COVID-19 Update 12 - Trusting in Yourself
Over this past month and a half, hundreds of you have reached out to me to share your stories, your hopes, your dreams, and at times your heartache. Many of those emails include videos and pictures of you and your teams carrying out the DHS mission.
Supporting Elderly Loved Ones During COVID-19
COVID-19 has added additional stress as older adults have been urged to limit contact with others as much as possible. It can be hard to stay away from your older loved ones, but it's essential for everyone’s safety.
Homeschooling Resources
With more than 124,000 schools closing to stop the spread of COVID-19, you may find yourself working as a teacher for your children. If you're new to homeschooling, here are some tips to help your kids learn.
COVID-19 Update 11 (Finding Your Inner Strength)
Here’s the interesting thing about inner strength—we all have it. We are all born with a desire to learn, to grow, to evolve into a more meaningful representation of ourselves. Even when the world seems like it is upside down and you lay awake at night questioning how you will make it through the next day, ultimately what you find is that the answer is within you.
Domestic Abuse Awareness and Resources
While social distancing can help to reduce the spread of COVID-19, staying home may not be the safest option for many domestic abuse survivors. Outside factors that add stress and financial strain can create circumstances where a victim’s safety is further compromised. Domestic violence or abuse, also called intimate partner violence, is not the same as an occasional argument between partners. It is a pattern of abuse used by one person to control another.
Seven Fun Ways to Stay Fit While You Work
Physical fitness is a pillar of health and a key part of any successful wellness program. Regular exercise can protect your health by lowering the risk for chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, some cancers, and depression. It also provides mental health benefits that can boost well-being.
A Beacon of Hope
Hope is a real and powerful force and is a critical part of how we master the COVID-19 pandemic. Living by the light of hope and letting it guide us is one way we can eclipse the fear and anxiety in uncertain times. Hope—for the future, for the next sunrise, for the next flower to open, for our next family event—keeps us going.
Alcohol Awareness
We are all facing uncertainty and stress related to the current COVID-19 situation. Fear and anxiety about your health and the health of your loved ones might lead to using alcohol and other substances more frequently. Now may be a good time to reflect on drinking habits and think about how they might affect your health.
COVID-19 Update 9 - Taking Care of You
While struggling to find a sense of control is certainly a tiny example of how the COVID-19 situation has thrown us off in the last few weeks, I realize many of you are facing even greater challenges. Child care and financial concerns, as well as stress and anxiety over if and when this virus will impact you, are just a few of the issues I know are sometimes keeping you awake at night. While it is a fact that this unseen, external challenge has upset our normal balance, fortunately, the good news is that we are our own strongest defense against COVID-19 and its impacts. Educating ourselves, listening to one another, and having a willingness to embrace positive practices are critical and are within our control.
Financial Support Resources During COVID-19
During these uncertain times, you might be concerned about the financial impacts caused by COVID-19. Here are some resources to help you navigate current financial challenges to reduce any financial stress you may face.
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Last Updated: 04/11/2024