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At the USDAC we stand against xenophobia, ableism, hyper-individualism, and all forms of injustice. We affirm the values of belonging, access, hospitality, community care, and systemic change in the service of collective liberation. Let us come together, firmly and creatively, to commit to these values amidst uncertain times.

As COVID-19 spreads in the U.S many of us are asking: How do we connect, organize, and deepen community amidst the necessary public health practice of physical distancing? How do we combat the spread of isolation, othering, and fear? How do we learn from BIPOC, queer, and disabled communities on surviving pandemics and caring for each other? How do we stand in solidarity, mutuality, and community care, at this time of social emergency, and use what we learn toward making systemic change?
This is a moment for us to recognize our collective interdependence and to strengthen our practices of collective care.
In addition to taking health precautions advised by the CDC, we invite you to take this moment to envision, build, and contribute to a more resilient society by:

Advocating for social supports that help us to care for the vulnerable in our society in a time of pandemic-such as paid sick leave, a moratorium on evictions, universal healthcare, universal basic income, housing for the unhoused, ending cash bail, ending detention, paying freelancers for cancelled events, and more.

Strengthening our existing mutual aid support networks. Are you able-bodied? Can you work from home? Offer to run errands for those who are chronically ill/immunocompromised. Check in on your elderly neighbor to make sure they're OK. Support independent businesses. Buy only what you need at the grocery store so that there is food left for people who don't make enough money to stock up.

Tapping into your creativity. In this moment, art can help us connect to each other across distances, and tell the story of our fears and our resilience. Check out videos of neighbors joining together in chorus from their balconies in China and Italy, this facebook group for art instructors teaching remotely, and submissions to The Social Distancing Festival. What rituals, practices, invitations might you create and offer at this moment for healing and connection? (If you have ideas for how the USDAC might be of service at this moment, we'd love to hear. Write to us at: hello@usdac.us.)

There are so many resources being circulated. Here are a few we've found helpful in orienting to how to care for ourselves and our communities during these times.
Resources
In Love and Solidarity,

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Images: What Are We Doing During COVID-19? by Laura Chow Reeve of Radical Roadmaps. We advise that all letters to incarcerated folks be sent digitally, and for more resources to support incarcerated folks, check out recommendations compiled by The Justice Collaborative.

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Community Care in the Time of Coronavirus - U.S. Department of Arts and Culture

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Self-care is not selfish. You must fill your own cup before you can pour into others.

self-care and mental health

Ideally, we all engage in regular self-care in which we do the things that make us feel taken care of mentally, physically, and emotionally. But this doesn't always happen, and we may need to stop and take the time to remind ourselves we are important, too.

Sometimes our feelings become too much and we need to distract ourselves until we are better able to cope. We can also strategically change how we are feeling when things become too overwhelming.

What is self-care?

Self-care is important to maintaining a healthy relationship with yourself. It means doing things to take care of our minds, bodies, and souls by engaging in activities that promote well-being and reduce stress. Doing so enhances our ability to live fully, vibrantly, and effectively. The practice of self-care also reminds both you and others that your needs are valid and a priority.

Examples of self-care

Clean

Cook or bake

Cross something off your to-do list

Exercise

Get a massage

Go for a walk

Listen to music or a podcast

Make art

Meditation

Mindfulness exercises

Play a game

Practice deep breathing

Read

Take a bath

Take a (timed) nap

Watch TV or a movie

Yoga

distraction as a strategy

Why should I distract myself?

Activities are a great way for us to distract ourselves from our current emotions until we are better able to cope. When our level of distress is too high, we may not be able to effectively handle a situation and need ways to bring our emotional state down. Some suggestions may seem similar to self-care, but distraction activities serve a different purpose. One person's self-care activity is another's distraction technique.

Examples of distraction activities

Call a friend (and don't talk about what's causing you distress)

Create something

Describe your surroundings using your five senses

Do a puzzle

Do something kind for someone else

Focus on a single task

Go out to eat

Go to an event

Hold ice

Listen to music or a podcast

Make a list of things (cars, dog breeds, music artists, etc.)

Take a hot or cold shower

Try something new

Volunteer

Watch something funny

Watch TV or a movie

changing our emotions

Is my response warranted?

Check to see if the situation warrants the response you're having. Examine the facts. While our emotions are always valid, they are not always justified. Look to see if your emotional response matches the circumstances.

Am I being effective?

