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PART 2
Educational measures to consider
- Prepare what is going to be done, trying to make them excited, within the possibilities allowed. Do not generate false expectations about departures (like They will see their friends, or that they will be able to go to places or do things that they do not are allowed).
- Before the ride it is important to clear doubts or fears and explain to the children and girls, so that they understand it, what is the situation and what are the rules, explaining it to each minor depending on their age and personal circumstances,
making them participants in the fulfillment of the same and especially of the physical distance measurements. It may be useful to practice all preventive measures as a game. You have to try that the rules always they are the same so that they become a new custom.
- Answer questions about COVID-19 in a simple way and transmitting Calm down, and reminding them that it is in their power to protect themselves by washing their hands, coughing or sneezing with your elbow flexed, etc.
- It is important to explain to the boys and girls that the walk is a possibility, not a obligation. If they are afraid or do not want to go out, do not force the walk. Make it shorter or interrupt if requested.
- Before leaving, and always in a friendly environment, remember with short questions what can we do and what not.
- Be on the rides that the measures are met and try to correct affectionately so that they are acquiring new routines.
- It is important to note that we all share public spaces. The people with special physical, sensory and intellectual abilities can
need that we all collaborate in maintaining physical distance.
- Although it is necessary to educate on prevention measures, you should try to avoid transmitting fear to boys and girls. The walks can bring many benefits for children as long as they are a pleasant experience. Furthermore, it is an opportunity for your progressive return to normality.
OTHER INFORMATION OF USEFULNESS FOR CHILDREN
You can consult the recommendations for emotional support for boys and girls during the COVID-19 epidemic.
You can access a children's story to help children and young people face the pandemic, prepared by the World Health Organization, by clicking here. This especially thought for children from 6 to 11 years old.
If you need professional psychological help, these psychological assistance telephones are at your disposal: 91 700 79 89 (for relatives of deceased or sick with coronavirus) and 91 700 79 88 (for the general population with difficulties).
If someone close to you has died, tips for accompany children in mourning for the death of a loved one by COVID-19.
The autonomous communities, respecting in any case what is regulated by the rules, may, in the exercise of their powers in the field of protection and protection of minors, take the necessary measures to adapt the application of the provisions thereof, in relation to the boys and girls who reside in child protection centers, social housing centers of support for people with disabilities or other similar residential services.
Children with disabilities, who have behavioral disturbances, such as for example, autism spectrum disorders and disruptive behaviors, in which the confinement may aggravate the situation, they may circulate on the street with the frequency deemed medically advisable as long as they are respected the necessary measures to avoid contagion.
[See recommendations for children with autism spectrum disorder].
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Can they go for a walk with adults who do not live regularly at home?
It is only possible with responsible adults of legal age habitually lived with the minor or with household employees in charge of the minor.
Can you go for a walk with the grandparents with whom you live habitually?
It is possible, but not recommended.
Can you go to the basketball court next to the house or play for a while In the swings?
NO. Access to children's outdoor recreational spaces or to sports facilities.
Can you go for a walk with other boys or girls accompanied by an adult person?
NO. The distance of two meters must be maintained with third parties. They can only get out together the children who habitually live together in the home.
Can they accompany an adult to the bank or to make the purchase?
It is allowed, but as far as possible it is recommended to prioritize the outputs with minors so they can enjoy the outdoors.
Can you go to visit grandparents, family or friends?
NO. It is an exit that does not allow contact or visits to third parties.
Can we play with other children we meet on the ride?
NO. You can say hello and have a short conversation while keeping your distance about two meters and continue the walk. It is NOT allowed to form Groups of people.
Can children be taken by car?
NO. You cannot take the car for the hour-long daily ride with minors. Children can only be taken in the car if they have
to accompany an adult to carry out the tasks permitted by the State of Alarm, or to go to health care.
Is it necessary to wear gloves?
NO. Gloves are not necessary. When we go outside, a cleaning proper and frequent hands is more effective than the use of gloves. For the child population is difficult to make correct use, so it can generate more risk.
I have attached the original document in Spanish. In case anyone is interested.
Well you can't accuse the Spanish government of not making it clear can you !
