COVID‑19  |  #communityofimmunity

On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) stated that the COVID-19 outbreak can be characterized as a pandemic. To receive official COVID-19 information, sign up for the latest CDC updates. The purpose of this page is only to offer a general overview of the existing public health situation that is causing facility closures, event cancelations, and service level adjustments. The information on this page was current as of January 01, 2022.

We have the tools to help stop the spread of COVID-19: 1) getting vaccinated or, 2) if unvaccinated, by continuing to wear masks covering your nose and mouth and practicing social distancing. If you have not already, you are encouraged to be vaccinated. Visit the Vaccine Finder for locations throughout Tarrant County.

Most Children and All Teens Can Get COVID-19 Vaccines

The CDC recommends everyone ages 5 years and older get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Authorized For

Pfizer-BioNTech

Moderna

J&J / Janssen

4 years and under

No

No

No

5–11 years old

Yes

No

No

12–17 years old

Yes

No

No

18 years and older

Yes

Yes

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*Everyone ages 18 years and older should get a booster dose of either Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna (mRNA COVID-19 vaccines) at least 2 months after receiving the Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen (J&J/Janssen) vaccine in most situations.

Widespread vaccination for COVID-19 is a critical tool to best protect everyone from COVID-19 and COVID-19 related complications.

Everyone ages 12 years and older should get a COVID-19 booster shot. Learn more about booster shots.

Learn about myths and facts or get answers to frequently asked questions about COVID-19 vaccines for children.

THE PUBLIC IS ENCOURAGED TO MONITOR THE FOLLOWING SOURCES FOR THE MOST CURRENT PUBLIC HEALTH INFORMATION:

COVID-19 Hotlines

COVID-19 Testing

To check symptoms or make an appointment, visit covidtesting.tarrantcounty.com. To find a Texas testing location outside of Tarrant County, visit covidtest.tdem.texas.gov.

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Assistance Programs and Resources

Food Resources

FUMC’s Mission Store and Community Food Pantry (229 W 4th Street) offers produce, canned goods, and staple foods on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
View Other Local Food Resources

Rental Assistance Program For Tarrant County Residents 

If you have a COVID-related loss of income that keeps you from paying your rent and you live in greater Tarrant County (outside of Fort Worth), rental assistance may be available. Get information and applications at renthelp.tarrantcounty.com.

CARES Act

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provides for Economic Impact Payments to American households of up to $1,200 per adult for individuals whose income was less than $99,000 ( or $198,000 for joint filers) and $500 per child under 17 years old – or up to $3,400 for a family of four.

Second COVID-19 Relief Package

Among its many provisions, the package includes direct payments of up to $600 per adult and child (dependent upon income);  unemployment, SNAP, and rental assistance; small business aid; and funding for vaccine distribution.

FFCRA

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19 from April 1 through December 31, 2020. 

Assistance for Small Businesses and Employers

Fraud and Scam Protection

As the number of people with Coronavirus grows, so does the number of scammers trying to take advantage of our collective fear and anxiety to steal our money. Please be wary of anyone requesting your identifying information through emails or phone calls. Be careful about online sales pitches and requests for information purporting to protect your health and well-being. If you have a question about a call or message you have received, call non-emergency dispatch at 817-478-5416 to speak with an officer. KPD is committed to helping you verify the validity of any communication and preventing you from falling victim to fraud.

OTHER RESOURCES AND INFORMATION

Administration Actions and Federal Agency Resources

USA.gov is cataloging all U.S. government activities related to coronavirus. Federal agencies’ coronavirus websites with important information and guidance: 

  • Centers of Medicare and Medicaid (CMS)
  • Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
  • Department of Education (DoED)
  • Department of Agriculture (USDA)
  • Small Business Administration (SBA)
  • Department of Labor (DOL)
  • Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
  • Department of State (DOS) (View All Travel Advisories)
  • Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
  • Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
  • Department of the Treasury (USDT) (Assistance for Small Businesses)
  • Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)
  • U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)