Participant 262 Community Conversations Interview

Date

2021-01-22

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Trenton, N.J.: New Jersey State Library

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In this interview, Participant 262 shares their experience volunteering at the YMCA during the COVID-19 pandemic. The participant talks about changes they had to make to ensure they continue to service their community while following all the safety precautions. They share that there have been more people in need of their services during the pandemic. The participant also discusses ways they have engaged teenagers to help with community service. They share their views on the COVID-19 vaccine, as well as their hopes going forward.

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Social and Economic Factors, Positive Outlook, Acts of Kindness, COVID-19 Health Behaviors, Digital Divide, Food Insecurity, Resilience, Noteworthy Quotes for Report or Presentation, Resources Needed, Social Re-Connect, Vaccine for COVID-19, Loss of Job or Business, Education, Employment, View of NJ Government's Response to the Pandemic, Lack of Financial Means to Support Basic Needs, Perceptions from residents and societal views_ responses, Access to Care, Financial_Economic (In)stability, Secondary Suffering and Trauma, Loss of Health Insurance, Mental Health, Unpredictability, Challenges with Remote Schooling_Virtual Learning for Children, Factors Impacting the Digital Divide, Children, Essex Co. (N.J.), New Jersey, COVID-19 Pandemic

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