The NJ Department of Children and Families is continuing to monitor the spread of the COVID-19 Coronavirus and its impact on children, families, our staff and our partner providers, throughout the state. The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and NJ Department of Health are providing ongoing guidance and direction regarding necessary precautions and action plans. The experts agree that Coronavirus prevention strategies are similar to what we do to prevent the flu:
- Wash your hands in soap and water, regularly
- Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow
- Avoid touching your face, mouth and eyes
- If you are feeling unwell, stay home and rest
COVID-19 Resources for Licensed Childcare
NEW: COVID-19 Related Health and Safety Requirements
NEW: Office of Licensing Daily Log of Attendance and Health Screenings
NEW: Cloth Face Covering Instructions
NEW: Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting
NEW: Safe and Healthy Diapering Procedures
Emergency Child Care Assistance Press Release, (Version Available in Spanish)
DCF Emergency Child Care Centers
AskDCF Provider FAQ
Emergency Childcare Assistance Guidance
Emergency Childcare Fact Sheet
Executive Order 110: COVID-19 Childcare Centers for Essential Personnel
Frequently Asked Questions on Executive Order #110 and Emergency Child Care Centers
DCF Health Safety Standards for Child Care Centers
Coronavirus Briefing Call for Child and Youth Care Centers
COVID-19 Licensed Childcare Guidance
COVID-19 Update to Licensed Childcare Guidance (3-17-20)
COVID-19 DCF Rule Waiver Modification or Suspension
Guidance on the Contact of a Close or Casual Contact of a Confirmed or Suspected Case of COVID-19, Spanish, Korean
Toll Free Hotlines/Helplines You May Need During COVID-19, Spanish, Korean
Department of Labor - Benefits and the Coronavirus (COVID-19): What Employees Should Know
Coronavirus Rumor Control
Visit our COVID-19 publications page to download available material for sharing and distribution.
