South Bay Guide for Coronavirus

Information on the Coronavirus in the South Bay are changing it seems minute.  There’s been so many questions and updates in our Facebook groups, we thought it would be good to create a place with all the resources you need.  Please email us if there is something you think we should add that would help our community.

Local Anchor Facebook Group – JOIN HERE 

Important Health & Safety Guidelines

• Washing hands with soap and water.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. If surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection.
• Avoiding touching eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your elbow.
• Avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
• Staying away from work, school or other people if you become sick with respiratory symptoms like fever and cough.
• Following guidance from public health officials.

Important Health Resources

• Coronavirus (COVID-19) in California
• Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
• Los Angeles County Office of Education
• California Department of Public Health
• California Department of Education
• U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• Beach Cities Health District
• Office of Governor Gavin Newsom

South Bay School Closures

• Palos Verdes Unified School District – Closed
• Manhattan Beach Unified School District – Closes Monday 3/16
• Hermosa Beach Unified School District – Closed
• Redondo Beach Unified School District – Closes Monday 3/16
• Torrance Unified School District – Closes Monday 3/16
• El Segundo Unified School District – Closes Monday 3/16
• Lawndale Unified School District – Closes Monday 3/16
• Long Beach Unified School District – Closes Monday 3/16
• Additional LA County School Closures via CBS News 

South Bay Official City Websites

• El Segundo
• Manhattan Beach
• Hermosa Beach
• Redondo Beach
• Palos Verdes
• Lomita
• Torrance
• Hawthorne
• Long Beach
• Los Angeles 
• Carson

Local Hospital Updates on Coronavirus

• Little Company of Mary – Helpful Information about the novel coronavirus, COVID-19
• Torrance Memorial – COVID – 19 Updates 
• Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center – Novel coronavirus and COVID-19
• Los Angeles County – Harbor UCLA Medical Center
• Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach – A Message to Our Patients About COVID-19
• Childrens Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) –Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Information
• Beach Cities Health District (local resources)

Additional Ways to help our neighbors & community

• Keep in touch with your neighbors, family and friends via social media, phone, text, and email.  Especially older and those that may have compromised immune systems.
• Follow our local community Facebook group thread for people looking for urgent items.

Local Delivery & Pick-up Options

• Manhattan Beach local restaurants & grocery stores 
• List of local Grocery Stores Open early for Senior Citizens 

Additional Resources for Kids & Families

• Social distancing in the coronavirus pandemic — maintaining public health by staying apart
• Parents: Take social distancing seriously and limit playdates, other activities, experts say
• Local stores with items in stock
• File Unemployment, Freelancers Included
• Report local price gouging
• Coronavirus and the Impact on Mental Health
• 6 Meditation Apps to Reduce Stress

Online Resources for Learning & Entertaining at Home

• Join Facebook Group:  Fun Things For Kids
• Online Learning Tools & Resources for Kids
• A Quick Tip for Talking to Your Kids About “Worry”
• Talking to kids about coronavirus outbreak– YouTube Video
• Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus
• PBS – Daniel Tiger: How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
• Stuck at Home? These 12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours You Can Take on Your Couch (Video)
• Top 20 Podcasts for Kids
• Tips & Tricks for Homeschooling 

Support Local Businesses & Local Non-Profits

• Loan Information & How to Apply
• U.S Chamber of Commerce
• Local charities that accept in kind donations
• Manhattan Beach local restaurants & grocery stores 
•  Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce

Online Learning Tools & Resources for Kids