Governor's message on COVID-19

Post date: Apr 4, 2020 9:02:27 PM

The Governor has asked for everyone to stay at home if they can. Please make sure to

practice social distancing if you are in public.

COVID-19 Resources

Below is a list of COVID-19 Resources.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is the National Lead Agency for

COVID-19. Visit their COVID-19 site for up-to-date information and guidance,

including information for community organizations and community gatherings:

Facebook for additional information:

California Department of Public Health, CDPH, is the lead state agency for COVID-19.

Visit their website for additional COVID-19 information:

The State of California has established a website for COVID-19. Visit

https://covid19.ca.gov/ for additional information regarding the COVID-19 situation

in California.

All volunteers must adhere to the following general guidance for volunteering:

 DO NOT attempt to volunteer for any activity if in the last 14 days you have:

o Traveled to any foreign country or to cities with large numbers of COVID-

19 infected individuals

o Been on a cruise or been in an airport

o Been around anyone who has COVID-19

o Been to an event where more than 250 people were in attendance

 DO NOT show up to volunteer for any activity without confirming that there is a

need for the activity, that it will be conducted, and that volunteer support is

needed and expected.

 DO register with state and/or local volunteer databases to enter your capabilities

and availability or find volunteer opportunities that may be available in your

area.

 BEFORE arriving for a volunteer shift, call ahead to the service agency and ask if

any additional safety precautions should be taken before, during and after the

shift.

 ALLOW extra time for additional screening from volunteer organizations or

agencies to make sure you are cleared to volunteer for the task.

 EXPECT that shifts or opportunities may be cancelled; especially volunteer

opportunities working with the vulnerable populations. Please be gracious and

understanding.

 DO practice universal infection control precautions. Clean and wash your hands

before, during, and after volunteering.

 DO clean any used spaces thoroughly before and after, including table-top

surfaces and door knobs/handles.

 DO use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) if needed for the task.

 DO maintain 6-10 foot separation from others while conducting the task.

 ASK about any risk that may be associated with the task and DO NOT take part

if you are uncomfortable with the level of