Extension Crawford County
225 N. Beaumont Road, Suite 240 Fax: (608) 326-0226
Prairie du Chien, WI 53821 Dial 711 for Wisconsin Relay
Phone: (608) 326-0223/0224 http://crawford.uwex.edu/
April 1, 2020
Dear Parents:
Your local Extension Crawford County Office would like to assist families
during this time of need, by providing some useful information and
resources. This letter includes several helpful links regarding parenting,
finances, scam awareness, and food safety and resources.
FACEBOOK – your local Extension office has created a public group
specifically for the COVID-19 pandemic. It will be used to keep local
information upfront and current for our residents. Our goal is to act as a
reference for you and your family that will allow everyone to stay as healthy
as possible. The group page is called “Extension Crawford County, WI
COVID-19 Community Information.”
Join at https://www.facebook.com/groups/161077604952502/
Home Alone – As your family is facing unexpected childcare decisions and
potentially needing children to care for themselves all or part of the day. Here
is a resource for you as a parent to best Prepare Children for Self-Care during
this period. These videos are developed for parents and their children who
stay home alone. Parents and children are encouraged to watch the videos
together and use the short activities after each video to discuss their plans to
stay safe home alone. https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/homealone/
Financial Resources – The coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, is
impacting households, communities, and businesses. A new national survey
shows that 1 in 5 households in the United States have already had their
income cut or stopped altogether. The frequently asking questions at this
site highlight some common financial challenges as a result of the COVID-19
pandemic.
https://fyi.extension.wisc.edu/toughtimes/covid-19-financial-resources/.
Scams – In other disasters that have taken place, scammers are taking
advantage of people’s vulnerability. The FTC is on the alert and recently
issued warnings to companies selling scam coronavirus treatments.
Food Safety – There has been no link made between the spread of COVID-19
and food. That being said, it is best to take precautions to prevent any
foodborne illness. Clean all food preparation surfaces with soap and water,
rinse, then disinfect the surface with a bleach solution (1 teaspoon bleach/ 4
cups of water. Let the surface air dry for a full minute. Wash clothes and
towels regularly in warm water. WASH YOUR HANDS FREQUENTLY AND
THOROUGHLY WITH SOAP AND WATER. Wash before touching food
items, wash after touching food items and wash before eating. More
information visit https://crawford.extension.wisc.edu/.
School Lunch Programs — Meals are currently being delivered by your
local school each day (that school would have been in session). Vans are
being used to deliver a breakfast and lunch to each student that is signed up.
If you would like to receive these meals for children in your home under the
age of 18 contact your school and they will get your information. Please,
Crawford County
Extension Staff
Amy Mitchell
4-H & Youth Development Educator
Amanda Griswold
Human Development &
Relationships Educator
Jessica Jane Spayde
Community Development Educator
Kathy Lange
Foodwise Educator
Karen Snitker
Program Assistant
Stephanie Mezera
Program Assistant
Sheena Cook-Fuglsang
Foodwise Coordinator
Craig Saxe
Area Director—Division of
Extension
Serving Crawford, La Crosse, Monroe,
Richland and Vernon Counties
Extension County
Board Members
Wade Dull, Chairman
David Olson
Mary Kuhn
Donald Stirling
Wayne Jerrett