As many communities remain under the shelter-at-home order, there are still places that everyone needs to visit at some point – one being, the grocery store. If possible, getting groceries delivered is a much safer route. “The biggest risk factor is really being around other people,” says Benjamin Chapman, a professor of food safety at North…
With the severity of how quickly the coronavirus spreads, it’s not only important to take measures to protect yourself, but also your loved ones. Creating a household plan of action can help to protect you and your family if an outbreak of COVID-19 happens in your community. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…
A key to keeping yourself, as well as all those around you, safe during this critical time with the coronavirus pandemic, is knowing symptoms if you have become infected with the virus. Signs of illness have ranged from mild to severe, including death. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure. The key symptoms to look…
If you believe you have been exposed to COVID-19 or are developing symptoms for the virus, do not panic! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outlines specific steps you need to take if you are sick with COVID-19 or think you have it or may have been exposed to it. STAY HOME! People…
With the active spread of the corona virus throughout Illinois, including Lake and Cook Counties, Homewatch CareGivers has taken extra steps in communicating with our Covid 19 caregivers about the importance of following recommended safety precautions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Currently, there is no vaccine to prevent corona virus disease…
During these challenging times with the rapid spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Homewatch CareGivers is taking added measure to ensure the safety of our clients, as well as our Coronavirus caregivers. A part of making sure to protect yourself and others is knowing the facts and how to properly prepare you and your family…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been providing ongoing information on the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), which has caused a pandemic of respiratory disease all around the world. Because COVID-19 is a new disease, scientists are still learning how it spreads, the severity of illness it causes and to what extent it…
With the rapid spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) throughout the United States, fear and stress about the disease can be overwhelming for some. Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations but finding positive ways to cope with stress will make you stronger. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outlines ways people who…
At the peak of any health crisis, like the COVID 19 outbreak, practicing everyday safety precautions is key to keeping yourself and everyone around you safe. Along with washing your hands, taking preventative measures to keep your home clean is also key to staying safe. Clean & Disinfect Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and…
In light of the current concerns with the coronavirus pandemic that is quickly spreading worldwide, Homewatch CareGivers Northshore is reminding our caregivers, as well as our clients, to return to the basics of making sure to adequately wash their hands frequently. Handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and protect others from…