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
On August 16, 2022, the following updates were made to the VBS Covid Policy with consensus from the VBS Medical Advisory, VBS Pandemic Response Team, VBS Board of Directors and VBS Senior Leadership. In alignment with LA County requirements, the following protocols will be effective immediately, and are subject to change at any time as conditions evolve:
Mask Requirement:
We strongly encourage the continued use of masks indoors, however masks are not required on campus.
Proof of Vaccination:
While we strongly encourage vaccinations and boosters, proof of vaccination is no longer required for individuals to enter campus for events.
As always, those experiencing any cold or flu-like symptoms should stay home.
Click here for full details and updates to the VBS Covid-19 policy, as of August 16, 2022.
Latest Updates
August 16, 2022
Amendments to Covid-19 Protocols
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 the VBS office at 818-788-6000. Please understand that volunteers must remain distanced and cannot enter anyone's home for any reason.
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