by scott | Mar 30, 2020 | News
We hope that all are healthy and practicing best policies during this time. We are in one of the best places on the planet in the best of times, and now, in the worst of times, we are still in the best place to be. Rural communities, great fresh air, and great neighbors, families and friends to help out in times of need.
And that is what we want you to consider today. Think of the folks that live nearby or within your own smaller community, give them a call and see if they are need. This is a time when we can all help ensure that no one is without the assistance that they might need.
If they are in need, and you can safely help them that is wonderful. If further assistance is required or you are unsure how to help, please message the Chinook Society or you can email LDLINK4HELP@gmail.com or call 250-251-1466 with the information.
Thanks to all of you for being great neighbors and awesome community members! Stay Safe and Healthy!
CERS Board
by scott | Mar 24, 2020 | News
Many conversations are going on surrounding our current global situation. Everyone has questions, concerns, ideas and opinions. For factual information, please visit one of the following links:
http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19
https://www.who.int/
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-preparedness-response-recovery/covid-19-provincial-support
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html?utm_campaign=not-applicable&utm_medium=vanity-url&utm_source=canada-ca_covid-19
by scott | Mar 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
BURNS LAKE AND LAKES DISTRICT
COVID-19 Community Support Committee
Several community partners have organized a COVID-19 Community Support Committee in response to the COVID-19 crisis. This committee is working on supporting community members who are in Self Isolation. This includes:
- volunteering to self isolate because of pre-existing medical issues
- volunteering to self isolate for 14 days because of possible exposure
- mandated to self-isolate for 14 days because of exposure or travel
- self isolating because ill or show symptoms of becoming ill
Under these extraordinary circumstances it is important to have supports available for these community members. Most community members will have family and friends that can help them at this time, but there may be other people who need additional support.
What can I do if I, or someone I know, needs help because they are in self isolation?
- Email LDLINK4HELP@gmail.com with name and details, and the committee will contact you to make a plan.
- If you don’t have access to email, please phone and leave a message at 250-251-1466 and we will return your call as soon as we are able.
NOTE: This is not an information line. For current information on the COVID-19 situation, please visit:
What will the committee be doing with this information?
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- Every attempt will be made to maintain privacy and keep people’s personal information safe.
- The committee will work to meet the needs of the people as they arise – this could include picking up essential groceries, medication or supplies
The communities of the Lakes District are experienced and well situated to tackle this Health Crisis, but it will take a community response. It is important that all stakeholders and partners work together to maximize resources and prevent duplication of services.
For more information on this committee, or to volunteer your assistance, please email us with your contact information LDLINK4HELP@gmail.com
COVID-19 community support committee
by scott | Mar 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
Northern Health has set up an online clinic and COVID-19 information line.
Information line – 1-844-645-7811
General COVID-19 health advice and answers – http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/covid-19/common-questions
Self Assessment Tool – https://covid19.thrive.health/
Health Link BC – dial 8-1-1
To read the full Northern Health Bulletin covid19
by scott | Mar 14, 2020 | News, Uncategorized
The Province is at a critical time for containment of COVID-19 and steps need to be taken to prevent the spread of the virus in our community.
Guidelines from Northern Health and Health Canada include:
- Increased cleaning and sterilization of surfaces
- covering the mouth and nose during coughing or sneezing with a tissue or a flexed elbow and disposing of used tissues in a plastic-lined waste container, followed by hand washing,
- hand washing with plain soap and water or a hand sanitizing gel that is at least 70% alcohol
- anyone who is ill or has symptoms (sore throat, fever, cough, fatigue, and/or muscle aches) should stay home.
Continue to monitor the links below on a regular basis:
• BC Center for Disease Control
• Health Link Web site
• Health Canada Information
