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COVID-19 Updates

This page is dedicated to sharing COVID-19 information with our clients and families. We'll be posting news stories, tips and official statements. Our goal is to keep you up to date as this situation evolves.

 

COVID-19 Resources: 

Comal County: https://www.co.comal.tx.us/Public%20Health/Emergency_Preparedness/EP.htm

Guadalupe County: https://www.co.guadalupe.tx.us/commcourt/covid-19_press_releases.php

Hays County: https://hayscountytx.com/covid-19-information-for-hays-county-residents/

Department of Human Services (DHS): https://dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/

Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC): https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

 

Tips to Assist our Families to REDUCE the RISK of COVID-19:

  • Encourage your loved ones to get vaccinated; currently everyone 12 and older is eligible, and there is easy access to supply

  • Be aware of the signs: cough, fever, shortness of breath, body aches, fatigue, headache, sore throat, nausea, diarrhea, loss of smell and/or taste

  • Get tested as soon as any of the above symptoms are present

  • Instruct client to contact his or her primary care physician for any questions/concerns or if test result is positive

  • Talk with your loved one about using online shopping and delivery

  • Ensure client to ensure he or she has enough groceries and medication on hand

  • Keep our older, more vulnerable adults away from large crowds

  • Encourage visitation by phone, facetime, video with loved ones, and check on our loved ones often

 

Social Distancing

Questions to ask Seniors/Elders about Social Distancing

  1. Do you have enough masks, food, medication and supplies?

  2. How do you feel physically? Do you have a fever, cough, shortness of breath?

  3. Are you feeling worried or anxious about anything?

  4. What do you need help doing?

  5. Are you sleeping well?

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