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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.
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RELIGIOUS CONGREGATION COVID-19 VACCINE PLEDGE
Click the box below for more information regarding the pledge.
COVID-19 Volunteer Registration
Volunteers In Service (VIS) has partnered with us as our coordination lead partner.
To sign up as a volunteer, please click the box below to go to their website.
To sign up as a volunteer, please click the box below to go to their website.
6.10
JUNE 2021 DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION (DEI) PULSE NEWSLETTER
Kent County:
Please click the box below to access Kent County's Newsletter regarding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Pulse.
Kent County:
Please click the box below to access Kent County's Newsletter regarding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Pulse.
6.9
COVID-19 VACCINE DATA REVIEW @ 6/8
Kent County Health Department COVID Dashboard:
Please check the file below for an updated COVID-19 Vaccine Data Review from KCHD's COVID Dashboard as of June 8.
Kent County Health Department COVID Dashboard:
Please check the file below for an updated COVID-19 Vaccine Data Review from KCHD's COVID Dashboard as of June 8.
6.7
COVID EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE (CERA)
Coalition to End Homelessness:
If you fell behind on rent or utilities during the pandemic and need help, you could qualify for the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) program. Through the MSHDA and local nonprofits, CERA provides rental and utility assistance for eligible renters who complete an application online. For more information and a list of requirements, visit KentRentHelp.org.
Please check the flyers below for more information.
Coalition to End Homelessness:
If you fell behind on rent or utilities during the pandemic and need help, you could qualify for the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) program. Through the MSHDA and local nonprofits, CERA provides rental and utility assistance for eligible renters who complete an application online. For more information and a list of requirements, visit KentRentHelp.org.
Please check the flyers below for more information.
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6.3
COVID-19 VACCINE PARTNER CLINIC
KCHD Vaccinate West Michigan:
Please check the flyers below for registration at our partner clinics at LifeQuest Ministries & Garfield Park Community Gym. Available in both English and Spanish.
KCHD Vaccinate West Michigan:
Please check the flyers below for registration at our partner clinics at LifeQuest Ministries & Garfield Park Community Gym. Available in both English and Spanish.
LifeQuest Ministries
Garfield Park Community Gym
6.2
2021 SUMMER HEALTH CAMP FLIERS
Calvin University Dept of Nursing:
Calvin University’s Nursing Department is again hosting their H.E.A.L.T.H. Camp for girls 9-15 years old. They are currently recruiting participants for the no-cost camp. There are two sessions based on age that will run from June 14-25, 2021. This is the schedule:
Week 1 camp - June 14-18 (9-11 years old girls)
Week 2 camp - June 21-25 (12-15 years old girls)
Please check the flyers below for registration. Available in both English and Spanish.
Calvin University Dept of Nursing:
Calvin University’s Nursing Department is again hosting their H.E.A.L.T.H. Camp for girls 9-15 years old. They are currently recruiting participants for the no-cost camp. There are two sessions based on age that will run from June 14-25, 2021. This is the schedule:
Week 1 camp - June 14-18 (9-11 years old girls)
Week 2 camp - June 21-25 (12-15 years old girls)
Please check the flyers below for registration. Available in both English and Spanish.
6.1
RECENT NEWS
Kent County Health Department:
Please check the documents below for updates.
Kent County Health Department:
Please check the documents below for updates.
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5.27
MICHIGAN COMMUNITIES CONQUERING COVID-19
MI-CEAL from University of Michigan:
MI-CEAL is inviting African-American/Black and Hispanic/Latinx residents of Kent County to participate in a focus group research study. The goal of the study team is to understand community experiences and opinions related to COVID-19, as communities of color have been more deeply affected by the pandemic. A focus group takes 1.5 hours and is done remotely by video or phone call, using Zoom. Each participant will receive a $50 gift card as a thank you for their time and participation.
Kent County Focus Group Times and Schedule:
Hispanic/Latinx Focus Group: Thursday, June 3, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (will be in Spanish)
Key Informant Focus Group:* Thursday, June 10, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (in English)
Focus Group for 18-29 year-olds:** Tuesday, June 15, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (in English)
African-American/Black Focus Group: Thursday, June 17, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (in English)
Interested persons may call or email the study team directly. Or, with their permission, their names and contact information may be sent to the below email so that the study team can contact them.
Call 734-647-0699 or c3covid19@med.umich.edu
Before participating in a focus group, interested persons must be in contact with a study team member to receive detailed information and to join a focus group.
*Key Informant Definition: Individuals familiar with and can broadly speak to the experiences and challenges of their local community (e.g., community advocates, community leaders, community health workers, community organization staff, and so on). With their permission, please email c3covid19@med.umich.edu with the name and contact information of key informant(s), along with a note that identifies them as key informant(s), so that they can be placed in the correct focus group.
