Thanksgiving traditionally is a time when families come together to celebrate. Gatherings during the holidays can be an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 epidemic is worsening, and small household gatherings are an important contributor to the rise in COVID-19 cases.

Our Panelist will address Celebrating Thanksgiving During the COVID-19 Pandemic

• Overcoming the Emotional Aspect of not Having the Traditional Thanksgiving Gatherings  -  Dr. Vangie Akridge, PsyD, Educational Psychologist, LEP
• Preventive Measures and the Safest Way to Keep You  and Your Family Safe this Thanksgiving  – Dr. Suzanne Afflalo, MD,  Family Medicine Specialist
• Keeping your Children Stress Free During the Holidays and Time of Isolation - Dr. Akila Weber, MD, Obstetrician/Gynecologist and Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology

Facilitator: Monique Brooks, Bayview Church, Director of Christian Counselor and Mental Health Ministry

Enjoy Thanksgiving activities and take steps to protect yourself from getting or spreading COVID-19. The CDChas offered considerations to slow the spread of COVID-19 during the holiday season

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays/thanksgiving.html