The most up-to-date information about COVID-19 is available on the MDH COVID-19 website and the CDC COVID-19 website .

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and Department of Human Services (DHS) are working together to monitor and respond to the developing COVID-19 situation. The following resources are available to mitigate risks of COVID-19 in behavioral health facilities and children’s residential facilities.

• Guidance and resources for infection prevention and control in health care settings
• Residential Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facilities: COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
• Questions and Answers for Staff, Families, and Clients of Children's Residential Facilities: COVID-19
• Mental Health and Resiliency Tools for Health Care Workers: COVID-19

• COVID-19 test at home
• COVID-19 testing resources for residential programs licensed by the Department of Human Services
• COVID-19 testing in residential programs licensed by the Department of Human Services: frequently asked questions

For program specific modifications to licensing requirements, COVID-19 Preparedness Plan guidance and optional templates, and other guidance, visit the DHS Licensing COVID-19 Webpage

• National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) COVID-19 Resource and Information Guide
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) resources and information
• Notification of Enforcement Discretion for Telehealth Remote Communications During the COVID-19 Nationwide Public Health Emergency

• #StayConnectedMN toolkit provides information, messaging, and resources for people to use in their lives, with their loved ones, and anywhere in the community. The goal of this series is to share information about the importance of staying connected for our health and includes tips on how to do this.