5 ways to prepare your home and family for coronavirus

Plan for senior care in the event of a coronavirus outbreak

5. Make a plan for your kids and older loved ones

When a local outbreak happens, there’s a good chance schools and daycare centers could close, so have a childcare contingency plan in place. You’ll also want to have a plan in place in case an older loved one gets sick. The virus is more dangerous to older adults, and in some cases, your older relatives might not live nearby. Create a plan for providing quick care to your loved ones in the case that you can’t get there quickly. You’ll probably want to talk to friends and neighbors who can help in case that happens.

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Jenny Smiechowski

By Jenny Smiechowski

Jenny Smiechowski is a Chicago-based freelance writer who specializes in health, nutrition and the environment. Her work has appeared in online and print publications like Chicagoland Gardening magazine, Organic Lifestyle Magazine, BetterLife Magazine, TheFix.com, Hybridcars.com and Seedstock.com.

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