Especially during this COVID crisis, Sampson County is committed to our mission: protecting the health, safety and welfare of our citizen. To fulfill that mission, we have taken and will continue to take actions, that while they may be inconvenient, are in the best interest of our citizens and our employees and based upon guidance and direction from federal, state and local health officials. We ask for your patience and understanding.
We are maintaining this resource page to offer you information on what the County is doing in response to COVID-19 as well as guidance from public health professionals. We want you to have the facts, not misinformation, and we make every effort to keep this page updated. Please understand that information is subject to change frequently, and with little to no notice.
SAMPSON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT COVID HELPLINE
(910) 490-1056
This number is answered weekdays, between the hours of 8 am – 5pm.
COVID testing numbers for Sampson County as of October 23, 2020:
- Total Number of Tests Performed: 7,457
- Positive Test Results: 2,682 (2,026 recovered)
- Negative Test Results: 4,760
- Pending Results: 15
- Deaths: 31
Sampson County Health official caution that State and private laboratories are current experiencing delays in processing COVID tests. Results may take as long as 7-10 days.
See the State’s COVID Dashboard: https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/dashboardTESTING INFORMATION
WHO SHOULD GET TESTED?
Symptoms of Coronavirus Disease 2019 COVID-19 (English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese)
NCDHHS’s Check My Symptoms site: https://ncdhhs-covid19-dtra.powerappsportals.us/
COVID-19 Community Testing in Historically Marginalized Populations https://files.nc.gov/covid/documents/Community-Testing-Guidance.pdf
HOW TO GET TESTED
Find testing sites throughout the State: Community Testing Events
POST-TESTING INFORMATION
Contact Tracing https://covid19.ncdhhs.gov/about-covid-19/contact-tracing
PREVENTION, CARE, AND CLEANING
- 10 Things You Can Do to Manage Your Health at Home: (English, Spanish)
- NCDHHS What to do if you feel sick (English, Spanish)
- CDC What to do if you are sick (English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese)
- What do I need to do to slow the spread? (English, Spanish)
- Ways to Prevent Getting Sick
- How to Protect Yourself & Others
- Use of Cloth Face Coverings to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19
- NCDHHS Guidance on Face Coverings https://files.nc.gov/covid/documents/guidance/NCDHHS-Interim-Guidance-on-Face-Coverings.pdf
- Current Studies on Face Coverings
- How to Properly Use a Cloth Face Covering
- Caring for Someone Sick at Home
- What to Do if You Are Sick
- Guidance for Older Adults and COVID-19
- Guidance for Pet Owners
FOOD INSECURITY
Three in One Family Center - In partnership with the Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC & the USDA
- Where: Expo Parking Lot – 414 Warsaw Road, Clinton, NC
- Time: 10 am to 2 pm (they may close earlier if they run out of food kits).
DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES GUIDANCE
For Social Services related information click here.
GUIDANCE FOR BUSINESSES AND RESTAURANTS
- Posters for Businesses: Prevent and Protect Media Toolkit
- CDC Information for Communities, Schools, Workplaces and Events
- CDC Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Public Spaces, Workplaces, Businesses, Schools, and Homes
- NCDHHS Checklist for Developing a Reopening Plan (June 26, 2020)
- CDC Resources for Businesses and Employers
- CDC Resuming Business Toolkit
- NC Department of Commerce Resource Guide
- CDC - COVID-19 and Funerals
- NCDHHS Interim Guidance for Salons, Massage and Personal Care Business Settings (Spanish) (June 26, 2020)
- NCDHHS Interim Guidance for Public Pools and Spas (Spanish) (May 22, 2020)
- NCDHHS Interim Guidance for Tattoo Business Settings (Spanish) (June 26, 2020)
- NCDHHS Interim Guidance for Restaurants (Spanish) (June 26, 2020)
- NCDHHS Symptom Screening Checklist for Food Service Establishments (Spanish)
- Additional COVID-19 Guidance for Restaurant Owners and Operators
- COVID-19 and Food Safety FAQ
GUIDANCE FOR THE FARMING AND AGRI-BUSINESS COMMUNITY
NCDHHS Interim Guidance for Migrant Farm Workers and Their Employers (English | Spanish, June 26, 2020)
Face Mask Poster (Spanish)
- CDC and OSHA Interim Guidance for Meat and Poultry Processing Employers and Workers
- Recommendations for Food Processing Facilities (Spanish, Swahili, Haitian-Creole)
- COVID-19 Update Form for Food Processing Employees (English, Spanish, Arabic, Haitian-Creole, Kinyarwanda, Nepali, Swahili)
