Board (SWBNO) suspended water service shut-offs on March 12, and will adhere to this policy change for the duration of the Mayor’s Declared Emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Entergy has implemented an Enhanced Customer Assistance Plan that includes flexible options extending time to pay and waiving late fees with payment arrangements. Any residential or commercial customer that is experiencing financial hardship is eligible to take up to six months to pay the current bill and/or unpaid balances. Call 800-368-3749 or visit https://www.entergy.com/covid-19/resources/ for more information.
Verizon updated COVID19 Response indicates that you must have contacted them by June 30 to be enrolled in their repayment program. For individuals seeking further assistance, visit https://www.verizon.com/support/residential/announcements/covid-19.
Cox will not terminate service to residences or small businesses that are unable to pay their bills due to disruptions caused by the coronavirus. For those affected, Cox will waive late fees.
AT&T, CENTURYLINK, SPRINT and T-MOBILE committed to no shutoffs, no late fees and making WI-FI hotspots available to those in need.
Mutual Aid Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MutualAidNewOrleans/
Mental Health Services and Resources
Keeping Calm through COVID Hotline. This connects you to trained, compassionate counselors who can offer support and direct you to mental health and substance abuse counseling services. 1-866-310-7977 24/7
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
City Of New Orleans COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program. Effective July 27, 2020, the City's Office of Community Development will begin taking applications for tenants residing in Orleans Parish who are in imminent danger of being evicted. There is limited funding. All applicants will not be assisted. Funding will only be available for members of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) designated vulnerable populations. Applicants must have experienced a loss of income related to COVID-19 and will likely become homeless within the next 30 days without financial assistance. Potentially eligible households include the following:
- Households with children
- Households with disabled member(s)
- Household with elderly member(s) and/or household members with underlying medical conditions
To Apply: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=hfTLCLccAkqaIQ3ZtFuf99-rItoidzBCvshR9sBNXnBUMUxOOUxFSzFESkpTWlcwQVBQVUE4R0QxMi4u
COVID-10 Utilities and Services Information:
Sewerage and Water Board (SWBNO) suspended water service shut-offs on March 12, and will adhere to this policy change for the duration of the Mayor’s Declared Emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Entergy has implemented an Enhanced Customer Assistance Plan that includes flexible options extending time to pay and waiving late fees with payment arrangements. Any residential or commercial customer that is experiencing financial hardship is eligible to take up to six months to pay the current bill and/or unpaid balances. Call 800-368-3749 or visit https://www.entergy.com/covid-19/resources/ for more information.
Verizon updated COVID19 Response indicates that you must have contacted them by June 30 to be enrolled in their repayment program. For individuals seeking further assistance, visit https://www.verizon.com/support/residential/announcements/covid-19.
Cox will not terminate service to residences or small businesses that are unable to pay their bills due to disruptions caused by the coronavirus. For those affected, Cox will waive late fees.
AT&T, CENTURYLINK, SPRINT and T-MOBILE committed to no shutoffs, no late fees and making WI-FI hotspots available to those in need.
Mutual Aid Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MutualAidNewOrleans/
Mental Health Services and Resources
Keeping Calm through COVID Hotline. This connects you to trained, compassionate counselors who can offer support and direct you to mental health and substance abuse counseling services. 1-866-310-7977 24/7
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
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LEGEND Light green = starting Monday 3/16 Dark green = starting Tuesday 3/17 Yellow = starting Wednesday 3/18 Purple = starting Wednesday 3/18 (for Jefferson Parish students) Orange = starting Thursday 3/19 Blue = starting Monday 3/23 We are updating this as we learn of additional options, and the source for these sites is mostly coming from NOLA Public Schools and Jefferson Parish Schools so please check there for updates on schools. As we come across graphics, we are including them on our site below. Please note that different sites have different times and options, and this map includes businesses in addition to schools. You can click any site to learn specific information. If you know of an additional site giving free food, please email the graphic with relevant information to [email protected] LAST UPDATED 8/5/2020 @ 11:35 AM |
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