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Information is updated daily on: manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus

WV STRONG

I was always taught that if you can count your blessings, you can share your blessings. It's my privilege to share some inspirational stories from those on the ground who are donating their time and energy to helping their fellow West Virginians. These are just a few of the countless acts of kindness happening in our state every single day. Share your stories or recommend someone to be recognized for being WV Strong by emailing WVSTRONG@manchin.senate.gov. 

Nominated as today’s Better Angels are the Public Health, National Guard and Lab personnel who are testing West Virginians. These organizations have always been vital resources, but during these unpredictable times with daily changes of information and guidelines, they have truly done their very best to help bring some organization and reliability to the resting process in our communities.

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TESTING

Where can I get a test? This is a question my office has received since the beginning of this pandemic. Please note that this is not a comprehensive list; there may be more testing sites out there that are added daily.  In order to provide as much reliable information as possible, I am including testing sites that are verified through an official communication or news release.

For any organizations or health care organizations who would like their site listed, or who have updates on their hours or requirements, please email me at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov .

It is recommended that you seek testing only when you begin exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19. Click here to view the screening criteria. To report your symptoms and be directed to one of the available testing sites, contact your primary care doctor or a designated hotline for your area. Most, if not all, sites require a physician's order before testing. If you have gone through these steps and are still having issues getting a test, please email me at common_sense@manchin.senate.gov and a member of my staff will reach out to you to see if we can assist.


Click here for WV DHHR's latest updates to reported COVID-19 cases

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Any new additions or updates to testing sites or events will be included below. The full list of verified testing sites and events is available and updated daily on manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2020
MOUNDSVILLE
LOCATION: Marshall County Health Department, 513 6th Street, Moundsville, WV

HOURS: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

RANSON
LOCATION: Civic Center parking lot, 432 W. 2nd Ave., Ranson, WV

HOURS: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

The diagnostic tests administered will only show individuals if they have an active infection, not if they have been previously infected and have recovered, the health department said in an announcement.
Results will be available in three or four days via the Q-Labs online patient portal.
Drive-thru or walk-thru patients will be accepted, but individuals must bring a driver's license, photo identification or other proof of address.
Patients under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2020
HURRICANE
LOCATION: Teays Valley Baptist Church, 3926 Teays Valley Road, Hurricane, WV

HOURS: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2020
POCA
LOCATION: Poca Driving Range, 1 Dot Way, Poca, WV

HOURS: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2020
HINTON
LOCATION: Hinton Freight Depot, 506 Commercial Street, Hinton, WV

HOURS: 1 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2020
PARKERSBURG
LOCATION: South Parkersburg Baptist Church, 1655 Blizzard Drive, Parkersburg, WV

HOURS: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2020
PARKERSBURG
LOCATION: South Parkersburg Baptist Church, 1655 Blizzard Drive, Parkersburg, WV

HOURS: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2020
ELEANOR
LOCATION: Eleanor Pool Parking lot, Park Road, Eleanor, WV

HOURS: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2020
ROMNEY
LOCATION: Hampshire High School, 157 Trojan Way, Romney, WV

HOURS: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

 

 

RESOURCES

Our office is working diligently to bring you the most up-to-date information as it becomes available. Click the links below for more information. All information regarding resources and more can be found on Senator Manchin's website.

Unemployment & Direct Payments

Veterans Assistance

Basic Needs

Business Assistance

Volunteer

Feeling Ill?

WV 211:

United Way of West Virginia provides an important service to West Virginians by helping users navigate the vast number of resources available to aid with healthcare issues, food shortages, mental health questions and more. This program is more important now than ever as we battle the COVID-19 pandemic and I commend United Way for continuing to serve their fellow West Virginians through this time.

United Way’s new 2-1-1 will make information on a wide variety of local support services more accessible across our entire state,” said United Way of Central WV President, Margaret O’Neal. “Whether it’s information for locating a health clinic, finding child care programs, or getting housing assistance, 2-1-1 is an easy-to-remember, go-to resource for individuals and families.

To utilize these resources West Virginians can:

Call 2-1-1
Text your zip code to 898-211
Visit http://www.wv211.org/contact
Call toll-free 1-833-848-9905

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Any new or updated resource information will be posted below. All information is available and updated daily on manchin.senate.gov/coronavirus.

 

UPCOMING JOB FAIR:
Region III Workforce Investment Board Virtual Job Fair
October 15 from 10am - 2 pm

To learn more and register, click here.

 

CITY OF CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES NEW SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM:

An eligible small business in the city has no more than 25 employees or more than $1 million in annual gross revenues.

A total of $250,000 will be awarded as part of the three-cycle grant program which will be in fall of 2020, winter of 2020 and spring of 2021.

A total of $80,000 in grants may be awarded under the fall 2020 program. The maximum annual grant award for any business is $5,000 and grant recipients must match any award amount by 25%.

To apply for the program, click here.

 

 

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