Please be mindful that information may change rapidly, even by the hour.
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Public Health Update
- Broomfield
- 200 cases (+3)
- 17 deaths (no change)
- 1,288 tested (+56)
- The CDPHE website updates cases daily at 4 p.m. To ensure rapid response to new cases, Broomfield staff monitors the reporting systems throughout the day, so occasionally Broomfield numbers may differ from CDPHE.
- View more data on Broomfield’s COVID-19 Data Dashboard.
- Colorado
- 19,703 cases (+328)
- 3,631 hospitalized (+8)
- 60 counties (+1)
- 104,077 tested (+3,467)
- 971 deaths (+4)
- 190 outbreaks (+2)
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Frequently Asked Questions:
- When you say ‘physical distancing’ requirements, what does that mean?
- Keeping 6 feet of physical distance between all people at all times. The 6-foot rule does not apply to people who live in the same house as you (your roommates and family.) But if you, your family, or your roommate(s) get sick, you or they must isolate.
- Washing hands as often as you can. Wash with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Covering coughs and sneezes. Use a tissue, then throw the tissue away. Use your sleeve or inner elbow if a tissue is not available.
- Regularly cleaning high-touch surfaces.
- Not shaking hands.
- Wear a mask or face covering.
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Upcoming Events:
The Board of Health will convene on Tuesday, May 12 and will discuss a
resolution
strongly advising the use of masks or face coverings by members of the public in the City and County of Broomfield. The meeting will be at 6 p.m. and available
online
and Comcast Channel 8. Public participation via telephone will open at approximately 6 p.m. by calling 855.695.3744 and pressing star 3 (*3) to be placed in the queue. Written comments are requested to be sent in advance, to
council@broomfieldcitycouncil.org
.
Read the agenda
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- Broomfield Sing A Long: Sing along with your neighbors and lift your spirits! The community will sing “Sweet Caroline” at 7:55 p.m. before the 8 p.m. howl for healthcare workers, Thursday night at the end of the Telephone Town Hall. View lyrics and sing-a-long live on YouTube at Youtube.com/c/TheBroomfieldChannel/live
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City Updates
- Tree Branch Recycling resumes normal hours starting May 16. View details.
- Dan Michalec, a COVID-19 patient at UCHealth Broomfield Hospital, was released Sunday morning after spending over two months in the hospital. Read the story on FOX31.
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State / Federal Updates
- Governor Jared Polis, the Colorado Department of Education, and the Colorado Education Initiative are partnering with Rocky Mountain Public Media (RMPBS, KUVO JAZZ, The DROP) to provide K-3 learners and their families and caregivers with direct-to-home remote literacy learning though “Colorado Classroom - Read With Me at Home” starting May 18. Access to the lesson plans and student work packets available at rmpbs.org/ColoradoClassroom or by calling 800.274.6666.
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Check out these peaceful and inspiring photos from community member
@TallShannon
on Instagram!
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Rocky Mountain Rattlers Lacrosse Club
knows how to keep community strong, even during physical distancing! Last week they posted “Teammate Tuesday! Make sure to reach out to a teammate and let them know you are thinking about them today.” Can you reach out to a teammate or community member tomorrow and let them know you are thinking about them?
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Safer at Home Activity
Learn a new job or personal skill with
Gale Courses
. Gale is free to access with your Broomfield Library card and offers classes on topics such Accounting, Law, Photography, and more. View more activities for staying active and entertained during city facility closures at
Broomfield.org/COVID
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How to get help
- For Seniors:
- Sign up for weekly check-in calls or find more resources for seniors by calling 303.464.5526.
- Delivery Prescriptions Available for those 60+: Visit BroomfieldSeniors.com or calling Broomfield Senior Services at 303.464.5526.
- Community Reach Center has introduced the Senior Reach program. This community program identifies older adults who may need in-home emotional or physical support and/or connection to community services.
- For All Residents:
- Access services from Broomfield FISH including food pick up. These services are for anyone struggling financially due to COVID-19. View the April and May food distribution hours here.
