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KENT county COVID-19
Church RESOURCES
Helping to keep your church & community safe
This website is a project of the Kent County COVID-19 Church Response Task Force. The Church Response Task Force is a coalition of church leaders from across Kent County that works closely with the Kent County Health Department to help churches serve their communities during this unprecedented health crisis.
The COVID-19 resources on this website have been curated from Kent County, Michigan Health and Human Services, Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization. There are additional ministry resources that have been provided by the Humanitarian Disaster Institute and Church Fuel.
The COVID-19 resources on this website have been curated from Kent County, Michigan Health and Human Services, Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization. There are additional ministry resources that have been provided by the Humanitarian Disaster Institute and Church Fuel.
RELIGIOUS CONGREGATION COVID-19 VACCINE PLEDGE
Background:
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted humanity across the globe. It has been particularly devasting to vulnerable populations that are marginalized and suffer from social inequities and health disparities. As religious congregations, we understand the moral need for religious and social institutions to alleviate suffering and protect our community residents. We believe that faith and reason are always complementary, therefore, religion and science should align to confront this global public health crisis and serve the public good.
We acknowledge that many members of our community are wary of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine because of historic injustice and mistrust of government and healthcare systems. We seek to assuage these fears by endorsing the COVID-19 public health guidelines and strategies established by our local and state departments and Centers for Disease Control and Preventions.
Pledge:
We, therefore, as religious congregations pledge to support the work of our local public health systems by working to ensure that all residents have access to the COVID-19 vaccine. We also pledge to use our various resources and social influence to:
We believe this pledge will help ensure public confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine.
Together, we will work to make our communities safe and healthy places where all people are valued and flourish.
Click the box below for the "Pledge Agreement Sign Up Form," and the pledge in document format can be found below.
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically impacted humanity across the globe. It has been particularly devasting to vulnerable populations that are marginalized and suffer from social inequities and health disparities. As religious congregations, we understand the moral need for religious and social institutions to alleviate suffering and protect our community residents. We believe that faith and reason are always complementary, therefore, religion and science should align to confront this global public health crisis and serve the public good.
We acknowledge that many members of our community are wary of receiving the COVID-19 vaccine because of historic injustice and mistrust of government and healthcare systems. We seek to assuage these fears by endorsing the COVID-19 public health guidelines and strategies established by our local and state departments and Centers for Disease Control and Preventions.
Pledge:
We, therefore, as religious congregations pledge to support the work of our local public health systems by working to ensure that all residents have access to the COVID-19 vaccine. We also pledge to use our various resources and social influence to:
- Encourage all members of our congregations and members of our community to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Establish volunteer networks to work with our medical providers to ensure that everyone who is eligible and wants to be vaccinated can receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Provide resources and transportation services to ensure that vulnerable members of our community can safely access existing vaccination locations.
- Lead by example by ensuring that our congregational leaders personally receive the COVID-19 vaccine and publicly encourage others to do likewise.
We believe this pledge will help ensure public confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine.
Together, we will work to make our communities safe and healthy places where all people are valued and flourish.
Click the box below for the "Pledge Agreement Sign Up Form," and the pledge in document format can be found below.
| Religious Congregation COVID-19 Vaccine Pledge (.docx) |
| Congregaciones Religiosas Compromiso de vacunación contra COVID-19 (.docx) |
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RESOURCES
Gov't COVID-19 Task Force on Racial Disparities:
From KCHD’s Race, Equity and Inclusion Meeting
Gov't COVID-19 Task Force on Racial Disparities:
From KCHD’s Race, Equity and Inclusion Meeting
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RESOURCES
COVID-19 WELLNESS CHECK SCRIPT:
COVID-19 WELLNESS CHECK SCRIPT:
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| Control de Bienestar |
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LIVE STREAM
NAACPGR Presents COVID UN-COVERED: Thursday, February 11 @ 6pm via Facebook Live. Led by Cle Jackson, Teresa Branson, and Mike Fortman. Click the link below to tune in. www.facebook.com/naacpgr |
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NEWS RELEASE
U.K. COVID-19 B.1.1.7 Confirmed in Kent County:
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) notified the Kent County Health Department (KCHD) that the COVID-19 variant known as SARS-CoV-2 B.1.1.7 has been confirmed in a Kent County resident.
