Staying Healthy Off the Clock

Good Afternoon,

Creative Works is very fortunate that our staff and participants are remaining healthy in the midst of the Coronavirus. Thank you for all your attention to health and safety, hand-washing protocols, and heightened cleaning procedures at work! I wanted to take a moment to share some ideas for how to maintain your health, and that of your loved ones, during your important non-work hours. 

Social distancing while you are at home and in the community is a necessary measure we can all take to deter the spread of COVID-19.  While it can be challenging to stay at least six feet away from others in the community, and disappointing to avoid those typical social activities that involve large crowds (sports events, worship, etc.) there is actually no better way to ensure your health and that of your family.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has some additional wonderful and simple suggestions for each of us as we hunker down to prevent the spread of this virus.

• Eat healthy foods.  It helps boost your immune system.

• Get some exercise!  30 minutes a day for adults, an hour for kids.

• Limit your intake of sugary drinks and alcohol.

• Limit your screen time and watching the news for extensive periods of time.

• Wash your hands frequently throughout the day.  This goes for all family members.

• Continue to disinfect commonly used household surfaces and items frequently.

• Children and teens should avoid play dates, sleepovers, and communal gatherings.

• While telecommuting and tele-schooling, make sure to take frequent breaks to get up and move around and give your eyes a rest from constant screen time.

• Dance, do some yoga, even meditate. It is almost time to start gardening!

• Get outside if your community permits it.  Take a run or a bike ride, always being sure to keep a safe social distance.

• Get your creative juices flowing and make something — paint, write in a journal, play an instrument, or try a new recipe.

• Keep in touch with those near and dear — send emails, texts, notes and cards to friends and loved ones so they know they are in your thoughts.

Whether at work or at home, each of you at Creative Works continues to be in my thoughts, and I wish you my very best during these trying times.

Heidi