Tips For Staying Happy (And Busy) While Home For The Holidays: Gift Cards, Take-Out Food, Shopping Safely, Gathering Virtually

Press release from the Beach Cities Health District :

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

There seems to be something special about waking up on celebration day in your own bed. This year, many will celebrate the holidays in their own homes because you truly are safer at home. And though the holidays are going to be a bit different this year, that doesn’t mean they aren’t going to be fun. In fact, oftentimes what we really enjoy about the holidays is the precious time spent with friends and family — something that can still be achieved safely this year.

As we work to avoid the risks of gathering in-person with people outside of our household, here are some safer alternatives to help you celebrate:

Virtual Gatherings

How about a virtual meeting with the entire extended family and friends? Something fun to try could be hosting a virtual cook off! Have participants discuss and show their dish, then everyone can vote on their favorite. What about a virtual gift opening party? Challenge yourself to accept a virtual meeting invitation, or how about initiating one?

Shopping Safely

Online shopping and curbside pick-up are safe and easy ways to mark everything off your list without stepping foot in a store, whether it’s a big retailer or a local business here in the Beach Cities. When deciding how to deliver gifts, consider mailing them.

Purchase Gift Cards or Take-out Food to Support Local Businesses

Shop local by purchasing gift cards or take-out food from local restaurants and other businesses. They’ll appreciate your business during this difficult time. For a list of local businesses who are part of BCHD’s Safe in the South Bay Program and have pledged to carry out business safely, visit https://www.bchd.org/safeinthesouthbay.

This press release was produced by the Beach Cities Health District. The views expressed are the author's own.