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Here is an update for Sunday, April 5, 2020.

Thought of the day: If we don’t stay at home, stop mingling, even with one other person from outside your home, things will not get better. Michigan is the next Ground Zero. We have to prepare accordingly and do all we can to defeat this virus. 

The White House said they expect Wayne and Oakland counties to hit peak caseloads next weekend. We need to make sure we stay inside and don’t go outside unless you must buy groceries and get your prescriptions. You can take a walk but keep your distance, wear a homemade mask and be smart.We all hate to say it, but things will get worst before they get better. 

Did a CNN hit last night. What is wonderful about doing CNN is the people in your life who you haven’t heard from in a long, long time reach out, check in. A silver lining in all of this is the old friends who remind you they are still part of your life. Zoom meetings and the new beat of life goes on.

Thank you to the healthcare workers, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, teachers, safety personal, mail carriers, mental health workers, takeout cooks, food deliverers, and so many more. We are all so grateful for all you do. 

Make a vet smile! There’s lot of veterans homes right now that don’t allow visitors. Its tough to see but it’s what we must do to prevent the spread fo the virus. The Michigan government launched this initiative where you can write a letter or record a video of yourself saying something uplifting to a veteran. After you record and upload your video to social media or youtube, email the link to DMVA-MIVeteranHomes@michigan.gov. All it takes is a cellphone and a few minutes out of your day to show your appreciation for our veterans’ service and sacrifice! If you want to send a letter you can send them to the below!

Grand Rapids Home for Veterans
3000 Monroe Ave. NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49505
ATTN: Letters for Vets

—or —

D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans
425 Fisher St
Marquette, MI 49855
ATTN: Letters for Vets

New information becomes available every day. Below is a list of resources and information that can be helpful during this time. Please share this information with your family, friends, and colleagues. Stay Home. Stay Safe. Save Lives.
 
Coronavirus information

File for unemployment

Small Businesses can apply for low-interest disaster loans

Navigating Social Security Benefits
 
School Based Food Service Interactive Map
 
Food Banks and Kitchens in Michigan's 12th Congressional District
 
Contact numbers for people looking for information are:
• Centers for Disease Control, cdc.gov/coronavirus, 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636).
• Michigan.gov/coronavirus, Call 2-1-1 or 734-287-7870 from within Michigan to connect with help of all kinds including food, housing, healthcare, and more.