The COVID-19 virus is a respiratory illness that is highly contagious. It produces flu like symptoms including cough, fever and shortness of breath. This virus

can be fatal to individuals with pre-existing conditions. Everyone is

encouraged to help fight the spread of COVID-19 by reducing contact with other

people. Self-isolation is recommended until this pandemic is under control.

• Information regarding COVID-19, request general services, or to volunteer please contact the Franklin County Emergency Services COVID-19 Hotline, 518-481-1111 or email eoccallcenter@franklincony.org. To sign up for emergency notifications go to franklincony.org, frcoemergencyservices.org or the Franklin County Emergency Services Facebook page and click on the HYPER-REACH link

• The Adirondack Medical Center has established a Hotline for medical question about COVID-19, call 518-897-2462

• Franklin County Office for the Aging is delivering meals, free of charge to any Franklin County resident 60 years of age or older. Please contact OFA at 518-481-1526    

• Franklin County Department of Social Services is operational. Anyone needing Temporary Assistance, financial aid or has an unmet need (food, fuel, repairs,etc.) is asked to call 518-481- 1894 or 518-481-1806 to speak with a case worker.

• Behavioral health services are available please contact 518-521-5818. Individuals in crisis should contact 518-891-5535 or 518-483-3261

Franklin County is strongly recommending that any traveler who is coming to the North Country self-quarantine/isolate for 14 days. Per the Executive order, STAY AT HOME.

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