The Sonoma County Department of Health Services joined
health officers from the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Monterey, Napa, San Mateo, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz and the city of Berkeley in issuing joint recommendations for staying safe during the holidays. The recommendations cover gatherings and travel, with recommended steps to reduce risk.
CELEBRATE WITHOUT GATHERING
The safest way to celebrate this holiday season is to do so virtually or with members of your household. Gathering with people outside your household – even extended family– increases the risk of getting and spreading COVID-19. Limit gatherings to no more than 12 people from no more than three households. However, there are many ways to
enjoy the holidays with loved ones without gathering:
• Enjoy holiday traditions at home with your household
• Decorate your home and/or yard
• Share a virtual meal with family and friends
• Host online parties and/or contests
• Prepare meals using traditional recipes and deliver to family and neighbors
• Attend holiday movie nights at drive-in venues
• Visit holiday-themed outdoor art installations
• Participate in drive-by events where everyone stays in their vehicles
Full versions of the recommendations, in Spanish and English, are attached.
