The California governor’s March 19 order instructs all California residents to stay at home, except for critical infrastructure work or essential activities like going to the grocery store, pharmacy or bank. Read the full order here. During this time, you can help protect your family from transmission through washing hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and cleaning and disinfecting surfaces often. Avoid touching your face with your hands and teach your children how to properly cough and sneeze into their elbow or a tissue. At home, surround yourself with relaxing colors, sounds and scents. You can use this time of solitude to do something you enjoy and be creative. It’s still a good idea to exercise and get fresh air during this time. It is important though, to maintain safe distances, ideally 6 feet, while doing so. If possible, stay in a closed yard. Here’s a CHOC psychologist’s tips for establishing structure and routine for kids during this time. And here’s a list of activity ideas for kids during COVID-19.