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As part of our commitment to keeping our community safe and informed during the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve put together some helpful resources tailored specifically for our aging population.
About Coronavirus and Seniors
Older people and people with underlying health conditions appear to be about twice as likely to develop serious outcomes versus otherwise younger, healthier people. Older adults experience a gradual deterioration of their immune system, making it harder for their body to fight off diseases and infection.
Many are also more likely to have underlying conditions that hinder the body’s ability to cope and recover from the illness. People with health conditions like heart disease, lung disease and diabetes need to be especially careful to avoid exposure to COVID-19.
How You Can Protect Yourself and Others
1. Stay at Home. The Governor’s “Stay at Home” Order has been further extended through Thursday, April 30, 2020. This action is incredibly important in our efforts to flatten the curve of this pandemic.
2. Wash Your Hands with Soap for 20 seconds, often, and always before you leave your home and when you return from outside.
3. Disinfect surfaces in your home, especially doorknobs, light switches, and faucets that are frequently touched.
4. The CDC is now recommending that if you do need to leave your home, you need to wear a protective covering over your nose and mouth, to help limit the spread of the virus from asymptomatic carriers.
5. Ask for Help! Now is the time to ask for help from your friends and neighbors. If you need groceries, medicine, or other essential items, and you don’t have any friends or neighbors close by, we’re here to help. We encourage you to reach out to your Aldermen, who can help you connect with local assistance. A full list of City Aldermen can be found at www.blueisland.org.
Local Resources
www.blueisland.org/coronavirus – This page serves as a central repository for the latest Coronavirus information and updates.
Blue Island Television (BITV) – Channel 4 on Comcast/Xfinity for the latest updates and information. Alternatively, you can view the most recent videos from BITV on YouTube at www.youtube.com/blueislandtelevision.
Smart 911 – If you’ve not yet signed up for Smart911, we encourage you to do so now. In addition to providing valuable, time-saving information on your location in the case of an emergency, Smart911 is our method of delivery for Phone Call messages with important Coronavirus updates.
Emergencies – Dial 9-1-1
Non-Emergency Number – 708-385-1313
Frontline Online Reporting – The Blue Island Police Department recently introduced Frontline, an online portal for reporting minor offenses and concerns. You can find the Frontline portal on www.blueisland.org.
