Caremongering

In Canada, “caremongering” groups are being organized to connect helpers with those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The first “caremongering” group was set up by Mita Hans with the help of Valentina Harper and others. Valentina explained the meaning behind the name.

“Scaremongering is a big problem,” she tells the BBC. “We wanted to switch that around and get people to connect on a positive level, to connect with each other.

“It’s spread the opposite of panic in people, brought out community and camaraderie, and allowed us to tackle the needs of those who are at-risk all the time — now more than ever.”

During times of crisis, Mister Rogers urged children to “look for the helpers”. As adults, we need to step up and be those helpers, even though many of us are self-quarantined at home. (via jodi)

Free stock photo of hockey player on phone courtesy of Canada’s Internet Registration Authority.

• Canada
• Covid-19
• Fred Rogers