The new coronavirus attacks the lungs, making it harder for people who smoke or vape — tobacco, cannabis or anything else — to fight off the virus and putting them at much greater risk of severe illness, even death. Through […]
Category: Covid 19 local resource guide
Domestic violence shouldn’t be tolerated
Help is one call away The Vermont State Police, Vermont Attorney General’s Office and the Vermont Network Against Domestic and Sexual Violence join with other law-enforcement agencies and advocacy organizations to acknowledge the unique and difficult challenges facing people who […]
Parents’ helpline is open
Support for parents is vital for children’s well being “We understand isolation… can be very challenging for families with children,” stated Ed Bride, deputy/development director at Prevent Child Abuse Vermont (PCAVT). Young children need and actually thrive with predictable structure […]
Food shelves in Rutland County
BROC Community Action Hours open: Mon-Fri. 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Senior hours Friday 2-3 p.m. Location: 45 Union St, Rutland, VT Phone: 802-775-0878 Black River Good Neighbor Services, Thrift Store/Food Shelf Hours Open: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: 37B Main St., […]
Stepping up to feed Rutland County
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed many services, qualification parameters and protocols for accessing services provided — including food services. Here is a list of resources for those needing assistance, or not —grocery store hours have also changed to allow for […]
Answers to Vermonters’ frequently asked questions
How can you help prevent getting the virus? Stay at least 6 feet away from others. Stay at home as much as possible. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Stay home […]
Rutland County health clinics:
Community Health Centers of Rutland Region Rutland Allen Pond 71 Allen Pond, Suite 403, Rutland, VT Phone: (802) 772-7992 Rutland Stratton Road 215 Stratton Road, Rutland, VT Phone: (802) 773-3386 Brandon 420 Grove Street, Brandon, VT Phone: (802)247-6305 Castleton 275 Rte […]
How Rutland Regional Medical Center prepared for peak outbreak
CEO Claudio Fort says hospital is “ok for now” on PPE By Polly Mikula On April 2, Governor Phil Scott announced new steps in the state’s plan to prepare for a surge in Covid-19 cases, and in turn, the need […]
Vermont’s response to Covid-19, a timeline of executive orders
April 17, Governor Scott ordered the U.S. and Vermont flags to fly at half-mast the 19th of every month of 2020 to honor those Vermonters who died from Covid-19. April 17, Governor Scott announced a phased restart of Vermont’s […]
Stay healthy and safe
5 ways to protect yourself and others Wash your hands frequently for at least 20 seconds with antibacterial soap and water. By doing this you eliminate viruses and avoid infection by then touching your eyes, mouth, and nose. Utilize hand […]