Examine whether what you're doing is helping or hurting the situation. If it's making things worse, do the opposite of whatever it is you feel like doing. Commit to it. If you want to stay home and isolate, force yourself to go out where there are people. If you're angry and want to yell, try avoiding the person who your anger is directed towards.

Self-Care Recommendations

Podcast with Active Minds' Founder and Executive Director, Alison Malmon

Alison joined sisters Maddie and Kenzie Ziegler on their podcast "Take 20" to discuss tips for self-care, navigating stress, how to have hard conversations with loved ones, and more. Listen to the two-part series here.

Episode One
Episode Two Image from Take 20 Podcast

from California's Each Mind Matters

Free Resources:

Personal Self-care:

For Individuals Living with Mental Illness:

For Individuals Concerned about Unemployment:

For Communities:

For Institutions of Higher Education:

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Self-care is important to maintaining a healthy relationship with yourself. Doing so enhances our ability to live fully, vibrantly, and effectively.

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A tool to help build resilience during difficult times.

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2-1-1 is a universally respected and growing national model. More than 14.3 million 2-1-1 connections to help were made in 2017. Today 94 percent of people living in the US have access to 2-1-1 services. Americans living in any one of our 50 states plus those residing in Washington DC and Puerto Rico now have access to community resources by dialing 2-1-1.

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No one could have predicted our current reality as part of the 2020 employment forecast. As of March 26, over three million people have filed unemployment claims this week alone-the most in U.S. history. The stock market is in turmoil, drastically plummeting on an almost daily basis. The national government has now stepped in, offering bridge loans to small businesses to help them retain their employees.

We're facing unprecedented times, and no one knows how long this will last. Since we cannot predict when the worst will be over or even when the virus will be contained, your best strategy is to focus on short-term solutions that will get you through this challenging time.

Doing nothing is not an option.

And, while you cannot control how this virus has affected individuals and the job market, you can take action. When you understand what's changing, you have the opportunity to better manage your own outcome.

So, how can you survive this turbulent economy right now?

Think short-term and get creative

Layoffs and furloughs were slow at first, affecting mostly service industries, but we're now witnessing a trickle-down effect. Companies whose businesses are linked to various industries, such as events, entertainment, and travel, are struggling, and they're letting go of employees in an attempt to stay in business. Even The Metropolitan Opera recently laid off all of its union workers.

Think about what you can do today, or during the next 30, 60, and 90 days. This is not about forever, it's about right now. No one will penalize you for taking a job outside of your field or career path for a little while. They'll understand and it may even make you more marketable when the crisis is over. You've likely had a successful career because you have certain attributes (intelligence, connections, resourcefulness), and now you'll need to tap into them in an unprecedented way. Use this time to explore jobs you may have not considered in the past, and perhaps you'll find opportunities you wouldn't have necessarily pursued otherwise.

Here's how to explore your short-term options:

Inventory your top skills and then search for opportunities to leverage these in a different capacity. Are you an event planner who could help a hospital coordinate its temporary expansion? Leverage what you have been doing and pivot to where the current job openings are.

Look for telecommuting job opportunities where the location is irrelevant and in-person contact is unnecessary.

Get creative about how you can leverage your skills virtually. Do you have a hobby or talent that you can turn into a short-term business? Can you provide individual lessons or consulting online or create an online course.

Consider the sectors that are ramping up their hiring to meet current demands. Many of these national brands, such as Blue Apron, Amazon, Trader Joe's, and Zoom, are looking to fill positions throughout the country. This is a great way to secure an interim job until the economy recovers.

And, remember the local businesses that may require additional assistance, but are too overwhelmed to post jobs. Take the initiative and ask them what they need. Perhaps they are seeking another manager to onboard their new employees, someone to create or enhance their website to handle their online orders or even someone to stock shelves or package goods for shipping. Ask if help is needed. The worst they can say is no.

Enhance your résumé

Résumé writing is both an art and a science. In order to stand out, it's imperative that you have a polished, professional-looking résumé that is written with both the hiring bots and the hiring manager in mind. When applying for remote jobs, in or out of your industry, read the job description carefully and showcase those skills that match the job description.

Even though you're searching for short-term employment, you should apply the same best practices that help all job seekers stand out in a crowded job market. An independent, two-part study commissioned by TopResume found that the most successful résumés achieve three critical goals: present a compelling career narrative, create visual balance, and illustrate a candidate's value.

Prepare to interview virtually

While we socially distance ourselves, job interviews will be virtual. This process will require patience because most companies' hiring and onboarding processes aren't set up to be entirely remote. This will delay the hiring process as companies adjust to their new circumstances. Even if employers were already in the process of filling a position, there will be new logistics involved.