This variant is concerning because it is associated with increased transmissibility. Compared to the original virus, the B.1.1.7 variant is approximately 50 percent more transmissible, leading to faster spread of the virus and potentially increasing numbers of cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.
See file below for more information.
U.K. COVID-19 B.1.1.7 Confirmed in Kent County:
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) notified the Kent County Health Department (KCHD) that the COVID-19 variant known as SARS-CoV-2 B.1.1.7 has been confirmed in a Kent County resident.
This variant is concerning because it is associated with increased transmissibility. Compared to the original virus, the B.1.1.7 variant is approximately 50 percent more transmissible, leading to faster spread of the virus and potentially increasing numbers of cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.
See file below for more information.
| U.K. COVID-19 B.1.1.7 Confirmed in Kent County |
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NEWS RELEASE
West Michigan Vaccine Clinic Requests Volunteers from the Community:
The West Michigan Vaccine Clinic at DeVos Place, operated by Kent County, Spectrum Health and Mercy Health in collaboration with Vaccinate West Michigan, is seeking community volunteers in non-clinical roles to support the vaccine clinic.
Volunteer survey link: https://kentcounty.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2miTJFQQ6LrhhB4
West Michigan Vaccine Clinic Requests Volunteers from the Community:
The West Michigan Vaccine Clinic at DeVos Place, operated by Kent County, Spectrum Health and Mercy Health in collaboration with Vaccinate West Michigan, is seeking community volunteers in non-clinical roles to support the vaccine clinic.
Volunteer survey link: https://kentcounty.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2miTJFQQ6LrhhB4
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| Stay Connected // 1.26 (updated) |
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| Manténgase Conectado // 1.26 (actualizado) |
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COVID-19 Vaccine Research Results:
Michigan residents were surveyed about their views on the COVID-19 Vaccine. Results were used to develop educational materials. |
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MDHHS COVID-19 Vaccine Website:
https://www.michigan.gov/covidvaccine
https://www.michigan.gov/covidvaccine
- Vaccine Prioritization Guidance - https://www.michigan.gov/documents/coronavirus/MI_COVID-19_Vaccination_Prioritization_Guidance_710349_7.pdf
- Information on how to get a vaccine when it is available to your group/phase - Coronavirus - Vaccine Locations (michigan.gov)
- Answers to Frequently Asked Questions - COVID-19_Vaccine_Public_FAQ_FINAL_710077_7.pdf (michigan.gov)
- Information on upcoming Townhalls; view the January 21st townhall with faith leaders: (17) Facebook
- COVID-19 Vaccine Materials (social media, digital, print, radio and video) - Vaccine | Powered by Box
- Vaccine Print Creative Version 1.pdf | Powered by Box
- Vaccine Print Creative Version 2.pdf | Powered by Box
- Vaccine Print Creative Version 3.pdf | Powered by Box
- Vaccine Print Spanish.pdf | Powered by Box
- Vaccine Print Arabic.pdf | Powered by Box
- Vaccine Print Korean.jpg | Powered by Box
MDHHS – Vaccine YouTube Videos:
- Familiar Path - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX2E2iJJLyM
- Thresholds - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX2E2iJJLyM
- Dose of hope - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vruANXR1uvs
Op-Eds:
COVID-19 CheckUp -- Questionaire & Personalized Report (Especially for ages 60+)
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Aging & Adult Services Agency, in partnership with BellAge, Inc. and support from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, has announced the launch of CV19 CheckUp in Michigan. CV19 CheckUp assesses each person’s unique situation and presents options to help reduce risk and enhance quality of life. We encourage all Michiganders, especially those 60 and over, to visit michigan.cv19checkup.org receive a free, personal assessment. Please help us promote this tool to your networks.
The anonymous questionnaire will take 5-10 minutes to complete on a computer, smartphone or tablet. CV19 CheckUp immediately delivers the user a personalized report, answering questions such as:
Michiganders age 60 and over represent 89 percent of confirmed COVID-19 deaths. The individualized approach that defines CV19 CheckUp will deliver much needed support to the more than 2.4 million Michiganders age 60 and older, as well as those with underlying health conditions and/or compromised immune systems.
