The City of Bristol is taking the necessary precautions with regard to the Coronavirus outbreak and following the protocol set by the Governor’s Office and the State Department of Public Health. This page has been established to provide the public with resources and information. We will continue to add relevant information as it becomes available, and encourage residents to focus on education along with your and your family’s safety.
City Hall has reopened, however many departments are by appointment only. Some departments request any service issues be addressed through online services. You can also call the individual department for guidance. For the most updated information on City Departments, use the link at the top of our website listed as: DEPARTMENTS
Additional information may also be found on the Mayor’s Office Facebook page. For more information kindly access: Mayor’s Office Bristol CT
VACCINE INFORMATION-STATE OF CT
VACCINES FOR 75 & Older-How to sign up for a vaccine
Local COVID Testing Sites
COVID ALERT CT APP-Join the State of CT and launch the Covid Alert CT App to your phone to access exposure notification.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION OPTIONS FOR THOSE WHO ARE IN NEED:
Meals for Students – Board of Education-Open to all who have children ages 3-18. Meal Pickup at BEHS and BCHS. Check link for distribution times during the Holiday Break and Virtual Learning through 1/19/21: BPS Food Distribution
Meals for Bristol Seniors -- Meals on Wheels – Meals are delivered from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Monday through Friday. Call 860-584-7895, x7116 to register.
FoodShare Distribution Sites in Bristol www.foodshare.org/mobile
Cambridge Park - 207 Davis Drive (use the second driveway on the left).
Every other Tuesday 10:15 am-10:45 am.
70 Gaylord Street - Every other Monday from 9:15 am-9:45 am.
Grace Baptist Church - 736 King Street. Every other Friday from 9:00 am-9:30 am
FOOD PANTRIES – OPEN TO EVERYONE
Heritage Pentecostal, 48 Lewis Street. Every first Saturday of the month from 10:00 am-12:00 pm and every other Monday from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. Call: 860-589-6813 for more information.
Necessities Cupboard, 409 Broad Street. Thursdays from 10:00 am-11:30 am and 5:30 pm-6:30 pm. Call: 860-719-1505 for more information.
Meals for Neighbors, 27 Judd Street. Monday through Thursday, 10:00 am-10:30 am.
Call: 860-589-7744 Ext 1.
Grace Baptist Church, 736 King Street. Every 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Saturday from 10:00 am-12:00 pm.
Bristol All Heart Hotline: The Bristol All-Heart Hotline is for Bristol residents without family or others to assist with social services or additional support during this public health emergency. The phone number is: 860-584-6253. The hotline is for residents confined to their home, are elderly or at risk, people with transportation issues, families who can’t reach the School Food Distribution sites, and other situations. Individuals under these circumstances can call and leave a message with their name, phone number, email and their specific need. Issues will be reviewed and if applicable will be matched with a volunteer to assist. The city has a list of volunteers that offer assistance, however it should be noted that since late August, many have returned to school and/or work so options for volunteers are limited. The City is still seeking volunteers. If you are interested in assisting please email your name, address, phone and days/hours available to MayorsOffice@bristolct.gov
BOARD OF EDUCATION & DISTANCE LEARNING: The Bristol Board of Education hotline for information regarding Chromebooks and distance learning. For assistance please call: 860-584-7090
IMPORTANT INFORMATION & LINKS
Statement from Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu -October 29, 2020
Renters Relief Update -Representative Chris Ziogas, April 10, 2020
Covid-19 and the City’s Response by Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu, March 30, 2020
Bristol Active Park Sites and Athletic Fields Closed March 29, 2020
Message from Mayor Zoppo-Sassu March 27, 2020
City of Bristol Departments Encourage Citizens use online access for City Services
What do I do if I am having symptoms? If you believe you have symptoms, call your healthcare provider. If you have other medical questions and you are unable to speak to a healthcare provider, Hartford HealthCare has established a Clinical Command Center hotline, which can be reached 24 hours a day at 860-972-8100 or (toll-free) 833-621-0600. State of CT testing sites will require two referral forms from your Primary Care Physician. State testing sites will not provide tests without these documents. If you are exhibiting symptoms, please contact your PCP first, do not go to the ER and please consider a self quarantine. If you are experiencing life threatening issues, call 9-1-1.
Guide for Seniors: This guide, Social Distancing: Apps for Seniors, provides practical apps for seniors (tech-savvy or not), along with setup assistance.
Connecticut Children’s new Virtual Health page is now live at www.connecticutchildrens.org/virtualhealth. Families can use this site to schedule telehealth visits for their children, read our telehealth FAQs, and learn how to prepare for a telehealth visit. As a reminder, Connecticut Children’s also has a COVID-19 pediatric hotline. Parents and pediatricians can call the number 24/7 to speak with a Connecticut Children’s clinician and ask their coronavirus questions. The hotline number is 833-226-2362.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH DAILY UPDATES: State Department of Public Health Information related to COVID-19.
Internal Revenue Service: Economic Impact Payment info
Bristol/Burlington Health Department Updates and Directives
Bristol/Burlington Health Department COVID-19 Data
Childcare-Provider Resources
8 Tips for talking to your kids about Coronavirus
Tips for Coping
GOVERNOR’S EXECUTIVE ORDERS: please visit this compiled "Frequently Asked Questions" which is updated regularly. Here is the link: Governor Ned Lamont Frequently Asked Questions
Connecticut COVID-19, including guidance and other resources, residents are encouraged to visit CT Coronavirus. Residents with questions can call 2-1-1 or text “CTCOVID” to 898211. NOTE: As the information is continuously evolving, please check these websites frequently for updates.
Price Gouging: Connecticut law specifically prohibits price gouging on items that are subject to a “Supply Emergency Proclamation” made by the governor. To file a complaint, please contact: Department of Consumer Protection, 450 Columbus Boulevard, Suite 901, Hartford Ct., 06103 https://portal.ct.gov/dcp Consumer Complaint Center at 1-800-842-2649
