COVID-19 UPDATES
EXCERPTS/LINKS FROM THE CDC/OTHERS
From LA County
LA County COVID-19 Rent Relief
- COVID-19 Digital Communications Guide & Toolkit
- Great Plates Delivered Program Extended
- LA COUNTY CENSUS 2020
- Drive-Thru Covid-19 Tests-Crenshaw/Baldwin Hills Click to Register
- Covid-19 Tests @ Fox Hills Mall April 22 – Click Here to Register
- A Comprehensive Guide to Reducing Anxiety and Fear from COVID-19
From the CDC
DEALING WITH STRESS
Older people and people of any age who have serious underlying health conditions are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. People who may have issues getting assistance if they become ill, like those experiencing homelessness or people with disabilities are also at increased risk from COVID- 19.
These conditions and situations may result in increased stress during this pandemic. Fear and anxiety can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions.
Things you can do to support yourself:
- Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news .
- Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate
- Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
- Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
- Call your healthcare provider if stress gets in the way of your daily activities for several days in a row.
- If you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others call
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s)
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746. (TTY 1-800-846-8517)
What you can do
Do:
- Stay home
- Avoid people outside your household
- Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces
- Maintain a safe social distance of 6 feet whenever outside of the house
Don’t:
- Leave the house except for essential activities
- Shake hands
- Touch your face
- Go to doctor unless you call first
- Stockpile masks or gloves
RECENT LOCAL COVID-19 INFORMATION
LOCAL & NATIONAL COVID-19 INFO
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CORONAVIRUS in CALIFORNIA
COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It’s caused by a virus called coronavirus.
Last updated April 12, 2020 at 7:02 PM
New! Hotels for Health Care Workers
Starting April 10, frontline health care workers who are exposed to or test positive for COVID-19 can find hotel rooms through the CalTravelStore. Call 1-877-454-8785 to validate your eligibility and make your reservation. If hotels want to participate, they can email covid19lodging@dgs.ca.gov.
Stay home except for essential needs
Everyone in California is required to stay home except to get food, care for a relative or friend, get necessary health care, or go to an essential job. If you go out, stay at least 6 feet away from other people. This order began Thursday, March 19, 2020 and is in place until further notice.
