Alexandria, VA – In its nightly email, the city continues to urge residents to stay at home, unless going out is essential. And when out, they stress the importance of maintaining six feet of distance around others.
Resources for Businesses
The city continues to support businesses through this difficult time. Business owners may find the information below helpful.
The Alexandria Economic Development Partnership created a webpage with current information regarding COVID-19 and businesses. It includes a variety of topics, such as disaster assistance and support for affected workers. To learn more, click HERE.
The website Alx at Home offers virtual tours and shopping. Food orders can be placed there. There are over 100 ways to support local businesses. To see them all, click HERE.
The Alexandria Chamber of Commerce has information on the operating status of businesses and more. Click HERE for more information.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website contains important information for businesses. Topics covered include workplace cleaning, and how to handle potential or confirmed COVID-19 cases. To view a list of frequently asked questions, click HERE.
Warning About Substance Abuse
This is a stressful time for many. The risk of abusing alcohol and other substances increases during periods of stress. The Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition of Alexandria wishes to remind residents of the dangers of substance misuse. The group also wants people to remember the importance of healthy stress management strategies. To learn more or seek professional help, click HERE.
Requests for Blood Plasma Donations
If you have fully recovered from COVID-19, you may be able to help current patients! Your blood plasma contains antibodies that can attack the disease. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and other organizations are asking for blood plasma donations. For more information and to fill out an eligibility form, visit the American Red Cross HERE. To donate, click HERE.
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