Social Distance Ambassadors Coming to Cape May County

OCNJ Daily

The Cape May County Department of Health has announced its new social distance campaign, called "Six Feet Saves." Six Feet Saves is an educational campaign that will be implemented to remind people to keep their distance to help slow the spread of COVID-19, according to a county press release Tuesday. Social Distance Ambassadors will be monitoring high-volume areas, such as boardwalks, to remind people to keep at least six feet apart, and to hand out educational materials on how to prevent being exposed to the virus. “As public places begin to reopen it is important to continue to take proper precautions, such as wearing a mask, washing hands frequently, and social distancing," Cape May County Health Officer Kevin Thomas said. He added, "Cape May County Department of Health wants to remind residents and visitors to continue taking action to slow the spread of COVID-19. By protecting yourself and others you can help save lives." Six Feet Saves, will launch on May 15 in Cape May, but it will be a program throughout the county in coming weeks. Social Distancing Ambassadors will be wearing vests with the county seal on them so they can be easily identified. The Six Feet Saves Lives Social Distance Ambassador team will be made up of Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) members and Cape May County Department of Health staff. MRC is a volunteer program comprised of medical and non-medical individuals. To learn more about MRC and how you can volunteer visit cmchealth.net or call (609) 463-6692.