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A COVID-19 Update and Flattening the Curve

March 31, 2020

Dear Neighbors:

As news around COVID-19 continues to develop, we understand this might be a concerning time for all of you and we want to make sure that you have the latest resources and updates.

What You Need to Know:

The COVID-19 pandemic is an unprecedented public health crisis. California is taking extraordinary steps to fight COVID-19.

On March 19, Governor Gavin Newsom issued a statewide stay-at-home order. The executive order mandates that:

  • All residents statewide should remain at home, except to get food, care for a relative or friend, get necessary healthcare, or go to an essential job.
  • Seniors above age 65 in particular, should self-isolate. Seniors should also cancel any non-essential travel, appointments, and reach out to medical providers to reschedule routine medical care.
  • If going out is necessary, please make sure to maintain social distancing and stand at least six feet apart from other individuals.

Stand Together

What the State and Local Governments Are Doing to Support You:

On March 16, the California State Legislature approved a $1 billion relief package around COVID-19 support.

California is supporting our seniors and residents of all ages:

Senior Resources

General

 

Financial:

 

Businesses:

 

And at the local level:

The Orange County Health Care Agency continues to update their website with statistics and information, including now a city-to-city breakdown.

Local cities have also declared city-wide states of emergencies to continue to handle the outbreak, including ensuring senior-shopping hours for grocery stores. Seniors are encouraged to order groceries for delivery and avoid going to stores or markets. 
Senior Specific Hours (Grocery Shops/Pharmacies):

Specifically, for Laguna Woods Village residents - 

For all seniors: 

  • Albertsons: ALL Albertsons locations will be open from 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM every Tuesday and Thursdays, for the vulnerable community.  
  • Ralphs: ALL Ralphs will now be open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM daily for seniors (65+), please call to confirm and bring ID
  • Target: Target will be open an early every Wednesday for seniors. Please check your local locations for details. 
  • Whole Foods: Beginning on March 18th, Whole Foods will open an hour early for seniors, hour depending on location.

We strongly encourage members of the senior community to take advantage of these resources, to help keep themselves safe.

I share all of this information and more, on my dedicated COVID-19 page.

 

How My Office Can Help

My office is currently working remotely, but we are open for business and ready to serve. If you are experiencing any issues, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Let my team know if you need support related to the stay-at-home order. We are organizing volunteers to help at local food banks, to help seniors with grocery deliveries, and more.

We are all neighbors, friends and family during these challenging times, and we are stronger together.