What you can do to reduce the spread COVID-19 at home during this time. 

Stay Informed  

• Watch for updates on the COVID-19 situation:  https://www.scottcountyiowa.com/health/covid19
• Learn how to protect yourself and household: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

Prevent the Spread of Germs

• Practice good handwashing
• Cover coughs and sneezes 
• Clean surfaces frequently
• Learn the best ways to clean and disinfect your home  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/cleaning-disinfection.html
• Limit movement through the community  
• Follow distancing rules and guidance from local officials
• Protect those at high risk for severe illness like older adults, and people with serious chronic health conditions

Monitor Your Health

• Be alert for symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath, or other symptoms
• If you develop symptoms, follow this plan
• Contact your doctor when needed

Have a Plan of Action

• Keep a 2-week supply of medicine and groceries. Know how to get food delivered if needed.
• Establish ways to communicate with others (family, friends, coworkers).
• Work from home if possible
• Plan for childcare needs
• Know the emergency plans for your schools/workplaces

Youth Sports

• Recommendations for COVID-10 infectiosn associated with baseball & softball teams
• CDC's Considerations for Youth Sports:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/youth-sports.html

For more tips visit  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/get-your-household-ready-for-COVID-19.html

Printable Checklists - When you and/or a family member are sick

• COVID-19 Checklist: Caring for someone at home
• COVID-19 Checklist: What to do when you are sick

Learn to Manage Stress and Emotions

• Coping with Traumatic Events:  https://youtu.be/_zZm1PuN_eU
• Emotional Health: https://emergency.cdc.gov/coping/selfcare.asp
• Stress and Anxiety:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html
• 24 Hours Crisis Line:  Call 844-430-0375 or visit https://easterniowamhds.org/
• Salvation Army's Emotional & Spiritual Care Hotline:
  • 844-458-HOPE (4673) - 8am-8pm daily
  • 877-740-8829 - 8am-4pm daily

Additional information on community resources is available at: www.togetherqc.com