perform or access essential governmental functions.engage in essential activities, including obtaining medical care that cannot be provided through telehealth and obtaining food and essential household goods.The Mayor’s Order specifies that residents may only leave their residences to: Many people want to know how they can help right now, and for most people this is how – by staying home.” “Staying at home is the best way to flatten the curve and protect yourself, your family, and our entire community from COVID-19. “Our message remains the same: stay home,” said Mayor Bowser. This order reinforces the Mayor’s direction to residents to stay at home except to perform essential activities. (Washington, DC) – Today, due to an increasing number of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Washington, DC and across the region and the nation, Mayor Muriel Bowser issued a stay-at-home order for the District of Columbia.