COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Information

People’s Community Clinic cares about your health and we are keeping up with the latest scientific information on COVID-19 (Coronavirus) to help protect our patients and our staff.

Please note the information shared on this page is general information and is not meant to be used in place of medical advice from your healthcare provider. If you are having an emergency, please call 911.

Can I get the COVID-19 vaccine at People's?

6 months and older:

Patients who are 6 months and older can sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine/booster. Vaccines can be administered at the clinic during a regular check-up or by calling 512.478.4939 to schedule an appointment with a medical assistant.

What do I need to know about the COVID vaccine?

To see the most accurate information about the safety of the COVID-19 vaccine, how it works and more, visit the CDC’s page here.

I'm pregnant or breastfeeding. Should I take the COVID vaccine?

Everyone ages 6 months and older is recommended to get the updated COVID-19 vaccine, including people who are pregnant, breastfeeding a baby, trying to get pregnant now, or who might become pregnant in the future.

Can I get tested for COVID-19 at People's Community Clinic?

Yes. Please call 512.478.4939 to schedule an appointment with your provider.

I think I have COVID-19. What should I do?

If you are able, and you are NOT experiencing an emergency, please read this first: Preventing Spread of Respiratory Viruses When You’re Sick | Respiratory Illnesses | CDC

 

What are the signs or symptoms for COVID-19?
Symptoms of COVID-19 | CDC

 

Watch for the symptoms listed below, these symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure. There may be other symptoms, but these are the most common.

  • Fever or chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headache
  • New loss of sense of smell and taste
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea

What are the emergency warning signs to know when to seek medical attention immediately?

If you develop emergency warning signs of COVID-19, get medical attention immediately. Emergency warning signs include*:

  • Trouble breathing
  • Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
  • New confusion or inability to arouse
  • Bluish lips or face

*This list is not all inclusive. Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning.

 

How do I know when it’s safe to return to normal activities? (Work, school, and play) 

  • You can go back to your normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, both are true:
    • Your symptoms are getting better overall, and
    • You have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication).
  • When you go back to your normal activities, take added precaution over the next 5 days, such as taking additional steps for cleaner air, hygiene, masks, physical distancing, and/or testing when you will be around other people indoors. This is especially important to protect people with factors that increase their risk of severe illness from respiratory viruses.
    • Keep in mind that you may still be able to spread the virus that made you sick, even if you are feeling better. You are likely to be less contagious at this time, depending on factors like how long you were sick or how sick you were.
    • If you develop a fever or you start to feel worse after you have gone back to normal activities, stay home and away from others again until, for at least 24 hours, both are true: your symptoms are improving overall, and you have not had a fever (and are not using fever-reducing medication). Then take added precaution for the next 5 days.

What is the treatment for COVID-19?
The best treatment is taking care of yourself or someone else with rest, fluids, and something for fever or aches. We don’t have a cure right now. We can only treat the symptoms. We don’t have a cure right now. We can only treat the symptoms.

For severe cases, treatment should include care to support vital organ functions. If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 get medical attention immediately.

 

Where do I go to learn more about COVID-19?
Here is a list of resources that we trust for accurate information:  

What can I do to protect myself and my family from getting sick?

Core Prevention Strategies How to Protect Yourself and Others | CDC

Am I at great risk for complications of COVID-19?

People with Certain Medical Conditions | CDC

I am feeling stressed or anxious. What should I do?

This is a stressful time for all of us. Everyone responds differently during times of stress. Taking care of yourself is very important. If you are having a mental health emergency or trouble with your thoughts and feelings, please call Integral Care at 512.472.4357 (HELP).

If you already have an established relationship with a People’s Social Worker or provider, and it is not an emergency, please call us at 512.478.4939 to speak to someone or schedule an appointment.

Resources To Help

General Information

For Kids

ASL

Central Texas Resources

Austin Public Health Google Document English

Austin Public Health Google Document Spanish

Aunt Bertha Resource Navigation Platform

                                                            

General Resources

AISD Learning At Home Portal (sample schedules and activities at different grade levels)

YMCA Offering Childcare for Essential Workers 

Housing 

AUSTIN MEDICAL-LEGAL PARTNERSHIP

Austin Tenants Council

Texas Apartment Association Renters Resources (English & Spanish)

Applications for assistance with rent, mortgage, or utility bills

Catholic Charities 

Food Access

Central Texas Food Bank

About Good Apple 

Stay Home, Stay Healthy FAQ ( Good Apple)

Good Apple Intake Form 

AISD Meals During Closures

Farmshare/Fresh for Less Austin Curbside Delivery Service

H-E-B & Favor Senior Support: Online Ordering 101

Special WIC Food Updates

Utilities

City of Austin Utilities suspends disconnects amid COVID-19

Financial Assistance

Unemployment Eligibility Scenarios

How to Apply for Unemployment Benefits Online

Cómo Solicitar Beneficios de Desempleo en Línea  

RESTAURANT EMPLOYEE RELIEF FUND

Texas Undocumented Worker Fund Application  

Economic impact payments: What you need to know

Transportation

CapMetro & COVID-19

Medical Transportation Program

Community

Resources for Immigrants during the coronavirus crisis

Zoom       

Your YMCA at Home 

Legal

Texas Law Help

Know Your Rights

Mental Health Support

Mental Health Support

Crisis & Helplines

  • Texas COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line 24/7 call 833-986-1919 (English/Spanish)
  • Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 (English/Spanish)
  • Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
  • National Suicidal Prevention   1-800-273-TALK (8255) (English/Spanish)
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 (English/Spanish)
  • Travis County MH Crisis Hotline 512-472-HELP (4357) (English/Spanish)

Therapy/Support:

Individual

Support Groups

Substance Use

Wonders and Worries teaches parents how to parent and kids how to cope during a parent’s illness. Extended hours helpline 1-844-WE-WONDER (844-939-6633).

Coping

Support

Coping w/ disaster Fact Sheets

Self-Care for Parents

Support for Parents from Childmind Institute

Mindfulness Meditation

What is mindfulness meditation?
It is a mental training practice that teaches you to slow down racing thoughts, let go of negativity, and calm both your mind and body. Mindfulness techniques can vary, but in general, mindfulness meditation involves a breathing practice, mental imagery, awareness of body and mind, and muscle and body relaxation

UCLA – Mindful Meditation

English video about meditation

Physical Distancing/Working From Home Help

Working from Home

Physical Distancing

Kids at home

Articles

Entertainment/Activities

Games and lesson plans for home