Quick Facts
Open AllClose All What is Coronavirus?
On Feb. 11, 2020 the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan China. The new name of this disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19.
When should I get tested?
If you develop symptoms such as fever, cough, and/or difficulty breathing, and have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19, stay home and call your healthcare provider. If you do not have a healthcare provider, call 2-1-1 to find the nearest testing center. Older patients and individuals who have severe underlying medical conditions or are immunocompromised should contact their healthcare provider early, even if their illness is mild. If you have severe symptoms, such as persistent pain or pressure in the chest, new confusion or inability to arouse, or bluish lips or face, contact your healthcare provider or emergency room and seek care immediately.
Where can I get tested?
Milwaukee’s Community Health Centers have increased testing capacity and now offer COVID-19 diagnostic testing and care for their patients as well as community members without a regular doctor who have COVID symptoms. Individuals enrolled at a health center as well as people without a regular doctor who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms should call 2-1-1 to determine if there is a need for a testing appointment.
Health Center Contact Information
Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center: (414) 383-9526 | http://www.gliihc.net/
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.: (414) 372-8080 | www.mhsi.org
Outreach Community Health Centers: (414) 727-6320 | www.ochc-milw.org
Progressive Community Health Centers: (414) 882-2040 | www.progressivechc.org
Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers: (414) 672-1353 | www.sschc.org
What if my home isn’t safe?
During the COVID-19 crisis, if you do not feel safe at home because of abuse or neglect, help is available. Call 2-1-1 to get connected to someone who can help or click here to find resources.
What is social distancing?
Social distancing, also called “physical distancing,” means keeping space between yourself and other people outside of your home. To practice social or physical distancing:
- Stay at least 6 feet (about 2 arms’ length) from other people
- Do not gather in groups
- Stay out of crowded places and avoid mass gatherings
Keeping space between you and others is one of the best tools we have to avoid being exposed to this virus and slowing its spread locally and across the country and world.
Limit close contact with others outside your household in indoor and outdoor spaces. Since people can spread the virus before they know they are sick, it is important to stay away from others when possible, even if you—or they—have no symptoms. Social distancing is especially important for people who are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
Child Support Services
The Child Support Services office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for payments and for scheduled appointments only. To schedule an appointment or for case information, call (414) 615-2593.
Housing Division, 600 W. Walnut St.
The Milwaukee County Housing Division is closed. Workers are working offsite and will be available by phone. If you are receiving rental assistance through Milwaukee County, there will not be a disruption in rent payments. For additional information, contact the Housing Division staff member who is assigned to your case. Individuals in need of shelter can call 2-1-1.
Senior Centers and Services
For updates on the status of Senior Centers, Aging Resource Center and Meals on Wheels, click here.
Aging Resource Center: Call our Aging Resource Call Center at (414) 289-6874 if you need assistance. Aging Resource Center staff are conducting their appointments over the phone.
Parks
The majority of Milwaukee County Parks public venues are closed until further notice and public events, rentals and programs scheduled to be held at these venues have also been cancelled. View the full list of Parks facilities closures.
County Board
The Offices of the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors are not open to the public.
County Executive
The Offices of the County Executive are not open to the public. Staff can be reached at (414) 278-4211.
Treasurer
The Treasurer's office has suspended all counter service for the public, but is open to employees who need to conduct official business.
County Clerk
The Clerk's office has suspended all counter service for the public.
Register of Deeds
The Register of Deeds office is closed to the public. The office is processing vital records requests via phone or email.
Department of Administrative Services
All Department of Administrative Services offices are closed to the public. Staff is working virtually.
Human Resources
Services for new employee orientation and retirees are available by appointment only. Learn more.
Courts
The Wisconsin Supreme Court issued two Administrative Orders: one postponing all civil and criminal jury trials statewide through May 22, 2020, and the second stating that, subject to certain exceptions, all proceedings in the courts of this state are to be conducted via remote audio-video technology if practicable.
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