Ohio Department of Health Director's Order
on Coronavirus COVID-19
Stay Safe Ohio Order
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On May 29, 2020, under the direction of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton, M.D., MPH issued a director’s order that updates and revises Business Guidance ans Social Distancing to prevent the further spread of COVID-19 until 11:59 p.m. on July 1, 2020.
(click here for full Director's order)
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On May 20, 2020, Amy Acton rescinds and modifies portions of the Stay Safe Ohio Order.
(click here for full Director's Order that Rescinds and Modifies)
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This order prohibits holding gatherings larger than 10 people. If gathering, social distancing of 6 feet apart is required.
This order continues to open businesses with workplace safety standards required. This order allows some businesses to open while maintaining 6 foot social distancing, employees will wear masks, and customers are encouraged to wear masks, also. Residents can return home from out of state and can leave the state.
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On May 22, 2020, Amy Acton, ordered that non-contact sports open/reopen. Including the following: baseball, softball, batting cages, golf courses, miniature golf, public pools, tennis, skills training for sports, and bowling alleys. All opening/reopening must follow set actions.
(Click to read the complete order and set actions)
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This order does NOT prohibit essential activities like going to the grocery store, receiving medical care, or taking your pet for a walk. However, be mindful and practice safe social distancing (6 feet apart) and if you are sick stay home or seek medical attention.
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The elderly and those who are vulnerable as a result of illness should take additional precautions and if at all possible stay home.
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Additionally, the Governor is asking people to wear masks when out in public.
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Businesses remaining closed as part of this order; schools, adult day support/vocational habilitation in a congregate setting, and adult day care services/senior centers. (Ohio Closed Business Information click here)
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​Together, we can slow the spread of COVID-19.
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