CDC recommendations and information regarding COVID-19: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html
Alabama is under an amended Safer at Home Order effective March 5 at 5 p.m. and ending April 9 at 5 p.m. View this order and other COVID-19 related emergency actions by state agencies at the ADPH website.
Additional caregiver resources:
In addition to limiting outings, wearing face masks, maintaining social distancing, and frequent hand washing, the CDC recommends using the following items to help minimize exposure and virus spread risks:
- Face masks
- Face shields
- Disposable gloves
- Hand soap
- Hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol
- Facial tissue
- EPA-approved cleaning products
- Disposable or non-contact (temporal) thermometers
If you need assistance purchasing the items listed above, contact Alabama Lifespan Respite Director Tracy Cieniewicz at tracyc@ucphuntsville.org or 256-859-8300 for stipend information.
Find out your county’s risk category using the Alabama Department of Public Health COVID-19 Risk Indicator Dashboard.
Family Decision Guide for Family Caregivers and Care Recipients
Providing and Receiving Respite Care Safely During the COVID-19 Pandemic