District 1 COVID-19 Update for January 12

These reports are shared bi-weekly (Tuesday and Friday) and include COVID-19 statistics and updates from Placer County Public Health and gathered information from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) This data covers the entirety of Placer County and District 1 (Entirety of 95747, portions of 95678 and 95626)

Citations and links are provided at the end of the report if you would like more information about what is shared.

Residents are can find most of the local data on the Placer County COVID-19 Dashboard: https://www.placer.ca.gov/coronavirus/cases

Greater Sacramento Region Exits Stay-at-Home Order - Remains in Purple Tier

Frpm California Department of Public Health: "Based on four-week ICU projections, the Greater Sacramento region can immediately exit the Regional Stay at Home Order. Counties within that region will return to the tiering system and rules under the Blueprint for a Safer Economy.

ICU capacity projections for regions that are eligible to exit the order are calculated daily based on four factors: current estimated regional ICU capacity available, measure of current community transmission, current regional case rates and the proportion of ICU cases being admitted."

Follow this link for more information about the region’s exit from the stay at home order: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/NR21-013.aspx

Click here to view the tier framework about what is permitted to be open in each tier: https://tinyurl.com/CDPH-Activity-Tiers-Chart

COVID-19 Vaccines in Placer County

Click here to watch Placer County Health Officer, Dr. Rob Oldham, speak about the state’s initial phases of vaccine distribution and discuss how the community can prepare and stay informed in the coming months.

The Placer County Public Health Division is coordinating COVID-19 vaccine efforts in alignment with recommendations from the California Department of Public Health, the COVID-19 California Governor’s Vaccine Task Force, and the COVID-19 Vaccine Task Force Working Group.

Click here to learn more about COVID-19 vaccines in Placer County

Health Division Seeking Nurses for COVID-19 Support

Placer County Health Division is building a workforce to continue specimen collection and implement our COVID-19 vaccine campaign. If you or someone you know is interested, the following links are job descriptions and application information for Registered Nurses (RN) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN). Please share this information with someone you know if they can support this effort.

RN: https://tinyurl.com/Placer-RN-2020

LVN: https://tinyurl.com/Placer-LVN-2020

January Epidemiology (EPI) Report

Learn more about the current prevalence of COVID-19 in Placer County, Click Here: January 1, 2021 Epidemiology Report

New reports are published on the first Friday of each month. The next report should be available February 5, 2021.

To find reports in the future or to view past reports, visit https://www.placer.ca.gov/coronavirus/news

Bi-Weekly COVID-19 Data

Sources: Where to Find This Data and Other Information

LOCAL DATA

- Placer County Coronavirus Dashboard: https://Placer.CA.gov/coronavirus/cases

- Placer County Health Office: https://www.placer.ca.gov/2863/Public-Health

STATE DATA

- California Department of Public Health – COVID-19 General Information: https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/

- California Department of Public Health – Blueprint Data Chart, Updated Weekly: https://tinyurl.com/CDPH-Data-Chart-1-12-21

- California Department of Public Health – Regional Stay-at-Home Order/ICU Bed Availability Information: https://covid19.ca.gov/stay-home-except-for-essential-needs/

- CDPH Activity and Business Tier Chart: https://tinyurl.com/CDPH-Activity-Tiers-Chart

Face Coverings in Placer County

Here in Placer County, face coverings are an important tool to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect our most vulnerable residents. The "Got It Covered" campaign showcases actual Placer residents and business owners sharing their personal reasons for wearing a face covering. Click here to watch video

Connect to Services Through Health Net

I wanted to introduce you to Health Net's digital tool (in partnership with Aunt Bertha) that connects Californians with information on local services like food, shelter, job training, legal assistance, and more.

Click Here to Begin Finding Resources

Don't delay if you need health care

Some things can’t wait. Your health care is one of them. During COVID-19, local hospitals are safe and open to serve our community. Don't hesitate to get care if you need it. Watch this PSA to learn more.

In addition to physical health, it's important to take care of your mental health. There are a wide array of resources available locally, including many telehealth options. Click here to learn more

Senior peer counseling program available

Are you 55 years or older, and feel like you could use someone to talk to who really understands what you are going through? Senior Peer Counseling is a free, voluntary, peer support program for Placer County residents aged 55 years or older, who are dealing with age-related adjustment issues.

COVID-19 is not slowing us down! We are currently providing services via phone and accepting new client referrals. Click here to learn more

Click here to sign up for emergency notifications

Questions or Comments?
Email District 1 Director, Landon Wolf at: LandonWolf@Placer.CA.Gov

www.placer.ca.gov