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Much of our work involves measuring the difference others make. Getting involved and making our own difference is also an important part of who we are as individuals and as an organization.
First and foremost, the best way to help your fellow San Diegans is to stay safe at home and prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Other ways to help:
- DONATE money, food, personal protective equipment, wish list items, and even blood. Organizations like Feeding San Diego, UC San Diego Medical Center, the San Diego Humane Society, and the San Diego Blood Bank are among many in need.
- VOLUNTEER your time (if you are healthy) by helping organizations like Serving Seniors or the San Diego Food Bank.
- SUPPORT local restaurants and small businesses. The #takeoutchallenge is an initiative to support some hard-hit establishments.
- SHARE posts on your social media about available resources for those who might need it.
- ADVOCATE for those who you feel need help.
For links and more information about the organizations discussed, see the attached articles from NBC San Diego and 10 News:
https://www.10news.com/news/coronavirus/coronavirus-aid-how-to-help-your-neighbors
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To all of our fellow San Diegans:
This is certainly an uncharted time for all of us, and as a team, all of us at CCR are committed to continuing to educate, empower and support our communities. As we have found new ways of doing business and being innovative with our work, we know the key to success will be high levels of communication and support moving forward. We will continue to act in accordance with our core values of service, excellence, integrity, and collaboration, while providing positive news and resources during the uncertainty of COVID-19.
We will all get through this together.
Be well,
The CCR Team – Kristen, Erica, Marla, Joe, Sarah, Darian, & Bernard
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From a public health standpoint, why is pot deemed an essential business during the COVID-19 pandemic?
After all, there is still much we don’t know about the new coronavirus. The virus causing COVID-19 attacks the lungs, which could present a serious threat to individuals who smoke marijuana. And we do know that marijuana smoke and vaping open the lungs up to increased respiratory infections.
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The the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Department of Justice announced on Friday early action to further expand opportunities for scientific and medical research on marijuana in the United States.
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The risk of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) for the general San Diego County population remains low. The County is working to protect the public's health and prevent the disease from spreading locally. You can take steps to educate, protect, and prepare yourself in the event of a local outbreak. This is an emerging situation, the County will provide updated information as it becomes available.
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