**18-29 y.o. Definition: Residents age 18-29 who identify as African American / Black or Hispanic / Latinx (participants could identify with either race/ethnicity, but should be in this younger age group)
Click the boxes below for more details.
MI-CEAL from University of Michigan:
MI-CEAL is inviting African-American/Black and Hispanic/Latinx residents of Kent County to participate in a focus group research study. The goal of the study team is to understand community experiences and opinions related to COVID-19, as communities of color have been more deeply affected by the pandemic. A focus group takes 1.5 hours and is done remotely by video or phone call, using Zoom. Each participant will receive a $50 gift card as a thank you for their time and participation.
Kent County Focus Group Times and Schedule:
Hispanic/Latinx Focus Group: Thursday, June 3, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (will be in Spanish)
Key Informant Focus Group:* Thursday, June 10, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (in English)
Focus Group for 18-29 year-olds:** Tuesday, June 15, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (in English)
African-American/Black Focus Group: Thursday, June 17, 6:00 - 7:30 pm (in English)
Interested persons may call or email the study team directly. Or, with their permission, their names and contact information may be sent to the below email so that the study team can contact them.
Call 734-647-0699 or c3covid19@med.umich.edu
Before participating in a focus group, interested persons must be in contact with a study team member to receive detailed information and to join a focus group.
*Key Informant Definition: Individuals familiar with and can broadly speak to the experiences and challenges of their local community (e.g., community advocates, community leaders, community health workers, community organization staff, and so on). With their permission, please email c3covid19@med.umich.edu with the name and contact information of key informant(s), along with a note that identifies them as key informant(s), so that they can be placed in the correct focus group.
**18-29 y.o. Definition: Residents age 18-29 who identify as African American / Black or Hispanic / Latinx (participants could identify with either race/ethnicity, but should be in this younger age group)
Click the boxes below for more details.
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5.20
COVID-19 NEWS FOR SCHOOLS
Vaccinate West Michigan:
- Pfizer Vaccines Available for anyone 12 and Up
- School COVID-19 Quarantine Update
- Updated MDHHS Interim Guidance for Athletics
- Conversations and Events
- Revised Mask Requirements!
- Good News For Fully Vaccinated
Click the boxes below for more details.
Vaccinate West Michigan:
- Pfizer Vaccines Available for anyone 12 and Up
- School COVID-19 Quarantine Update
- Updated MDHHS Interim Guidance for Athletics
- Conversations and Events
- Revised Mask Requirements!
- Good News For Fully Vaccinated
Click the boxes below for more details.
5.13
MDHHS PFIZER VACCINE FOR AGES 12-15
Emergency Management & Homeland Security Division State Emergency Operations Center:
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is recommending that providers begin vaccinating adolescents 12 to 15 years of age following a vote by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices supporting that recommendation. It is also recommended that the COVID vaccine can now be administered at the same time, or on the same day, as other vaccines in both children and adults.
Click the box below for more details.
Emergency Management & Homeland Security Division State Emergency Operations Center:
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is recommending that providers begin vaccinating adolescents 12 to 15 years of age following a vote by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices supporting that recommendation. It is also recommended that the COVID vaccine can now be administered at the same time, or on the same day, as other vaccines in both children and adults.
Click the box below for more details.
5.7
AVAILABLE COVID-19 VACCINE APPOINTMENT SITES
Kent Country Health Department:
We have appointments available for COVID-19 Vaccine at the following KCHD community sites:
1) Direct Scheduling link: http://bit.ly/kentccvp
2) Call 211 (direct scheduling)
3) The Hispanic Center of Western Michigan direct scheduling: 616-206-3150
Click the box below to see more details.
Kent Country Health Department:
We have appointments available for COVID-19 Vaccine at the following KCHD community sites:
- Monday, May 10 // 9am-4pm: Kent County Health Department South Clinic
- Wednesday, May 12 // 8am-4pm: Hispanic Center of Western Michigan
- Thursday, May 13 // 3pm-7pm: Godfrey lee Early Childhood Education Center
- Saturday, May 15 // 9am-1pm: Kent County Health Department Fuller Clinic
1) Direct Scheduling link: http://bit.ly/kentccvp
2) Call 211 (direct scheduling)
3) The Hispanic Center of Western Michigan direct scheduling: 616-206-3150
Click the box below to see more details.
5.5
CLERGY ACCESS TO NON-COVID PATIENTS
Spectrum Hospitals:
Spectrum Health Hospitals are now offering the opportunity for clergy to have access to non-COVID positive church members who are patients in the hospital. Call 616-391-5672 to receive access.
*Please note: Access does not include access to nursing homes and visitor health screenings and protocols are to be followed.
Spectrum Hospitals:
Spectrum Health Hospitals are now offering the opportunity for clergy to have access to non-COVID positive church members who are patients in the hospital. Call 616-391-5672 to receive access.
