Participant 178 Community Conversations Interview

Date

2020-10-23

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Trenton, N.J.: New Jersey State Library

Abstract

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In this interview, Participant 178 shares their experience of the COVID-19 pandemic from the perspective of a restaurant owner, and how the pandemic impacted their business and staff. They share that their family supported with the restaurant when staffing was short, and that they received support from community organizations. The participant describes how they provided support to families in their community by delivering meals during the pandemic.

Keywords

Mercer Co. (N.J.), COVID-19 Pandemic, New Jersey, Unpredictability, Acts of Kindness, Resources Needed, Social Disconnect - Social Isolation and Loneliness, Loss of Job or Business, Positive Outlook, Food Insecurity, Lack of Financial Means to Support Basic Needs, Social and Economic Factors, Employment, Education, COVID-19 Health Behaviors

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