Fears about COVID-19 can take an emotional toll, especially if you’re already living with an anxiety disorder. But you’re not powerless. These tips can help you get through this stressful time. Understanding your anxiety It’s a frightening time. We’re in the midst of a worldwide pandemic, with cities and even entire countries shutting down. Some of us are in areas that have … [Read more...] about Coronavirus anxiety: Coping with stress, fear, and uncertainty
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Wisconsin’s ‘Safer at Home’ order in effect for next 30 days
Gov. Tony Evers said Tuesday his new "Safer at Home" order in effect for the next month. Gov. Tony Evers said Tuesday, March 24, 2020, his new "Safer at Home" order will be in effect for the next month. He directed Department of Health Services Secretary- designee Andrea Palm to prohibits all nonessential travel, with some exceptions. The order went into effect at 8 a.m. … [Read more...] about Wisconsin’s ‘Safer at Home’ order in effect for next 30 days
How to keep your peace of mind while stuck inside
So, it looks like we will be stuck inside for a while. All that time starring at the same four walls can play on your sanity. So here are some things you can do to help maintain your inner peace in this time of chaos. 1. Call and check on seniors and loved ones. 2. Write letters to your loved ones and friends. 3. Meditate, pray and journal your thoughts (This is a good … [Read more...] about How to keep your peace of mind while stuck inside
Milwaukee responds to COVID-19: Closures and cancellations
Coronavirus is causing organizers to cancel or postpone some community events. The following events have been canceled or postponed: • Potawatomi Hotel & Casino: Closing at 5 p.m., March 17. No word on when it will reopen. • Milwaukee Municipal Court: Closed until May 1. • Skylight Theatre’s Evita and Candide: Rescheduled for later dates. • Pabst Mansion: … [Read more...] about Milwaukee responds to COVID-19: Closures and cancellations
Where to find help for those in need during the COVID-19 closures
The coronavirus has shut down many of our community institutions and centers to help stop its spread. However, there are still many in this community that need help with finding work or just putting food on the table. Many are wondering with so many closures, where will they turn to now for help. Well, the good news is that there are still many places offering assistance. … [Read more...] about Where to find help for those in need during the COVID-19 closures
MPS offers meals and scheduled times to pick up personal items for students during school closure
To help prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), all MPS schools will be closed from March 16 to April 13, 2020. Schools are scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, April 14, after the scheduled district spring break. In MPS, as many as 76,000 students receive free breakfast and lunch in school daily. To support families who rely on school meals for their children, MPS will … [Read more...] about MPS offers meals and scheduled times to pick up personal items for students during school closure
How to get tested for the coronavirus
The World Health Organization (WHO) has just declared the coronavirus a pandemic. That’s just a big word that means a new disease for which people do not have immunity spreads around the world beyond expectations. So now, of course, you may start to worry. People are coughing and sneezing around you and you get scared. So what do you do when you have a sore throat, flu-like … [Read more...] about How to get tested for the coronavirus
Your complete guide to traveling during the coronavirus outbreak
Traveling anytime soon? It can be a little scary now with the coronavirus going around and see ordinary people wearing masks in the airport. So what do you do to protect yourself while traveling? The World Health Organization issued some recommendations to travelers during this coronavirus outbreak. They say travelers who are sick to delay or avoid travel to affected … [Read more...] about Your complete guide to traveling during the coronavirus outbreak