- NCDHHS Mitigation of Outbreaks Associated with Meat and Poultry Processing Plants (July 1, 2020)
- NCDHHS Interim COVID-19 Recommendations for Farms, Packhouses and Related Facilities (Spanish) (June 26, 2020)
GUIDANCE FOR CHILDCARE PROVIDERS
- NCDHHS Interim Guidance for Child Care Settings (Spanish) (June 26, 2020)
- Door Sign for Wearing Cloth Face Coverings (English, Spanish) (July 7, 2020)
- CDC Cleaning and Disinfection for Non-Healthcare Settings
- CDC Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Public Spaces, Workplaces, Businesses, Schools, and Homes
- CDC Information for Schools and Child Care Programs
- NCDHHS Interim Guidance for Day Camp Settings (Spanish) (June 26, 2020)
GUIDANCE FOR ADULT CARE, HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS and NURSING HOMES
- Interim Guidance for Adult Day Care and Adult Day Health Programs (Spanish) (May 26, 2020)
- NCDHHS Guidance for Point-Prevalence Surveys (PPS) in Skilled Nursing Facilities
GUIDANCE FOR PLACES OF WORSHIP AND OTHER MASS GATHERINGS
- Interim Guidance for Places of Worship and Religious Services (Spanish) (May 22, 2020)
- NCDHHS Interim Guidance for Large Venue Settings (Spanish) (May 22, 2020)
EXECUTIVE ORDERS
- NC Executive Orders related to COVID-19
COUNTY GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS – OPERATIONAL ADJUSTMENTS
Changes are tough, but our guiding principle in making tough decisions about operational changes is that we need to protect our citizens (especially those in high risk categories) and ensure our workforce remains healthy to continue to serve you in the long term. Sampson County Local Government’s goal is to serve you as efficiently as possible during this pandemic. All departments are accessible by phone, and many of our services can be conducted online. Some of our offices are open, but many are still providing services by appointment only. Anyone needing services from Sampson County offices should call prior to arrival to get the most updated information on closures, operating procedures, and provided services.
See a listing of each department's re-opening procedures here. See a listing of departmental phone numbers here. See our online services here.
When you enter any Sampson County Government office, you will be asked to wear a mask. If you do not have one, we will be glad to provide one for you. Some departments will require your temperature to be checked prior to entrance for services. If you or anyone in your family has a fever, cough or difficulty breathing, please call and reschedule your appointment and seek medical advice regarding your symptoms.
GUIDANCE FOR SAMPSON COUNTY PUBLIC UTLITIES CUSTOMERS
In compliance with State Executive Order 124, and effective March 31 and for a minimum of 60 days thereafter:
- Sampson County Public Works will not disconnect any residential customer for non-payment of their bill for this time period.
- Residential customers will not have to pay any penalties if they do not pay their water bill during this period.
- Sampson County Public Works will propose a 6-month repayment plan for residential bills not paid during this time period. Please remember, however, that you are still responsible for paying for the water you use, so payments on your account, even small ones, are important! Your water costs are only deferred, not forgiven.
- Understanding the need for clean water to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, Sampson County ceased cutoffs prior to the March 31 date. If you have concerns regarding your water bill, please contact them at (910) 592-0188.
PARTNER AGENCIES INFORMATION
Sampson County Cooperative Extension
The Cooperative Extension office has provided citizens with a resource page, here.
Sampson County Schools/Clinton City Schools/Sampson Community College
Decisions and updated information for our educational partners can be found at the following links:
- Sampson County Schools: Website I Facebook I Twitter
- Clinton City Schools: Website I Facebook I Twitter
- Sampson Community College: Website I Facebook I Twitter
Sampson Regional Medical Center
Pertinent information regarding visitor restrictions and patient services.
Sampson County Courts
Notice will be posted at all court facilities directing any person who has likely been exposed to COVID-19 to not enter the courthouse. Any person who has likely been exposed and has business before the courts should contact the Clerk of Superior Court’s office by telephone at (910) 596-6630 or other remote means for further instruction. For information on court closures, go to NCcourts.gov.