For Yelm area residents: Yelm-To-Go is the place to know which restaurants have carry-out and delivery services here.
Is coronavirus lingo confusing you? Here are 10 important terms you should understand
Washington State Resources:
Washington State Department of Health Website – Current information about the spread of COVID-19 in Washington.
Outbreak Preparedness for Communities and Organizations – Washington is working to be as prepared as possible for the potential spread of COVID-19.
COVID-19 and Businesses – Information for administrators and employees.
Guidance for Persons at Higher Risk – Information for people who are older or who have underlying health conditions.
From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
coronavirus.gov – The CDC’s main page with information about COVID-19.
Fact Sheet – What you need to know about COVID-19.
How COVID-19 Spreads – Learn about how the virus spreads, so you can better understand the ways you can help stop it.
Prevention and Treatment Information – There is currently no vaccine to prevent COVID-19, but there are ways to limit exposure to the virus.
Symptoms – Fever, cough, and shortness of breath are COVID-19 symptoms identified by the CDC.
What To Do If You Are Sick – Instructions about what to do if you suspect you may have the virus.
Guidance for Travelers – Includes information about COVID-19 for travelers and travel-related industries.
Guidance for Businesses/Employers – Contains strategies and plans to help employers prevent the spread of the virus in the workplace.
Stigma Related to COVID-19 – Stigma hurts everyone by creating more fear or anger towards ordinary people.
Frequently Asked Questions – Find answers to frequent questions about the coronavirus, the illness it causes, and how you can protect yourself.
From the Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater Visitor & Convention Bureau:
We are also focused on directing small businesses to the information and resources needed to survive this difficult season.
- Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC) has compiled a list of resources for small businesses in Thurston County impacted by COVID-19.
- Economic Injury Worksheet: The State Department of Commerce has provided this form to report the economic impacts of COVID-19 on local businesses. The information will be used to document the need for U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) assistance.
- The State of Washington and Governor Jay Inslee are working with local and federal partners to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 and created a list of resources for businesses and workers.
- President Donald Trump declared a National Emergency on Friday, March 13, which opens up the opportunity for the U.S. government to provide financial relief and other assistance to businesses and organizations impacted by COVID-19.
- The Washington Tourism Alliance has compiled a list of resources for businesses.
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