Question

how will you show your concern in your community even in this time of pandemic?

Answer 1

What are some ways I can protect myself and others from COVID-19?

• washing your hands frequently (for at least 20 seconds) with soap and water or a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

• avoiding touching your face (particularly your eyes, nose, and mouth).

• staying home as much as possible, even if you don’t feel sick.

• avoiding crowds and gatherings of 10 or more people.

• avoiding all non-essential shopping and travel.

• keeping 6 feet of distance between yourself and others when out.

• getting plenty of sleep, which helps support your immune system.

• following all recommendations from health authorities

Ways to Help Your Community

1. Protect yourself and others from COVID-19. As the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact our daily lives, keeping yourself and others safe is more important than ever to help your community. Following mask mandates, adhering to travel restrictions and maintaining social distancing is vital to help stop the spread of COVID-19.

2. Help your local food pantry. Today, there are an estimated 17 million children struggling with hunger in America. Contact your local food pantry or give to our partner No Kid Hungry. Your support will help them provide food items for families in need.

3. Give blood if you’re able. Red Cross and other organizations are in dire need of blood supply and have safe, healthy ways for you to donate.

4. Volunteer your time

Volunteering is a great way to support your community. Volunteering opportunities can range anywhere from cleaning up the neighborhood to planting a community garden. Save the Children offers volunteer opportunities – learn more about volunteering with us!

5. Check on neighbors and family members, especially those who live alone, are elderly, have health or mobility issues or are caring for children. Schedule time to remotely connect with these individuals regularly to let them know they are not alone.

6. Support local businesses, schools and child care centers: When possible, purchase gift cards to local shops businesses online that you can use once storefronts reopen, and uplift those who are trying to keep afloat. Due to COVID-19, many child care centers across the country have been forced to shut down.

7. Provide support to frontline health workers and first responders: Many health workers are not able to stay at home and are working around the clock, so take on tasks that they don’t have time to do as an expression of gratitude.

8. Assist in local or online fundraising efforts. Look into options that provide much-needed supplies to families, such as Amazon Wish Lists, as well as the work of your local community and volunteer organizations. You can also fundraise for children or donate your birthday to support children in need around the world.

9. Stay informed and stay calm: Only share information from credible sources like your state department of health or the CDC. Remember, when you stay calm, others will follow.

10. Be prepared for hurricane season. The 2021 hurricane season brings additional challenges this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It's important to understand how your community will respond if disaster strikes and adhere to guidance. Stay prepared by monitoring the weather, packing emergency supplies and planning an evacuation route.

11. Take care of yourself and others: Practice patience, kindness and mindfulness. Encourage others to do the same!