Like you, we’re closely following local, state, and federal officials for updates regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The safety and well-being of our participants and staff is paramount. As such, we have made the decision to transition all OBT programs to a remote-learning model starting Wednesday, March 18th until at least Monday, April 20.

We aim to ensure that we provide the same level of care and service for our participants, students, and partners as we make this transition. We will update this page continually with announcements, changes, and resources.

Thank you for your support and understanding during this time.

Al igual que usted, estamos prestando atención a los funcionarios locales, estatales y federales para obtener actualizaciones sobre la pandemia de COVID-19. La seguridad y el bienestar de nuestros participantes y personal es primordial. Como tal, hemos tomado la decisión de pasar todos los programas OBT a un modelo de aprendizaje remoto a partir del miércoles 18 de marzo hasta al menos el lunes 20 de abril.

Nuestro objetivo es garantizar que proporcionemos  el mismo nivel de atención y servicio a nuestros participantes, estudiantes y socios mientras hacemos esta transición. Actualizaremos esta página continuamente con anuncios, cambios y recursos.

Gracias por su apoyo durante este tiempo.

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Help Keep OBT Safe and Healthy

Know How it Spreads

• There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
• The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.
• The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person.
• Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
• Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
• These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Take steps to protect yourself

Clean your hands often

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.
• Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid close contact

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• Put distance between yourself and other people if COVID-19 is spreading in your community. This is especially important for people who are at higher risk of getting very sick.

Take steps to protect others

Stay home if you’re sick

• Stay home if you are sick, except to get medical care

Cover coughs and sneezes

• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow.
• Throw used tissues in the trash.
• Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

Wear a facemask if you are sick

If you are sick: You should wear a facemask when you are around other people (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. If you are not able to wear a facemask (for example, because it causes trouble breathing), then you should do your best to cover your coughs and sneezes, and people who are caring for you should wear a facemask if they enter your room.

If you are NOT sick: You do not need to wear a facemask unless you are caring for someone who is sick (and they are not able to wear a facemask). Facemasks may be in short supply and they should be saved for caregivers.

Clean and disinfect

• Clean AND disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.
• If surfaces are dirty, clean them: Use detergent or soap and water prior to disinfection

En la actualidad no existe una vacuna para prevenir la enfermedad del coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). La mejor forma de prevenir la enfermedad es evitar la exposición a este virus. Sin embargo, como recordatorio, los CDC siempre recomiendan medidas preventivas cotidianas para ayudar a prevenir la propagación de enfermedades respiratorias. Estas medidas incluyen:

• Evitar el contacto cercano con personas enfermas.
• Evitar tocarse los ojos, la nariz y la boca.
• Quedarse en casa si está enfermo.
• Cubrirse la nariz y la boca con un pañuelo desechable al toser o estornudar y luego botarlo a la basura.
• Limpiar y desinfectar los objetos y las superficies que se tocan frecuentemente, usando un producto común de limpieza de uso doméstico en rociador o toallita.
• Seguir las recomendaciones de los CDC sobre el uso de mascarillas.
  • Los CDC no han hecho recomendaciones para que las personas que no están enfermas usen mascarillas para protegerse de enfermedades respiratorias, incluso del COVID-19.
  • Las personas que presentan síntomas del COVID-19 deberían usar mascarillas para ayudar a prevenir la propagación de la enfermedad a los demás. El uso de mascarillas es también esencial para los trabajadores de la salud (en inglés) y las personas que cuidan de alguien en un entorno cerrado (en la casa o en un establecimiento de atención médica) (en inglés).
• Lávese las manos frecuentemente con agua y jabón por al menos 20 segundos, especialmente después de ir al baño, antes de comer, y después de sonarse la nariz, toser o estornudar.
  • Si no cuenta con agua ni jabón, use un desinfectante de manos que contenga al menos un 60 % de alcohol. Lávese las manos siempre con agua y jabón si están visiblemente sucias.