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COVID-19 Community Resources
We are committed to providing as much support as possible and to work together to reduce the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus).
In this confusing and uncertain time, we want you to know that our efforts are focused on serving our Kinstone community. Most of our counseling partners are providing remote services, so please use this resource as needed.
Informational Updates
Food Resources
Cobb County Schools
Food distribution for students
Senior-Only Shopping Hours
Several grocery stores and other businesses have established special hours when only senior citizens and at-risk customers can shop. Stores mentioned in this article include Aldi, Costco, Dollar General, Fresh Market, Home Depot, Kroger, Lidl, Publix, Target, Trader Joe’s, Walgreens, Walmart, and Whole Foods.
Instacart
Order grocery deliveries to your door, with the option of “drop off at door.” Grocery stores participating include Publix, Kroger, Aldi, Sprouts, Petco and Costco. There is a 5% service fee (minimum $2). Fee does not include tip.
Resources
Internet Essentials
Affordable internet at home
Meditation
Headspace is offering some meditations you can listen to anytime.
Core Power Yoga On Demand
Free access to a new collection of C1, C2, Sculpt, HPF and even meditation classes every week.
Counseling
We have several partnerships with local counseling providers, and Kinstone will pay for up to four visits a year, with just a $10 co-pay. You have the freedom to choose the counselor that fits your needs. Just tell the counseling office that you are a Kinstone resident, and they will bill us without revealing your identity. We are here for you, your best self and your privacy. Most of our counseling partners are providing remote services.
United Way
COVID-19 Community Response & Recovery Fund
YMCA
Free online exercise classes
Strong4Life
How to talk to children about the coronavirus
TutorATL
Free one-on-one, on-demand homework help for K-12 students in metro Atlanta
NPR Life Kit
Tools to help you get it together.
Prescriptions
CVS Pharmacy is offering free prescription delivery service for a limited time. Check with your local CVS Pharmacy.
How to Help
MUST Ministries
Food distribution
Provide Child Care for Medical Personnel
SitterTree is partnering with local businesses and congregations to provide gift cards to medical personnel. Buy a gift card to help out parents and provide income for sitters.
Entertainment
Netflix Party
Watch Netflix with your friends online. Netflix Party synchronizes video playback and adds group chat to your favorite Netflix shows. You will need to use Google Chrome.
DuoLingo
Now is the best time to learn a new language…or two! Choose from over 50 languages. Best part is you can use the website or app, and it is free!
Crayola Coloring Pages
Head on over to Crayola to print out some coloring sheets. Did you know coloring is considered therapeutic? How fun!
Georgia Aquarium
Check on your favorite animals at the Georgia Aquarium. They have several webcams (check out the Ocean Voyager exhibit and the African Penguins), so you can view the sea creatures having fun in their home!
The Center for Puppetry Arts
Get your laughs and creative juices going! The Center for Puppetry Arts has scheduled programs to stream right in your own home using Zoom or Facebook.
The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Check out the Children’s Museum’s blog for a hands-on daily activity.
NFL Game Pass
Complimentary access until May 31, 2020!
NASA
NASA’s collection of images, sounds and video available for free!
Audible
Free books for kids and teens
“Live” Events
primarily via social media
10:00 am – Shark Story Hour
11:00 am – Streaming Storytime
12:00 pm – Pete the Cat Storytime
1:00 pm – Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems!
1:00 pm – Art Lessons
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