Thanksgiving During COVID-19

Take the typical COVID-19 precautions, such as wearing a mask (covering your nose and mouth), staying at least six feet apart from others, and washing and sanitizing your hands frequently.

If you are attending a gathering, you should also consider bringing your own food, drinks, cups, plates, and utensils. Try to avoid going in and out of the kitchen or other areas where food is being handled and/or prepared. It is better to use items such as disposable utensils that are only used once.

If you are hosting a gathering, encourage your guests to follow COVID-19 precautions. It is recommended to limit the number of guests. You should also clean and disinfect items, and areas, and surfaces that are frequently used. Consider having guests bring their own food. Use disposable plates and utensils.

Also consider having a virtual Thanksgiving celebration to avoid physical contact.
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Traveling during the COVID-19 pandemic is not recommended. However, if you do choose to travel, be sure to take precautions. Before traveling, check travel restrictions. It is also recommended to get your flu shot. Also take the normal COVID-19 precautions, such as hand washing, wearing a mask, and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. It is also wise to bring extra supplies, such as extra masks and extra hand sanitizer.

If you are planning to shop for Thanksgiving, it is recommended to shop online as opposed to in-store shopping. If you do shop in a store, make sure to follow the proper COVID-19 protocols and stay at least six away from others.

For more information on Thanksgiving during COVID-19, click on the link below.

​https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays/thanksgiving.html