COVID-19 Resources & Safety
A Covenant of Shared Responsibility
Valley Beth Shalom holds the health and safety of our community as our greatest priority. We all must continue do our part to ensure the collective wellness of our community. Please follow the three scientific principles proven to reduce the spread of disease: physical distancing, wearing a face covering and frequent hand-washing.
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Our agreement and social commitment to one another through promises, protocols, procedures and etiquette based on the guiding values and principles of VBS.
HEALTH PROTOCOLS
Mask Requirement
In alignment with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health's latest guidelines, masks are encouraged and strongly recommended, but not required, to be worn while at VBS. Surgical or N95/KN95 are strongly encouraged over cloth masks.
Additionally, if you or a household member is not feeling well or has any COVID-19 symptoms, please stay home and enjoy our virtual service and programming options. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our community healthy and safe.
Proof of Vaccination
As of May 6, 2022, the VBS Executive Committee has approved two changes to the VBS Synagogue Adult Vaccination Policy.
- Masks are recommended but not required.
- The vaccine policy will allow for unvaccinated guests to attend VBS programs and services with a negative same-day rapid antigen-test or a negative PCR test within 48 hours. Unvaccinated individuals must take a photo of their same day test with a date and time stamp to show security.
CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR PROOF OF VACCINATION >
Collect your Fast Pass at VBS Security Booth once your proof of vaccination has been submitted
Latest Updates
May 6, 2022
Amendment to Vaccination Policy
March 5, 2022
Amendment to Vaccination Policy as it relates to schools on campus
December 8, 2021
VBS on Site COVID-19 Protocols (Effective January 15, 2022)
VBS CARES
WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
If you are feeling anxious or need to talk to someone, please contact the VBS Counseling Center at 818.784.1414 or our clergy department at clergy@vbs.org or 818.788.6000.
Tips from the CDC
Learn more at cdc.gov/coronavirus
Tips from LA County Department of Health
Learn more at publichealth.lacounty.gov/coronavirus
View the latest information on COVID-19 testing at covid19.lacounty.gov/testing
Additional Resources
- LA County's Safer at Work and Community Order
- Stay up-to-date on keeping Los Angeles Safe at corona-virus.la
- Jewish Free Loan is offering interest-free loans up to $10,000 for those impacted by Coronavirus.
- Jewish Federation offers ways for you to find help, critical resources and opportunities to give back.
- Gelson's offers SENIOR HOURS for those 65 and up to shop 7am-8am.
- United Way Pandemic Relief Fund resources.
TALKING TO YOUR KIDS ABOUT CORONAVIRUS
- How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus, NY Times
- Brainpop video on Coronavirus
- Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus, Betsy Brown Braun, Child Development and Behavior Specialist
- Online Resources For VBS Programming And VBS Schools
LA|KOSHER AT HOME
Let us do the cooking! Order delicious meals for convenient curbside pick up on Fridays.
Helping Hands
Helping Hands is a group of VBS volunteers dedicated to serving our members' needs. They accommodate requests for various errands such as grocery shopping, and pharmacy pick up and delivery. Some technological help is also available virtually.
To request volunteer help, please contact Nitzan Barlev at nbarlev@vbs.org or 818-530-4035. Please understand that volunteers must remain distanced and cannot enter anyone's home for any reason.
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Gratitude Board
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Spotlight on Doing Good
VBS cares! Read the stories on our blog.
