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COVID-19 Continues to Strike Seniors at Alarming Rates

This map is NOT like others. It is LOCAL and CURRENT.

Appropriate protective actions should always be based upon individual circumstances and current and local COVID-19 infection rates. Follow CDC guidelines when leaving the home.

More information on how CARE Scores are Calculated

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95% of Massachusetts Covid-19 Deaths are 60 or Older

Things to Do Today!

Even though daily life is starting to return to normal in some areas, the risks for seniors remain high. Seniors should continue to follow CDC recommendations to follow guidance from authorities where you live. Remember: Help, Prevent, Monitor

More Detailed Covid-19 Information

More Detailed Things to Do

CARE Score Methodology

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CARE Score Methodology

Reduce risk with better information

The risk of being infected with the Coronavirus can change quickly and will vary substantially by location. We have developed the Coronavirus AREa (CARE) Score, to help you assess the current disease activity in the geographic areas where you live and visit.

Calculation

The CARE score is calculated from the number of new Covid-19 cases reported in a town or other area in the previous two weeks, divided by the local population, and multiplied by 100,000. The resulting number is the two-week incidence per 100,000 people.

More Detailed Things to Do

Seniors are at significantly higher risk for serious complications and death from Covid-19. Preventing infection is critical because an infection can require hospitalization. Monitoring key variables enables you and your health care team to quickly diagnose any symptoms.

Avoiding infection and monitoring are the most important things at-risk seniors can do now.

Give or Ask for Help

Following the advice of healthcare providers is more important than ever. Support from family and friends helps keep seniors on track.

Get detailed information from doctors
Get lists of doctor contact information and prescriptions
Set up regular communication schedule with friends and family
Coordinate with other family members to share the load
Provide help with regular errands, shopping and personal care
Develop lists of local organizations who can help

Prevent Infection & Maintain Health

The most effective way to avoid exposure is to minimize social interactions, but assessing the current risk levels in your area helps you make better decisions.

Personal Protection

Wash hands often
Clean and sanitize
Maintain physical distancing - 6 feet
Take all medicines as prescribed

Assess Risk

Assess your personal health risks
Consult CARE Scores frequently
Make decisions based upon current local risk factors

Minimize Social Interactions

Remain at home except for necessary trips
Minimize in home visits
Mask and Glove if leaving home
Maintain physical distancing - 6 feet
Spend limited time in enclosed spaces
Avoid crowds or mass gatherings
Choose lower risk communities for excursions; Minimize visits
Avoid those quarantined, sick or in high CARE Score locations

Monitor Health and Living Conditions

Monitoring vital indicators provides valuable information to your healthcare team. This information enables them to make better diagnoses and care decisions. Monitoring living conditions ensures that seniors have ample supplies and are getting enough exercise and social contact.

Record Doctor and Prescription Information
Take and record temperatures morning noon and night, using the same thermometer
Monitor and record water intake
Watch dietary restrictions and eat regularly
Monitor and record weight
Exercise regularly

COVID-19 Continues to Strike Seniors at Alarming Rates

This map is NOT like others. It is LOCAL and CURRENT.

Appropriate protective actions should always be based upon individual circumstances and current and local COVID-19 infection rates. Follow CDC guidelines when leaving the home.

95% of Massachusetts Covid-19 Deaths are 60 or Older

Things to Do Today!

Even though daily life is starting to return to normal in some areas, the risks for seniors remain high. Seniors should continue to follow CDC recommendations to follow guidance from authorities where you live. Remember: Help, Prevent, Monitor

CARE Score Methodology

Reduce risk with better information

CARE Score Methodology

Reduce risk with better information

Calculation

Time Period and Infection Risk

Data Source