Message to Providers from the
Maryland Emergency Management Agency
Greetings!

We are sharing a message and resources we received Sunday, March 15 at 3 PM from the Maryland Emergency Management Agency Public Information Office, please share with your colleagues and providers in the region.
Steve Gurney
Founder/Publisher
Positive Aging Sourcebook
1-800-394-9990 ext 2
Cell/Text 703-966-6182
Dear Providers:

Attached please find  a series of 30 second audio and video messages, as well as a 5 minute video, directed at seniors on a variety of topics related to the current novel coronavirus pandemic. These materials were created by the Maryland Department of Health and Maryland Department of Aging to help you communicate with your residents during this difficult time.

Topics include:
  • Use of the dining hall
  • Home sanitation
  • Senior Call Check-in
  • Senior center closings
  • How to keep informed

Possible uses for these materials include:
  • Closed circuit television
  • Lobby screens
  • Social media platforms
  • E-newsletters 

We understand that not all materials will be relevant to every audience. Please use those materials that best suit your needs.

If you have questions about how to use the materials, please contact  [email protected] .
For more information about the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), please visit  health.maryland.gov/coronavirus .

Let's all stay safe and healthy as best we can.

Best regards,

Rona Kramer
Maryland Secretary of Aging 


Attachments:
  1. PSAs https://drive.google.com/open?id=1nugbpWZHd4SBtklSnw38mia35eZqIDBm
  2. Coronavirus FAQs
  3. FAQs for Older Adults

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Sincerely,


MEMA Public Information Officer 
Maryland Emergency Management Agency
5401 Rue Saint Lo Drive
Reisterstown, MD 21136
(410) 517-3600 (O)
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