COVID-19 Information
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The City of Stamford’s Office of Public Safety, along with the Stamford Department of Health, is closely monitoring the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and is in frequent communication with the CDC and the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health.
The City of Stamford has compiled a visualization of Covid case data up to January 26.
Residents can sign up to receive COVID-19 messages regarding local COVID-19 response activities on the COVIDCT Everbridge list. Visit the http://ct.gov/covidupdates and click on “sign up now” for the COVIDCT list or start the registration by texting COVIDCT to 888777.
Vaccine Information
Residents who are 55 and older are allowed to sign up for Covid-19 Vaccines through the City Department of Health.
For more information please visit Stamfordct.gov/vaccine.
Upcoming Testing Dates
Click here for a list of testing locations in Stamford
Reopening - Business Re-opening Guidelines
Mayor David Martin announced that Stamford is returning to Phase 2 in response to the increase of COVID-19 cases in the region, across the State, and in Stamford. Please view the details here.
Important Contact Information
- If you need non-emergency assistance related to COVID-19, call Social Services by dialing 203-977-4050.
- For testing in Stamford, call Citizen's Service Center by dialing 203-977-4140.
- Stamford Hospital Covid-19 Hotline is 203-276-4111, available 7 days a week from 7:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m.
- The State of Connecticut is partnering with United Way of Connecticut to answer questions: call 2-1-1 or text “CTCOVID” to 898211.
COVID-19 Contact List
Questions related to coronavirus, coronavirus infections, Stamford Health (Stamford Hospital), or community physicians |
Stamford Health (Stamford Hospital)
| 203-276-4111
After hours: 2-1-1 | |
Questions related to PPE, Environmental cleaning
| Director of Lab James Federici, MS | jfederici@stamfordct.gov | 203-977-4378 |
Questions related to schools and daycares
| School Nursing Supervisor Moira Bryson, RN | MBryson@stamfordct.gov | 203-977-4370 |
Questions related to restaurants, hotels, motels, rooming house, pools
| Interim Director Environmental Health & Inspections Gail Mcrae | GMcrae@StamfordCT.gov | 203-977-5122 |
Business Related Questions |
Director of Economic Development Thomas Madden
| Tmadden@stamfordct.gov | 203-977-5168 |
Food Distribution and Food Insecurity Related Questions |
Social Services Director Ellen Bromley
| Ebromley@stamfordct.gov | 203-977-4112 |
All other questions |
Stamford Department of Health
| StamfordDIRHLTH@stamfordct.gov | 203-977-4398 |
Releases
- 2020-11-13 - Stamford Partners With Community Health Center for Scalzi Park Testing Site
- 2020-10-29 - Stamford Returns to Phase 2 of Reopening
- 2020-09-09 - City of Stamford & Family Centers Inc. Receives $214k Grant to Increase Access to COVID-19 Resources
- 2020-09-08 - Risk of Increase in Cases of COVID-19 in Stamford
- 2020-08-28 - Statement on Changes to CDC COVID-19 Testing Guidelines
- 2020-07-23 - Public Health Acting Commissioner Gifford's implementation order on the mandatory self-quarantine for travelers
- 2020-07-21 - Governor Lamont's Executive Order 7III implementing a mandatory self-quarantine for travelers from states with high COVID-19 levels.
- 2020-05-18 - Hair Salons and Barbershops to Reamain Closed in Stamford
- 2020-05-15 - Statement on Covid-19 Testing and Reopen Stamford
- 2020-05-05 - Stamford Public Schools to Remain Closed Through End of The Scheduled School Year
- 2020-04-30 - Stamford Mayor and Top Officials Make Voluntary Salary Reductions
- 2020-04-24 - Stamford Announces Mask Distribution Sites for the Public
- 2020-04-23 - Stamford Begins Testing Nursing Home and Senior Living Facility Workers
- 2020-04-21 - Majority of Stamford Emergency Response Providers Tested for COVID-19
- 2020-04-21 - New "Quick Result" COVID-19 Test Available in Stamford
- 2020-04-20 - Stamford’s NAACP Branch Delivers Masks to Families in Apartment Buildings
- 2020-04-18 - Stamford Provides Thousands of Masks to Residents
- 2020-04-17 - City of Stamford Announces Isolation Housing for Recovering COVID-19 Patients
- 2020-04-16 - Statement on the Death Of Board of Education Member Jack Bryant
- 2020-04-10 - New "Quick Result" Covid-19 Test Available in Stamford
- 2020-04-07 - Stamford Closes Tennis Courts and Golf Courses
- 2020-04-02 - State on Employee's Information and HIPPA
- 2020-03-30 - Stamford Opens Westhill Testing Site & COVID-19 Testing Hotline
- 2020-03-26 - City Launches Stamford Together Volunteer Program
- 2020-03-20 - Stamford Opens New Cummings Park COVID-19 Drive-Through Testing Site
- 2020-03-19 - Mayor Announces Closure of All Body Care Facilities in Stamford
- 2020-03-16 - Stamford Public Schools now Closed Through April 10th
- 2020-03-13 - Mayor Announces Order Enforcing Occupancy Limits
- 2020-03-12 - First Case of COVID-19 in Stamford Followed All Precautionary Measures
- 2020-03-12 - All Schools Will Be Closed to Students Beginning Friday, March 13 through at least, Friday March 27, 2020
- 2020-03-10 - Stamford Senior Center Will Temporarily Suspend Programs Due to Coronavirus
- 2020-03-06 - Stamford Announces Extensive Preventative Measures Addressing COVID-19
- 2020-03-05 - A Message From Superintendent Dr. Tamu Lucero Regarding COVID-19
- 2020-03-04 - Stamford Health Dept - Coronavirus FAQ Sheet
- 2020-02-28 - City Agencies Prepare for the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
- 2020-02-05 - Stamford Implements Enhanced Monitoring for Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)
- 2020-01-31 - Risk of Coronavirus in Stamford Remains Low
We are asking residents to stay informed about COVID-19. The CDC recommends the following prevention tips:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. If you do not have a tissue, use the inside of your elbow.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating, after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, and certainly if your commute includes public transit.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if your hands are visibly dirty.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others. The cloth face cover is meant to protect other people in case you are infected. Do NOT use a facemask meant for a healthcare worker.
NEW: Access Health CT has extended their open enrollment period due to COVID-19. Uninsured individuals can sign up until April 17.
- The only way to sign up for this NEW Special Enrollment Period is by calling 855-365-2428.
- Individuals who experience a Qualifying Life Event (e.g. loss of coverage due to job change or unemployment) or qualify for Medicaid/Children’s Health Program (CHIP), can ALWAYS enroll online, in-person or over the phone and all help is free.
Disaster Distress Helpline
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has a Disaster Distress Helpline that provides significant telehealth capability and provides 24/7 crisis counseling and support for people experiencing emotional distress related to disasters. Counselors have been trained in assisting anxious callers and have the capability to handle social isolation and distancing concerns. This multilingual, confidential crisis support service is available to all US and territory residents by calling 1-800-985-5990 or texting “TalkWithUs” to 66746.
Additional Resources
Residents should view the following links for more information:
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- State of Connecticut COVID-19 Announcements and Information
- State of Connecticut COVID-19 FAQ
- State of Connecticut 211- Coronavirus (COVID-19) – General Information for Connecticut
- Connecticut Department of Public Health: COVID19 Dashboard
- Harvard Medical School: If You've Been Exposed to the Coronavirus
- The Hub: Coping with Corona: Mental Health Supports in a Pandemic
World Health Organization (WHO) COVID-19 Announcements and Information