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Given that senior citizens in our town are amongst our most vulnerable citizens, the following resources and/or services are listed to help them meet basic needs while following current guidelines from federal, state and county sources to minimize potential exposure to the COVID-19 virus.

 

This is by no means an all-inclusive list. The services and assistances offered by private organizations, businesses, governmental agencies and even individuals are growing daily. Many can be found on local social media outlets, news organizations and governmental agencies.

 

A list of community resources is available for those impacted by COVID-19 at darenc.com/covidresources. The list includes information on assistance programs from utility providers, small business loans, food resources and hotlines for seniors feeling isolated and lonely. Frequently asked questions are being updated regularly at  darenc.com/covidfaq

 

Food Lion (Southern Shores)

you can order online and then pickup in an outside, designated area

 

Harris Teeter (KDH)

order online and then pickup

 

Publix (KDH)

order online and they deliver

 

CVS Pharmacy (KDH)

order prescription drugs and they’ll mail them to you within 1-2 days

 

Bear Drugs (Kitty Hawk)

Delivers prescription drugs

 

Sunshine Family Pharmacy (Duck)

 

Additionally, Dare County Social Services has provisions for delivering prescription medications and other services that could be utilized by ‘homebound’ residents

 

Wal-Mart and Home Depot have provisions for ordering goods online and then delivering them via FedEx or UPS.

 

Many businesses, especially the grocery stores, have designated senior citizen hours.

 

The Outer Banks Voice (www.outerbanksvoice.com) and OBX Today (Facebook page) list restaurants that offer takeout or delivery services. The Outer Banks Voice also has articles that list other businesses that are open and/or have adjusted their hours to accommodate senior citizens exclusively. Other online news and social media sites also list services to assist our most vulnerable citizens, as well as others who wish to minimize risks associated with the Covid-19 virus.

 

The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce has started a Grocery Bag Challenge where they are seeking $30 donations which will be used to purchase a bagful of grocery staples for those who have been impacted in the Hospitality and Restaurant industries.

 

The Interfaith Community Organization is a local nonprofit dedicated to providing financial assistance to those facing a temporary emergency.

 

Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF) and the nonprofits they work with can assist with nutritional assistance, financial assistance, child care and getting children online so they can participate in remote learning.

 

 

Mayor’s letter

Town March 16, 2020 CORONAVIRUS DECLARATION OF STATE OF EMERGENCY

3-24-2020 Town Operations and Meetings

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Police Response Community Notification Directive

2020 Census Gets Underway in March

Households will be mailed invitations to respond to the census questionnaire online, by phone, or by mail.

Post Date: 03/06/2020 10:52 AM

Starting March 12, Dare County households will begin receiving invitations from the U.S. Census Bureau with information on how to respond to the census online. Some households may also receive a paper questionnaire.

Every 10 years, the federal government must count each and every person living in the United States. Making sure you and your family are counted is one of the most powerful things you can do to support your community and shape the future for your neighbors. There are many ways census results affect your daily life: healthcare, education, childcare, emergency services, bridges and roadways, and other public services and programs.

For those that need access to a computer to respond to the census online, Dare County is providing 11 locations where computers will be available for public use.

Dare County libraries will have computers available throughout the entire census response period during their normal hours of operation.

• Kill Devil Hills Library 
• Manteo Library
• Hatteras Library

From March 30-April 3, the following locations will have a computer available during their normal business hours:

• Duck Town Hall (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• Southern Shores Town Hall (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• Thomas A. Baum Senior Center (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• Nags Head Town Hall (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• Dare County Center (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• Dare County Social Services Manteo Campus (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• Frisco Planning Department Office (8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.)

These locations and public devices will not be staffed by an employee or representative of the Census Bureau. Staff may be available on-site to direct you to the online questionnaire; however, no one will be able to complete or fill out the questionnaire for you.

If you have trouble completing the census online, you may respond by phone or by paper form via mail. Beginning May 1, an official Census Bureau employee will visit your home if you have not responded. More information on ways to respond can be found on the U.S. Census Bureau website here: Ways to Respond.

Make the pledge now to count everyone living in your household (even babies) for the 2020 Census. To learn more about the census and why it’s important for Dare County, visit www.DareNC.com/census.

Stay Prepared & Informed Regarding Coronavirus

The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services wants to remind the public to stay prepared and informed regarding the Coronavirus.

Post Date: 03/05/2020 2:23 PM

The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services wants to remind the public to stay prepared and informed regarding the Coronavirus. “At this time, the risk to the general public in North Carolina is low, and there are no individuals with Coronavirus in Dare County,” commented Dr. Sheila Davies, Dare County Health & Human Services’ Director. “It is important for everyone to stay calm and know where to get accurate information about the Coronavirus.” 

Stay prepared by getting the latest information on Coronavirus directly from reliable sources. The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services recommends that you be thoughtful about what you read or hear about the virus and make sure you are separating rumor from fact before you act. 

To assure accurate and reliable information is available, North Carolina Public Health has set up a call line where the public can direct any questions related to the Coronavirus, that number is 1.866.462.3821. 

Reliable information can also be obtained from the following sources:

www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus 

www.cdc.gov/coronavirus

www.who.int/coronavirus 

www.darenc.com/coronavirus

“The Dare County Department of Health & Human Services is working hard to keep all in Dare County informed and safe,” commented Davies. “The department is in daily communication with state and community partners. While the situation is constantly evolving, we are confident in our preparedness plans and will continue to adjust them as the situation changes.”

Davies encourages everyone to take everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, such as Coronavirus, including:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) recommendations for using a facemask. CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including Coronavirus. Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of Coronavirus to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a healthcare facility).
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.

Coronavirus symptoms can be similar to the flu, and include coughing, fever and difficulty breathing. Most people who become sick with Coronavirus will recover on their own. Symptoms are typically mild to moderate, but there have been individuals with severe symptoms and death due to the virus. 

While there is no specific treatment for Coronavirus, there are some things you can do to relieve symptoms, including:

• Taking pain and fever-reducing medications (caution: do not give aspirin to children).
• Using a humidifier or taking a hot shower to ease a sore throat and cough.
• Drinking plenty of liquids and stay home and rest. 

If your symptoms require medical care, please call your healthcare provider’s office prior to seeking care. Call ahead and tell them about your recent travel and/or exposure to sick individuals, and symptoms.

For more information on the Coronavirus, please visit one of the resources listed in this release or our website www.darenc.com/coronavirus. 

 

The Town of Southern Shores hereby gives notice that a portion of E. Dogwood Trail between Duck Rd/NC Highway 12 and Ocean Boulevard will be closed to thru traffic beginning immediately.  There will be no access to Town beach parking in this area.  Property owners in this area will have access to their homes at all times.  This closure is in place for the E. Dogwood Trail Reconstruction Project with a completion date of May 1, 2020.