Shelter in Place Frequently Asked Questions

How will this affect me?

Beyond departing home to perform essential activities, you are required to stay at home to limit your chances of catching or spreading COVID-19. When performing essential activities outside the home, you are required to keep six feet of distance between yourself and others.

What can I still do?

  • Go to the grocery store or pharmacy
  • Go to the doctor’s office or the hospital
  • Care for family members, loved ones and pets
  • Order food from restaurants offering pick-up or delivery
  • Visit gas stations and hardware stores
  • Go for a walk, bike ride, or run
  • Walk your dog

In all cases, care must be taken to keep six feet of distance between yourself and others.

What remains open for essential business?

  • Hospitals and health care facilities
  • U.S. Postal Service
  • Police and first responders
  • Garbage and recycling services
  • Laundromats
  • Public transportation
  • Taxis and ride-share services
  • Courthouses
  • Childcare facilities providing services to employees of essential businesses

Stay Informed

Information is changing frequently. Call 2-1-1 or text “COVID19 or “coronavirus” to 211211 to receive general information.

Posted: March 28th, 2020 11:39 PM

Last Updated: January 20th, 2021 7:41 PM

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