Please contact BellAge at info@bellage.org with questions.
The anonymous questionnaire will take 5-10 minutes to complete on a computer, smartphone or tablet. CV19 CheckUp immediately delivers the user a personalized report, answering questions such as:
- How likely am I to get COVID-19 or spread it to others?
- If I get COVID-19, how severe would it likely be?
- Where can I find help to ensure my needs are met during the pandemic?
Michiganders age 60 and over represent 89 percent of confirmed COVID-19 deaths. The individualized approach that defines CV19 CheckUp will deliver much needed support to the more than 2.4 million Michiganders age 60 and older, as well as those with underlying health conditions and/or compromised immune systems.
Please contact BellAge at info@bellage.org with questions.
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Kent County Spectrum Health & Mercy Health in Collaboration With Vaccinate West Michigan Launch Large-Scale Vaccine Site in Downtown Grand Rapids:
https://newsroom.spectrumhealth.org/kent-county-spectrum-health-and-mercy-health-in-collaboration-with-vaccinate-west-michigan-launch-large-scale-vaccine-site-in-downtown-grand-rapids/ |
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Spread Hope Coalition Newsletter:
https://mailchi.mp/549b9092184f/test-spread-hope-coalition-newsletter-4727202?e=6cbd1da22d
https://mailchi.mp/549b9092184f/test-spread-hope-coalition-newsletter-4727202?e=6cbd1da22d
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| Registration for Additional Select Phases of COVID-19 Vaccinations Opens Today |
| Hoy abren las inscripciones para fases selectas adicionales de vacunación contra el COVID-19 |
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12/16 Michigan Department of
Health & Human Services (MDHHS) Updates
MDHHS "Hope is on the Horizon":
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Hope-is-on-the-Horizon---Vaccinate-West-MI.html?soid=1131369118196&aid=1qaqsiZ0DZw
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Hope-is-on-the-Horizon---Vaccinate-West-MI.html?soid=1131369118196&aid=1qaqsiZ0DZw
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COVID-19 Church Task Force Press Release
| COVID-19 Church Task Force Press Release // November 17 |
November 20: KCHD Public Health Warning & News Release
The Kent County Health Department (KCHD) has issued a public health warning and strong guidelines aimed at curbing our high positivity rate. As a reminder, these are recommendations and not mandates or local public health orders.
| KCHD News Release // Nov 20 |
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November 15: COVID-19 MDHHS Epidemic Order
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Epidemic Order Released on November 15:
https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/0,9753,7-406-98163-545138--,00.html
https://www.michigan.gov/coronavirus/0,9753,7-406-98163-545138--,00.html
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Dear Kent County Leaders,
The Kent County Health Department has updated its COVID-19 multi-language educational materials including flyers for community testing. These materials can be accessed here.
Additionally, several multi-language videos have been produced on how to limit your exposure to COVID-19, symptoms, testing criteria, and more. These videos can be found here.
Please share these materials with your networks and remember to check back frequently as items continue to be updated. As always, please visit our website or follow us on Facebook for the most up-to-date COVID-19 information.
The Kent County Health Department has updated its COVID-19 multi-language educational materials including flyers for community testing. These materials can be accessed here.
Additionally, several multi-language videos have been produced on how to limit your exposure to COVID-19, symptoms, testing criteria, and more. These videos can be found here.
Please share these materials with your networks and remember to check back frequently as items continue to be updated. As always, please visit our website or follow us on Facebook for the most up-to-date COVID-19 information.
Most Recent Resources
COVID-19 Testing Sites:
https://www.accesskent.com/Health/covid-19-testing.htm
https://www.accesskent.com/Health/covid-19-testing.htm
School Teacher and Administrator's COVID-19 Toolkit: https://www.accesskent.com/Health/CommDisease/school_daycare.htm
Faith & Mental Health Virtual Series: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDHHS/bulletins/29893b7
Faith & Mental Health Virtual Series: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MIDHHS/bulletins/29893b7
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Join us every Wednesday at 1:00 pm for a conference call with the Kent County Health Department to discuss issues related to church and community safety.
Resources
The Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force is a collaboration between the Urban Church Leadership Center and the Kent County Health Department.