JPP Newsletter Week of April 5th, 2020

Our very own Public Health Hero!

Melissa Winters has been a gardener with the Sunshine Community Garden since it began in 2018, but what she grows there is much more than vegetables and herbs. Winters gives the majority of what she grows to others who need it more, especially to young, single mothers who may not otherwise have access to fresh, healthy foods. Through her volunteer efforts and dedication, Winters has helped foster a true community spirit among those who participate in the Sunshine Community Garden. If you haven't done so already, please take a minute to watch the wonderful work Melissa is doing for our community by clicking on the link below. Thank you, Melissa and we are so proud to celebrate you!!

Melissa Winters, Sunshine Community Garden | Arvada, CO

It's not all Bad

There are may reputable news stations out there producing good news! During these challenging times, it may be helpful to seek more of the 'feel goods' to balance some of the yuck. As an example, click the link below to read about what families around the globe are doing to combat feelings of isolation and give you and your family some ideas of how you can be making your time together a little more enjoyable, if not even tolerable!

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-51963446

Curious about what the stimulus package means for you and your family? Check out the graphic above to calculate your check, sit back, and wait for your check in the mail!

Kudos to Governor Polis

DENVER - Gov. Polis today provided an update on the state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Governor discussed what is being done to support the state’s economy, including workers and businesses and called upon all Coloradans to wear cloth face coverings when they go out of the house for essential functions like grocery shopping.

“We know that Coloradans across our state are making personal sacrifices to prioritize the public health and safety of their family and neighbors,” said Governor Jared Polis. “The better job we do at staying home and wearing facial masks whenever we absolutely must go out to contain the virus in Colorado, the sooner we can return to something resembling economic normalcy. Refusing to stay at home will only extend the state’s economic pain.”

The Governor announced that he is asking all Coloradans to wear cloth face coverings when they go out of the house for essential functions like grocery shopping. The state has partnered with ColoradoMaskProject.com, where people can find patterns for making their own masks and ideas for how to help others who can’t make their own, get one. To learn more, read the FAQ document here and visit https://www.coloradomaskproject.com/

Chanel wearing one of her mom's super awesome homemade masks

Staying Safe and Being Creative

In accordance with Goveron Polis' new announcement about wearing masks in public, we've seen some super examples of people putting their creativity to use! Check out these masks that JPP mom, Cinnamon M., made over the weekend with her children.

Show us what you've been up to while staying indoors and staying safe!

Gracie rocking a stylish home made mask made by mom

Nice work, Cinnamon!! These are great!

Parenting in the time of COVID-19

"Let’s not pretend that everything isn’t terrible right now. It is! So while the details of our self-care may have only a passing resemblance to what we used to do before the pandemic, that doesn’t mean we can’t find ways to access some headroom, and even some joy." Click the link to read more from the New York Times about self-care and parenting in the time of COVID-19.

https://parenting.nytimes.com/health/coronavirus-self-care?module=editors-picks&action=click&region=1

Maybe a change of scenery will motivate your kids to get some homework done. A change of pace can sometimes spark new energy and creativity. Give it a try!

Book a Coach

In the spirit of adjusting to our new-for-now-normal, JPP would like to put the idea out to families who need help with schoolwork to Book a Coach! JPP Coaches will be available for one hour a week to support your child with their schoolwork. We are excited to connect to our children in JPP and hone in on the 2-generation component of what we're all about! If you have a child needing some assistance with school work, please reach out to your coach. Please let us know what platform they are using, what subject they need help with, their teachers name, and where they go to school.

And don't forget to wash your hands!