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Coronavirus Disease Update for Kendall County

August 21, 2020

The Kendall County Health Department (KCHD) is reporting 1602 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), 1006 in-recovery and 25 deaths.

Kendall County Health Department COVID-19 Data Dashboard

Kendall County Health Department COVID-19 Information Page


Mental Health & Social-Emotional Wellbeing When Returning Back to School

Since the school experience will be very different from before with desks far apart from each other, teachers maintaining physical distance, and the possibility of staying in the classroom for lunch, it is unlike anything your child is used to. Before school is in session, you may want to talk to your child and explain that all these steps are being taken to keep everyone safe and healthy. Below are a few considerations regarding your child’s mental health and emotional well-being as they transition back to in-person school.

  • Talk with your child about how school will look different (e.g., desks far apart from each other, teachers maintaining physical distance, possibility of staying in the classroom for lunch).
  • Talk with your child about how school is going and about interactions with classmates and teachers. Find out how your child is feeling and communicate that what they may be feeling is normal.
  • Anticipate behavior changes in your child. Watch for changes like excessive crying or irritation, excessive worry or sadness, unhealthy eating or sleeping habits, difficulty concentrating, which may be signs of your child struggling with stress and anxiety.
  • You can be a role model for your child by practicing self-care by taking breaks, getting plenty of sleep, exercising, eating well and staying socially connected.

For more information and support on helping your child cope with returning to school during this pandemic, please call the Health Department at (630)553-9100.

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