Coronavirus In Palatine: Village Shares At-Home Tips

PALATINE, IL — The Village of Palatine said in their ongoing effort to share information and resources related to the coronavirus, they're highlighting part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's website titled "Daily Life and Coping." Village residents can find specific information under these four categories, all aimed to help you plan and make decisions in advance of an illness, protect and support children in your care, and find ways to cope with stress that according to the CDC, "will make you, your loved ones, and your community stronger."

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• Household Checklist: Ways to stay informed, symptoms to watch for, everyday preventative steps, preparation, and a link to more detailed planning.
• Caring for Children: Steps to keep children healthy, who to limit time with, tips to help children learn, school dismissal information, school service meals, watch for symptoms, watch for stress in children, ways to keep them socially connected, and more.
• Stress and Coping: Tips for parents, tips for responders, stress reductions, changes to watch for in kids and teens, resource links and numbers, and more.
• If You Have Animals: A list of key points, protection tips, health officials statements on animals and the coronavirus, and more.

More information: The CDC's Daily Life and Coping website

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• Illinois Coronavirus Update April 1: Almost 6,000 Cases; 100 Dead
• Village Of Palatine Reminds Residents Of Stay-At-Home Order

The Village is also saying "Thank you" to the citizens and business owners in Palatine for their thoughtful donations to Village first responders. If you would like to donate (PPE) please contact the Palatine Police Department at 847-359-9000, to make an appointment for delivery.

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