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Is takeout and delivery from restaurants still available?

Yes, takeout and delivery from restaurants is permitted in Delaware at this time.

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Should I stock up on food and paper products?

Groceries stores are open and are essential businesses. You are permitted to go to the store as needed to pick up what you need, including food, groceries, formula, and diapers, and toilet paper. Sellers have repeatedly indicated that there is plenty of supply and there is no reason to over-purchase.

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My grandma wants to visit for social reasons. What should I tell her?

Encourage her to stay home, call each other on the phone, or use FaceTime, Skype, or another video call option. Remember that you can travel to care for or deliver supplies to elderly persons, children, and people with disabilities, but not for social visits.

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Can I go camping?

No, Delaware campgrounds are closed at this time.

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Can I go to the beach?

Yes, but only to exercise or walk your dog where dogs are permitted, and you should still practice social distancing by staying at least six feet away from other people. Many towns have closed areas near beaches, like boardwalks and parking lots.

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What about a playground?

Most public playgrounds are closed and should be avoided. Additionally, you should avoid using basketball courts with other people, or using jungle gyms because they are not being wiped down between children who may climb on them.  Remember, while exercising or playing outside, you should still practice social distancing by keeping six feet away from […]

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Can I go to the park?

Yes, but you should still practice social distancing by staying at least six feet away from other people.

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Can I go outside?

Outdoor exercise like walking, running, hiking and fishing is allowed. When you are outside, you should still practice social distancing by running or walking at least six feet away from other people.

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What is “Essential Travel”?

Essential Travel is any travel necessary for an Essential Activity. Here are some examples of Essential Travel: travel to care for, or deliver supplies to, elderly persons, children, and people with disabilities travel to purchase food and other household supplies travel to care for pets travel to schools and other educational institutions where the travel […]

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What are “Essential Activities”?

Essential Activities are activities that are necessary for you to maintain your health, and the health and wellbeing of your family members, including pets. Here are some examples of Essential Activities: getting medical care and medical supplies, such as prescriptions buying food, household supplies, and pet supplies caring for family members, friends, or pets in […]

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