- Apply now for the Bridge-The-Gap program which provides housing payment assistance to Broomfield residents that have lost wages due to the impact of COVID-19. See eligibility criteria, learn more and apply online at Broomfield.org/BridgeTheGap.
- 2-1-1 Is now set up to offer COVID-19 specific services and resources available across the state. Visit 211colorado.org/covid-19, dial 2-1-1 or 866.720.6489, text 898.211* or chat live with a representative through the website.
- Visit the Resources page on BroomfieldHealth.org for a constantly updated list of resources, support and information.
- Read Colorado Tenant’s Guide to COVID-19.
- Use NextDoor’s Neighborhood Help Map to find neighbors in your area that are able to help in a variety of ways, such as phone check-ins, pet care and more. Follow all safety guidelines and requirements while getting help or providing help to neighbors.
- Need a mask? Apply to get a fabric mask, donated by the community or made by inventHQ.
- For Businesses:
- Visit Broomfield.org/COVIDEconomicSupport for information and links to help businesses and employees sustain through this downturn and support the rebuilding of the local economy.
- For Employers: Updated information about resources for businesses in Broomfield.
- For Employees: A direct link to file for the expanded Unemployment Insurance programs and benefits and information on other programs, such as Bridging the Gap.
- For Residents to Support Businesses: Information about local businesses serving the community, with adjusted service and hours.
- Businesses can apply for the Enhance Broomfield program, which offers a one-time grant of up to $7,500 which can be used for some operating expenses. This program has received a large number of applications, and funds are limited. The application is also a good step forward in filling out an application for other potential business support programs, such as a U.S. SBA loan (PPP or EDIL programs) or your bank’s working capital loans.
- Support Resources for Colorado Businesses During COVID-19 is a resource site hosted by the Colorado Office of Economic Development.
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How you can help
- Donate Blood: There is an urgent need for blood donations. Visit Vitalant.org or call 303.363.2300 for scheduling or questions.
- Donate Money:
- Donate to the Disaster Relief fund through the Broomfield Community Foundation.
- Do you have unspent lunch funds in your student's account? You can donate these funds directly to the emergency food program that supports BVSD families in need through The School Food Project. It's as simple as filling out three questions on this form.
- Donate Food: FISH is asking the community to help donate the following most needed items: peanut butter, oatmeal, canned meat, mac & cheese, and spaghettios.
- Donate Items:
- A Precious Child is accepting cleaning supplies and hygiene items listed on their Amazon wishlists. They are also taking walk-in donations on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday's of children's clothing, diapers and hygiene items.
- inventHQ is looking for materials to continue making masks for the community. The following items can be dropped off, in a sealed ziptop bag, at the Library Book Drop:
- Washed 100% cotton or linen fabric, (no smaller than 1/4 yard, please)
- Interfacing (Light to medium weight, non-woven, fusible or sew-in)
- Elastic (¾” wide or less)
- Bias tape
- Questions? Email inventhq@broomfield.org or call 303.460.6836.
- Volunteer:
- URGENT: Help Expand COVID-19 Testing in Broomfield. If you are a medical professional (retired or active), or know someone who is, please send an email with your information to broomfieldvoad@gmail.com.
- There is also a substantial need for volunteers now at A Precious Child. The Broomfield VOAD is encouraging healthy volunteers to assist A Precious Child and FISH at their facilities. Sign-up to volunteer at A Precious Child. Sign-up to volunteer at FISH.
- Are you a medical professional? Sign up to volunteer.
- Governor Jared Polis created the Colorado Covid-19 Innovation Response Team to introduce telehealth/telemedicine service supporting approximately 800,000 uninsured and under-served Coloradans. Help the team provide health services while reducing strain on healthcare facilities, leaving hospital beds open to the most severely ill.
- Use NextDoor’s Neighborhood Help Map to list things you are able and willing to do for neighbors in your area, such as phone check-ins, pet care and more. Follow all safety guidelines and requirements while helping or providing help to neighbors.
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Reliable, Updated Information
Help slow the spread of misinformation by relying on and sharing credible information from Broomfield Public Health, Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and the Federal Center for Disease Control:
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Show how you are supporting your community and doing your part
Using #WeAreBroomfield, #DoingMyPartCO
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