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Be Safe, Be Smart, Be Wise! Content by Judy

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisbon

So here we sit with Coronavirus snuggled up right next to us on the coach. And yeah, I’m not liking it very much.   You? How about we ask those germs to please leave? Tell them they have overstayed their welcome? Just flat out tell them to get out!! I don’t think any of us could have ever imagined or thought up a worldwide situation like this!! But it is what it is and we need to all – Be Safe, Be Smart, and Be Wise!

When we think of safe, we often think of being secure, protected, free from danger. In this situation being safe is… Stay home. Keep 6 feet of space between you and others.

“WASH YOUR HANDS”

We have started using “My Tribe” “My Circle” “My Posse” as a way to refer to those closest to us. So be sure they are safe too. Contact those loved ones, friends and neighbors. Work together to make things as good as you all can. Take care of each other and stay safe.

Now let’s Be Smart – Use your time wisely. Create new routines because being together for way more hours than usual can create difficult situations. Find new ways to stay calm. Maybe find a yoga video. Learn to meditate. And you can probably find what you are looking for online. YouTube is amazing. Take a look – There is like nothing that is not there. Learn something new, maybe a craft skill, a new language. Watch silly movies. Make your own videos. Share them with those you are missing. Share online. Make others laugh. Make a list. And do the things at home you never seem to have time for. Enjoy the great weather and start spring cleanup. Get the garden ready. Clean closets, cabinets, paint that room, reorganize, fill out your census form. Be smart and “Don’t hoard” For everything you have too much of – someone else needs it. Just what are some of you going to do with 100 rolls of toilet paper??? Buy what you need and leave the rest for the next guy.

And “WASH YOUR HANDS”

Be Wise – take care of you!! If you don’t – you can’t take care of those around you. Be nice to you and nice to those around you. Develop a new schedule. Structure helps. Be thankful for those still out there taking care of us. The xray tech, the nurse, the doctor, the CNAs, police, EMTs, firefighters, TRUCK DRIVERS, everyone that is still working. AND Stay positive!! Don’t hoard!! Use your time wisely!! Plan parties and events for when this is all over!! Look at this as more of a gift than a punishment

and “WASH YOUR HANDS”

Do you need errands done?

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisbon

We have volunteers to help you. Call us at 860-376-2329 and we will set you up with a trusted volunteer.

Ways to stay Happy and Healthy at Home!!!

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisbon

 Watch a movie/Netflix/video

 Do something crafty-knit, crochet, make a collage, scrapbook

 Write a memoir

 Write a poem

 Write a letter

 Write a song

 Give your brain a workout and play online games.

 Crossword puzzles-free printable (http://qets.com/crossword_puzzles.htm)

 Jig-saw-puzzles-we are fortunate we have a few hundred – GIVE US A CALL

 Meditate – Try lying down with your eyes closed, palms up and while focusing on your breath. Or spend 20 minutes sitting cross-legged and repeat a soothing word to yourself in your head. (The latter is more like transcendental meditation.)

 Call a friend/skype

 Pamper yourself. Have a Cup of Tea, Listen to music

 TED Talks https://www.ted.com/talks

 Find a project at home-clean your windows, dust your house.

 Fix broken items

 Go through old photographs and write on them(who, what)/organize them

 Go through your old clothes and get rid of the ones you don’t want any more or fix the ones that are missing buttons etc.

 Stretch

 Go outside/plant a garden/relax

 Gaze at the stars

 Redecorate your space

 Read

 Make a bucket list of things you want to do when this is all over!

Here are names and numbers of the restaurants that are serving take-out orders:

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisbon

Green Onion Pizza 860-376-3817

Just Breakfast & Things……860-376-4040

Manny’s……………………………860-886-4212

Tulli’s………………………….……860-886-6666

Poppy & Rye…………….………860-383-2026

Vocatura’s……………….………..860-887-2220

Brody’s Seafood Market……860-213-5648

Occum Pizza…………………….860-822-8025

Lunch Curbside Pickup

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisbon

While we are here for you for curbside sandwich pickup, we would like to suggest that you order takeout from your favorite local restaurants.
Giving them your support during these difficult times is important for all of us to come together and try to minimize the losses that they will incur.

Homeowner’s Tax Relief

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisbon

Homeowners must be over 65 or totally disabled and live in a home to qualify.  This program is income qualifying and proof of income is required by the State every two years to have benefits continue.  Applications are available February 1st through May 15th annually at the Assessor’s office.  Please contact the Assessor’s office for current qualifying income limits and documentation needed to file.  The application is available online or in the tax assessor’s office.  Contact our Tax Assessor at 860-376-5115.

Things you can do to support yourself:

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisbon

 Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories and social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
 Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol and drugs.
 Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
 Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
 Call your healthcare provider if stress gets in the way of your daily activities for several days in a row.
 If you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others call 911

COVID-19 Resources

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Lisbon

Visit: https://www.lisbonct.com/ For updates

This page is for informational purposes only.

CDC Resources
 Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Prevention Website https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
 Coronavirus – Frequently Asked Questions https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
 CDC Coronavirus Fact Sheet https://www.lisbonct.com/sites/lisbonct/files/uploads/2019-ncov-factsheet.pdf
 CDC “Stop the Spread of Germs” Fact Sheet https://www.lisbonct.com/sites/lisbonct/files/uploads/stop-the-spread-of-germs.pdf
 CDC “What to Do If You Are Sick” Fact Sheet https://www.lisbonct.com/sites/lisbonct/files/uploads/sick-with-2019-ncov-fact-sheet.pdf
 CDC Handwashing Poster https://www.lisbonct.com/sites/lisbonct/files/uploads/wash-your-hands-poster-english-508.pdf

State and Local Resources
 State of Connecticut Coronavirus Information Page https://portal.ct.gov/Coronavirus
 Uncas Health District https://uncashd.org/
 Yale New Haven Health Coronavirus Information / Hotline Page https://www.ynhhs.org/patient-care/urgent-care/flu-or-coronavirus

Other Resources
World Health Organization – COVID-19 Symptoms https://www.lisbonct.com/sites/lisbonct/files/uploads/covid19symptoms.pdf

CT Department of Public Health – Pandemic Preparedness https://www.lisbonct.com/sites/lisbonct/files/uploads/preparecovid19.pdf

Hartford Healthcare – COVID-19 Clinical Command Center 24-hour Hotline – 860-372-8100 or toll free 833-621-0600

Yale New Haven Health – Covid-19 Call Center Hotline Monday – Friday, 7am – 7pm. – 203-688-1700 or toll free 833-484-1200
State of Connecticut is launching an information hotline for questions from the public about the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19). People who have questions can call 2-1-1 or txt “CTCOVID” to 898211.

CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Lisbon

The Lisbon Senior Center is closed to the public (but we are here) effective March 19, 2020 until further notice.  We will continue to deliver meals on wheels and will be serving curbside limited daily lunches.  Call the Senior Center prior to 11:00 am to reserve a lunch.  Senior transportation will be limited to essential medical appointments only.

Please call the Senior Center with any questions: 860-376-2329.

Meals on Wheels

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Lisbon

If you are in need of Meals on Wheels you can get set up by calling 860-934-1006