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CT Covid-19 Knowledge Base

• How should I clean my home or workspace to limit the risk of coronavirus infection?

  4/6/2020

  CDC recommends daily cleaning and disinfecting of high-touch surfaces and household common areas.

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• Does the closure of bars and restaurants include private clubs and fraternal organizations?

  4/6/2020

  Restaurants and bars that serve food, including private clubs and fraternal organizations, will temporarily be required to move to take-out and delivery services only.

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• Can I leave my house to go shopping or go to work during the state’s coronavirus response?

  4/6/2020

  Yes. You may travel freely and as needed for the purposes of caring for yourself and your family.

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• Can I still get notarization services while the state is under the emergency coronavirus order?

  4/6/2020

  Executive Order No. 7Q, dated March 30, authorized remote notarization of documents under the following conditions:

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• I heard that Congress passed additional legislation to respond to the Coronavirus crisis and offer help to small businesses. What help is available to the business owner?

  4/6/2020

  The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act” or the “CARES Act” provides emergency assistance and health care response

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• I take methadone. If I become too ill with the Coronavirus, how will I be able to get my methadone?

  4/6/2020

  A medical professional at a methadone maintenance clinic can deliver methadone to a client at home...

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• Can barbershops and salons sell products for curbside pickup?

  4/6/2020

  Yes. These businesses may sell products for curbside pickup in the same way that non-essential retail operations are allowed to, but can provide no services on site, whether inside or outside.

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• As a survivor of domestic abuse, I need to have access to the court system during the state’s COVID-19 response. What are my options?

  4/6/2020

  The Executive Order the Governor signed April 2, 2020 suspends the requirement that victims of domestic abuse sign an application for an order of protection under oath before a notary or attorney.

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• I have Medicare Part D but I am worried about affording my co-pay. What should I do?

  4/6/2020

  The answer depends on whether you qualify for Medicare only, or have both Medicare and Medicaid (in Connecticut, called HUSKY Health) coverage.

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• I need access to the probate court system. How will COVID-19 affect this?

  4/6/2020

  Executive Order No. 7K, dated March 23, 2020, suspends non-critical operations of the Probate Courts and associated deadlines and requirements.

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