Staying Safe While Grocery Shopping

Here are a few tips to help you stay safe while grocery shopping:

• Wear a mask

• Disinfect your cart before using

• Visit your store during non-busy hours

• Find out if your store has special hours for those at high-risk if applicable

• Refrain from touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands

• Keep a minimum 6-foot distance from other shoppers and workers

• Follow signs and directions in grocery store that are designed to keep you safe

• Only touch products you intend to purchase

• If possible, use touchless payment options

• Carry hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol with you

• Practice hand hygiene before and after entering the store, as well as when you get home and before handling any food

• Stay home if you are sick

If you aren’t feeling comfortable going to the grocery store, here are some alternative options to consider:

• Utilize curbside pick-up for your groceries

• Consider home delivery grocery options

• Try out a meal kit delivery service

• Ask a friend or family member to pick up groceries for you if they already feel comfortable going to the store