When it is time to interview, make sure you're prepared to do so virtually. Many of the same rules apply. For example, dress as though you are going to the company's office, even if you're being interviewed over the phone, to help you set the right state of mind. Be cognizant of your tone so you sound enthusiastic. Additionally, prepare by doing the following:

Control your environment and find a place that's quiet, clutter-free, and well-lit.

For phone interviews, indulge in the luxury of referencing "cheat sheets" without the interviewer's knowledge. Have a copy of the job description, talking points about your qualifications with the job requirements, and a list of questions to ask your interviewer available in front of you to reference.

For video interviews, download any necessary programs (or software updates) ahead of time and test the equipment with a friend to familiarize yourself with the process and ensure the setup (e.g. volume, camera position, lighting) is ideal.

Once there's more clarity around the scope of the virus and its impact on the global economy, companies will begin hiring again. But, in the interim, focus on your short-term goals. We're a country of relentless entrepreneurs and creatives, so embrace that perseverance and tenacity as you consider your employment options during this uncertain time.
Jeff Berger is the CEO and founder of New York City-based Talent Inc. and its suite of brands TopResume, TopCV, and TopInterview.

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How you can find a job during the COVID-19 crisis

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No one could have predicted our current reality as part of the 2020 employment forecast. As of March 26, over three million people have filed unemployment claims this week alone-the most in U.S. history. The stock market is in turmoil, drastically plummeting on an almost daily basis.

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Dear Community,

As the news headlines remind us daily, COVID-19 is changing our lives in profound ways. The pandemic has forced the postponement or cancellation of treasured celebrations, ceremonies and rituals like birthdays, anniversaries and weddings which connect us as human beings.

It is also impacting how we honor and remember people when they die.

Funerals plays a critical role in our lives. Funerals help children and adults adjust to a new normal without a loved one and they support our grief and mourning. Funerals are rituals that we as humans need.

With that in mind, Good Grief has released "Funerals in the Time of a Pandemic" to create public awareness and understanding of the importance of memorializing family and friends. The 10-part podcast series and accompanying resource book provides tools for individuals and families to create meaningful rituals at home while COVID-19 restrictions are in place.

This idea behind this podcast series is to give people a new way to think about the funeral ritual at an unprecedented time when we cannot gather as a community to attend a funeral. The goal is to empower people on a personal level to create a funeral ritual to honor and remember someone important to them.

The resources include reflective questions, information on grief and mourning, activities for adults and children, and tips for talking to kids during this pandemic.

Please help us by sharing these resources with those who need them now and in the future!

In Community,

Joe Primo | Good Grief CEO

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Funerals in a Pandemic: Navigating a New Normal

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Dear Community, As the news headlines remind us daily, COVID-19 is changing our lives in profound ways. The pandemic has forced the postponement or cancellation of treasured celebrations, ceremonies and rituals like birthdays, anniversaries and weddings which connect us as human beings. It is also impacting how we honor and remember people when they die.

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As we all cope with the many changes in our lives responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, we understand the challenges many are feeling in this time of uncertainty and social isolation. We are here to help.

In the weeks and months ahead, we will be providing information and resources to support the emotional needs of children, families, students, and communities navigating new life circumstances. At the same time, we will continue to remotely support families in our programs with innovative and adaptive resources.

Our primary goal is to help you build resilience during this time of uncertainty.
We're not going anywhere. Let's build resilience together!

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COVID-19 Grief Resources & Updates | Good Grief

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As we all cope with the many changes in our lives responding to the COVID-19 pandemic, we understand the challenges many are feeling in this time of uncertainty and social isolation. We are here to help. In the weeks and months ahead, we will be providing information and resources to support the emotional needs of children, families, students, and communities navigating new life circumstances.

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Fun Activities To Keep You Busy During The COVID-19 Shelter-In-Place

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Fun Activities To Keep You Busy During The COVID-19 Shelter-In-Place

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Free digital recovery meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic

During this pandemic, we realize that many in-person meetings have been canceled or people may not be able to attend their regular meetings for various reasons. We are now offering online recovery support groups which will be available seven times daily at 7AM, 9AM, 12PM, 3PM, 6PM, 9PM, and 11PM EST. We are also offering one daily family and loved one recovery support meeting at 8PM EST; a twice weekly LGBTQ+ (Mon at 7PM EST & Wed at 11AM EST); a twice weekly Womxn's Only (Tue & Thurs at 7PM EST) all recovery meeting; a weekly Harm Reduction Works (HRW; Fri at 1PM EST) meeting; a weekly pregnant and postpartum (PPR) mothers (Tue at 10AM EST) all recovery meeting; and a weekly grief support meeting (Thu at 4PM EST). All recovery meetings are non-denominational, agnostic to any specific recovery pathway, and are open to anyone.