*Please note: Access does not include access to nursing homes and visitor health screenings and protocols are to be followed.
5.3
GOVERNOR WHITMER ANNOUNCES MI'S PATH OUT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Click the box below to see MI VACC TO NORMAL STAKEHOLDER TALKING POINTS.
Click the box below to see MI VACC TO NORMAL STAKEHOLDER TALKING POINTS.
4.21
HELP TO PAY FUNERAL COSTS FOR COVID-19 RELATED DEATHS
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Advisory:
FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.
Click the box below to see the attached COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Flyer.
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) Advisory:
FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.
Click the box below to see the attached COVID-19 Funeral Assistance Flyer.
4.14
4.13
J&J VACCINE UPDATE
CDC Health Alert Network:
"Cases of Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia after Receipt of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine"
Click the box below for more details.
CDC Health Alert Network:
"Cases of Cerebral Venous Sinus Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia after Receipt of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine"
Click the box below for more details.
4.9
INFO RELEASE
COVID-19 Community Corps:
COVID-19 Community Corps has released the "We Can Do This" toolkit. It includes FAQs on vaccines and tips for communicating across audiences.
Click the box below to access the toolkit.
COVID-19 Community Corps:
COVID-19 Community Corps has released the "We Can Do This" toolkit. It includes FAQs on vaccines and tips for communicating across audiences.
Click the box below to access the toolkit.
VACCINATION UPDATE
Kent County Health Department:
Click the box below to see the latest COVID-19 Vaccination Update provided by KCHD.
Kent County Health Department:
Click the box below to see the latest COVID-19 Vaccination Update provided by KCHD.
3.31
INFO RELEASE
FEMA Assistance:
In early April 2021, FEMA will begin providing financial assistance for funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020 for deaths related to coronavirus (COVID-19) to help ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the pandemic. The policy was finalized, and FEMA is now moving rapidly to implement this funeral assistance program nationwide.
FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance: https://www.fema.gov/disasters/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance
FEMA Assistance:
In early April 2021, FEMA will begin providing financial assistance for funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020 for deaths related to coronavirus (COVID-19) to help ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the pandemic. The policy was finalized, and FEMA is now moving rapidly to implement this funeral assistance program nationwide.
FEMA COVID-19 Funeral Assistance: https://www.fema.gov/disasters/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance
3.26
EVENT
"A Shot of Love" COVID-19 Vaccine Rally & Registration Drive:
Saturday, March 27 @ 1:00pm-3:00pm
Iglesia Vida Plena Church Parking Lot
3450 Michael Avenue SW, Wyoming, MI
The Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force will host its second COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Drive this Saturday, March 27th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Iglesia Vida Plena Church located at 3450 Michael Avenue SW, Wyoming. Faith leaders from across Kent County are stepping up to ensure that residents in high priority zip codes based on COVID-19 incidents and other socially vulnerable index factors are registered to receive the vaccine.
This Registration Drive is the part of 10 sites across Kent County where volunteers will help ensure that the most vulnerable members of our community are vaccinated. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY BEEN VACCINATED PLEASE COME OUT AND JOIN US.
[PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ATTENDEES MUST FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OF OUR MEDICAL SAFETY TEAM AND ADHERE TO THE SAFETY GUIDELINES OF LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS]
Rev. Khary J. Bridgewater
Coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Joe Jones
Co-coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Julian Guzman
Co-coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Nathaniel Moody
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Miguel Toro
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Jeff Manion
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
"A Shot of Love" COVID-19 Vaccine Rally & Registration Drive:
Saturday, March 27 @ 1:00pm-3:00pm
Iglesia Vida Plena Church Parking Lot
3450 Michael Avenue SW, Wyoming, MI
The Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force will host its second COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Drive this Saturday, March 27th from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Iglesia Vida Plena Church located at 3450 Michael Avenue SW, Wyoming. Faith leaders from across Kent County are stepping up to ensure that residents in high priority zip codes based on COVID-19 incidents and other socially vulnerable index factors are registered to receive the vaccine.
This Registration Drive is the part of 10 sites across Kent County where volunteers will help ensure that the most vulnerable members of our community are vaccinated. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY BEEN VACCINATED PLEASE COME OUT AND JOIN US.
[PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ATTENDEES MUST FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OF OUR MEDICAL SAFETY TEAM AND ADHERE TO THE SAFETY GUIDELINES OF LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS]
Rev. Khary J. Bridgewater
Coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Joe Jones
Co-coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Julian Guzman
Co-coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Nathaniel Moody
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Miguel Toro
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Jeff Manion
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
3.22
EVENT
"A Shot of Love" COVID-19 Vaccine Rally & Registration Drive:
Tuesday, March 23 @ 3:30pm-6:00pm
Pilgrim Rest Church Parking Lot
510 Franklin Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI
CONTACTS
Khary Bridgewater: 616-252-9504, kharyb@urbanchurchcenter.org
Joe Jones: jdjones@grcity.us
Description
The Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force will host a COVID-19 Vaccine Rally and Registration Drive this Tuesday, March 23rd from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church located at 510 Franklin Street SE, Grand Rapids. Faith leaders from across Kent County are stepping up to ensure that residents in high priority zip codes, based on COVID-19 incidents and other socially vulnerable index factors, are registered to receive the vaccine.
The rally will begin at 3:30 PM with remarks from Grand Rapids City Commissioner Joe Jones and Kent County Deputy Administrative Health Teresa Branson. At 4:00 PM over 200 volunteers will canvass select census tracts in the 49507 Zip-code going door to door to ensure that every adult resident has the opportunity to register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
This Rally and Registration Drive is the first of 10 drives scheduled across Kent County to help ensure that the most vulnerable members of our community are vaccinated. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY BEEN VACCINATED PLEASE COME OUT AND JOIN US.
[PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ATTENDEES MUST FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OF OUR MEDICAL SAFETY TEAM AND ADHERE TO THE SAFETY GUIDELINES OF LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS]
Special thanks to the staff at LINC Up for helping to coordinate the canvassing. We would also like to thank the Black Impact Collaborative, the Grand Rapids African American Health Institute, the Cherry Street Health Center, and the Grand Rapids chapters of the NAACP and Urban League for their support.
Rev. Khary J. Bridgewater
Coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Joe Jones
Co-coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Julian Guzman
Co-coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Nathaniel Moody
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Miguel Toro
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Jeff Manion
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
"A Shot of Love" COVID-19 Vaccine Rally & Registration Drive:
Tuesday, March 23 @ 3:30pm-6:00pm
Pilgrim Rest Church Parking Lot
510 Franklin Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI
CONTACTS
Khary Bridgewater: 616-252-9504, kharyb@urbanchurchcenter.org
Joe Jones: jdjones@grcity.us
Description
The Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force will host a COVID-19 Vaccine Rally and Registration Drive this Tuesday, March 23rd from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church located at 510 Franklin Street SE, Grand Rapids. Faith leaders from across Kent County are stepping up to ensure that residents in high priority zip codes, based on COVID-19 incidents and other socially vulnerable index factors, are registered to receive the vaccine.
The rally will begin at 3:30 PM with remarks from Grand Rapids City Commissioner Joe Jones and Kent County Deputy Administrative Health Teresa Branson. At 4:00 PM over 200 volunteers will canvass select census tracts in the 49507 Zip-code going door to door to ensure that every adult resident has the opportunity to register to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
This Rally and Registration Drive is the first of 10 drives scheduled across Kent County to help ensure that the most vulnerable members of our community are vaccinated. IF YOU HAVE ALREADY BEEN VACCINATED PLEASE COME OUT AND JOIN US.
[PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL ATTENDEES MUST FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OF OUR MEDICAL SAFETY TEAM AND ADHERE TO THE SAFETY GUIDELINES OF LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL HEALTH DEPARTMENTS]
Special thanks to the staff at LINC Up for helping to coordinate the canvassing. We would also like to thank the Black Impact Collaborative, the Grand Rapids African American Health Institute, the Cherry Street Health Center, and the Grand Rapids chapters of the NAACP and Urban League for their support.
Rev. Khary J. Bridgewater
Coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Joe Jones
Co-coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Julian Guzman
Co-coordinator, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Nathaniel Moody
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Miguel Toro
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
Rev. Jeff Manion
Co-Chair, Kent County COVID-19 Church Task Force
3.10
INFO RELEASE
New Community Clinic Registration Process:
From Vaccinate West Michigan (https://vaccinatewestmi.com/)
Click the box below to see the full document.
New Community Clinic Registration Process:
From Vaccinate West Michigan (https://vaccinatewestmi.com/)
Click the box below to see the full document.
3.9
EVENT
VIRTUAL FAITH BASED HOUSING & RESOURCE FAIR:
Hosted by The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)
Wednesday, March 17 @ 5-6:30pm
Click the box below to see their flyer for more information.
VIRTUAL FAITH BASED HOUSING & RESOURCE FAIR:
Hosted by The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)
Wednesday, March 17 @ 5-6:30pm
Click the box below to see their flyer for more information.
3.5
GUIDELINE UPDATE
COVID-19 Gathering Guidelines for March 5:
From MDHHS
COVID-19 Gathering Guidelines for March 5:
From MDHHS
2.24
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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2.17
RESOURCES
COVID-19 WELLNESS CHECK SCRIPT:
COVID-19 WELLNESS CHECK SCRIPT:
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2.11
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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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2.7
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 |
2.4
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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1.26
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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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1.11
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.