Video is optional but can be used

Real names do not have to be used and are not required

Audio can be muted and you are not required to share

Please be respectful of all participants just as you would in any other meeting or recovery space - we are all in this together

Frequently Asked Questions

We are hosting meetings at 9AM, 12PM, 3PM, 6PM, 9PM, and 11PM EST currently. We may also add additional meeting times in the future as capacity needs grow. As meetings continue to get cancelled, please share this information with your networks and keep coming back. Full details are here: https://unityrecovery.org/digital-recovery-meetings

These are open all-recovery meetings, which means people in or supportive of recovery from any type of behavioral health disorder or quality of life concern are welcome. No matter the program, pathway, or type of recovery you are in, this is a meeting for you. As a reminder, we typically introduce ourselves as "Hello, My name is ____ and I am a person in recovery", but feel free to identify however is comfortable for you.

If anyone you know, or you yourself, needs extra support, please feel to message the meeting facilitator on the platform, or send an email to contact@unityrecovery.org and we'll get you connected to a peer support specialist ASAP

Anyone can choose to speak or share in a group, but no one is required to do so. Silently experiencing what is being shared has great value by itself.

When sharing in meetings, we encourage you to keep the focus on personal experience. If giving feedback to other participants, we ask that you keep the feedback free of judgment and focused on strengths and support.

Any harmful (i.e. derogatory or confrontational) language or behavior directed toward anyone in our community will not be tolerated and will result in immediate removal from the meeting. Such language includes - but is not limited to - expressions of racism, sexism, genderism, classism, or any hostile or purposely stigmatizing language.

While your honesty is encouraged, please be mindful while sharing. For example, your body language or expressing extreme anger or aggression may cause unnecessary stress or trauma for others.

Commenting on anyone else's appearance is inappropriate, even if it is worded in the form of a compliment.

We are committed to making this a safe space for all community members. If you are feeling uncomfortable in a meeting, please reach out to the facilitator or email contact@unityrecovery.org

We encourage everyone to practice patience and tolerance and to keep an open mind, as everyone is in a different place in their recovery. If you disagree with someone, be respectful.

Bigotry or criticism regarding shares on current events. As a reminder, the sanctity of human life and safety is not considered a political issue and may be shared about at any time. Criticizing others for sharing on a topic that is very personal to their lives is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. We do not condone and will not accept racism or bigotry of any type in these meetings. In addition, we are providing a general warning to all attendees that minimizing these events is unacceptable in verbal shares. We ask that you respect the experiences of those most affected. If you do not agree with this approach, we are happy to help you find another recovery support meeting.

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Free digital recovery meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic During this pandemic, we realize that many in-person meetings have been canceled or people may not be able to attend their regular meetings for various reasons. We are now offering online recovery support groups which will be available seven times daily at 7AM, 9AM, 12PM, 3PM, 6PM, 9PM, and 11PM EST.

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COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND RESOURCES IN SOMERSET COUNTY DURING COVID-19

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Community Service with a purpose - for all Middle School Students

Kids will enjoy a fun activity followed by a community service project that supports the mission of Community in Crisis... call it service with a purpose. Students are asked to put away their cell phones; hours count towards community service requirements.

Where

The Community Hub, 2 Morristown Rd, Bernardsville NJ

When
NOTE: Your health and safety is our top priority. While no member of staff, volunteers or participants have tested positive for COVID-19, we believe that continuing to operate and run programming at this time would be counter productive to the protective measures currently recommended. We will update you as soon as we find out more.
Register
Registration for Hub Club is currently on hold. Space is limited to the first 40 registrants. To cover supplies, the program fee for the 5 week program is $50. Please know, though, that we never want this fee to prevent your child from enjoying an enriching and memorable experience: please inquire about financial assistance at info@communityincrisis.org if the program fee poses a challenge for you. Thank you.

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Community Service with a purpose - for all Middle School Students Kids will enjoy a fun activity followed by a community service project that supports the mission of Community in Crisis... call it service with a purpose. Students are asked to put away their cell phones; hours count towards community service requirements.