COVID-19 Helpful Resources
At IES, we believe that taking great care of our clients starts with taking great care of our staff – but we are also proud to support our community. In an unprecedent time in our history, we are faced with something none of us have ever experienced. The COVID-19 Pandemic has found many in challenging situations both professionally and personally.
Our IES Cares program has been the foundation of our corporate culture of servant leadership and employee engagement. One of our key core values is People First, and we feel it is our responsibility to provide whatever resources we have access to and knowledge of to not just our clients, but to anyone seeking information.
Whether it be information for resources on working from home, kids’ educational/entertainment, physical and mental health, or professional – we will be offering whatever we can and will update often.
Returning to Work Resources
As the economy begins to open back up and we begin the transitions of returning back to work, we would like to provide you this helpful information regarding employee safety, employee wellness, and additional return to work resources.
- Return to Work Safely Playbook – LEAR
- 211 Local Resources – Resources for employers to provide to employees who need assistance
- CDC Resources for Businesses and Workplaces
- OSHA guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
- US Chamber of Commerce Foundation
- State by State Business Reopening Guidance
- Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy
- EEOC
- Opening America Up Again
- Financial Resources for Employees – Morgan Stanley
- Employee Pulse Surveys – Qualtrics
- Harvard Business Review Online Training
- What Makes an Office Building Healthy – HBR
- Return to Work – DOL
- Back-to-Work Toolkit (COMPREHENSIVE) – Seattle Venture
- Return to the Workplace Checklist – i4cp
COVID Safety & Training Resources by State
Please review your state’s resources and training requirements to keep everyone safe at work.
California
- Cal-OSHA Interim Guidance – Cal-OSHA Requirements
- County Variance Info – County Monitoring
- Resilience Roadmap – Statewide Guidance
- California Paid Leave Options – Side by Side Comparison of COVID-19 Leave
- California Labor Resources – Guidance and Benefits for Employers and Workers
Connecticut
- CONN-OSHA
- Connecticut DECD (Department of Economic and Community Development) – COVID Resources and Requirements
- COVID Certification – Self Certify Your Business
Kentucky
Maine
- Main DECD (Department of Economic and Community Development) – COVID-19 Checklist Compliance Form
- Main DECD (Department of Economic and Community Development) – COVID-19 Prevention Checklists
- Main State Plan Office – OSHA – MEOSH
Massachusetts
- Massachusetts Reopening – Mandatory Safety Standards for Workplaces
- Massachusetts State COVID Site – COVID Response
Michigan
- Michigan Labor and Economic Opportunity – Workplace Safety Guidance
- Michigan Labor and Economic Opportunity – Reopening Checklist
- MIOSHA – COVID-19 Interim Enforcement Plan
- MIOSHA – COVID-19 Workplace Guidelines
Minnesota
- Minnesota State Industry Guidance – Stay Safe Guidance
- Minnesota COVID-19 Preparedness – COVID-19 Preparedness Plan and Industry Guidance
New Hampshire
New Mexico
New York
- New York State COVID-19 Response – Return to Work Training
- New York Blueprint for Return to Work – Un-Pause New York
Oregon
Rhode Island
- Rhode Island Department of Health – COVID-19 Information
- Rhode Island Department of Health – Emergency Rules
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
- Department of Labor and Industries – COVID Prevention
- Washington State – COVID Reopening Guidance for Businesses and Workers
Health Resources
Nothing is more important than you and your family’s health. You can find guidelines and recommendations from the CDC here, along with other resources to help keep your family healthy.
- Centers for Disease Control
- Coronavirus.gov
- Health Resources & Services Administration
- Find Your State Health Department
- Medicare & Telemedicine
Federal and Unemployment Resources
In the unfortunate event that you or a family member experiences sickness or becomes unemployed, here are some resources for potential help with wage replacement.
- Department of Labor – Families First Act – Employee Paid Leave Rights
- Department of Labor – Announcement regarding state flexibility for UI eligibility
- Find a State Unemployment Agency
- California Unemployment
Tax and Other Resources
- IRS – Coronavirus Tax Relief
- American Institute of CPAs – State Filing Tax Relief Efforts
- Gallagher Bassett – COVID-19 Updates by State
Business Resources
- CARES Act
- COVID-19 Legislative Updates and the Impact to Employers
- ADP Employer Preparedness Toolkit – COVID-19
- ADP – Legislative Updates
- Small Business Guidance & Loan Resources
Working from home? How to Stay Connected.
Working from home may be new territory to many companies and their employees. IES would like to share some of our resources and ideas that we find beneficial to our productivity as well as keeping the company connected and morale high.
- Microsoft Teams
- Zoom
- Virtual Happy Hours
- Scheduled Social Breaks
- Dedicated channels for Info Sharing and “Fun Sharing”
- Incorporate Themes for Activities in your group meetings
Physical and Mental Health Resources
During a time where our access to facilities for physical and mental wellness are no longer an option, these businesses are offering FREE online classes and self care information.
Fitness:
- CorePower Yoga
- YMCA
- Peloton – offering 90-days free on it’s app
- Orangetheory – sharing new 30-minute workout videos each day
- Planet Fitness – Live streaming “Work-Ins” at 7 p.m. ET every day on Facebook.
Mental Health:
- CDC – Talking with children about the Coronavirus
- National Alliance on Mental Illness
- Each Mind Matters
- Crisis Text Line
- It’s Up to Us
- San Diego County Behavioral Health Services
Kids/Educational Resources
With schools closed and many parents now in the role of “teacher” for their children – juggling work and producing educational stimulation can be extremely overwhelming. Even finding entertainment that is kid-friendly and educational can be stressful. These resources are helpful to those needs.
- Amazing Educational Resources – Constantly updated source to education companies offering FREE subscriptions due to schools closing
- KPBS – Having programs for kids by age groups for learning Mon-Fri
- GoNoodle – Movement and mindfulness videos
Military & Veteran Resources
Food & Entertainment
Searching for ways to stay entertained or where you can save some money eating out without leaving home? Here are some great ideas and offers from many businesses.
Major Chain Restaurants Offering FREE Delivery:
- Buca di Beppo
- Burger King
- Chili’s
- Chipotle
- Del Taco
- Denny’s
- El Poll Loco
- Little Caesars
- Outback Steakhouse
- P.F. Chang’s
- Red Lobster
- Ruby Tuesday
Food Delivery Services:
Entertainment:
- Google Arts & Culture – Virtual Tours
- Yellowstone National Park – Virtual Tours
- Metropolitan Opera – Nightly Met Opera Streams
- BroadwayHD – FREE 7-day trial available
- HouseParty – App for playing games or face-to-face group chats with friends
Pet Resources
As avid pet lovers, we recognize even our fur babies can be affected during this time and resources and programs are available for them too.
- San Diego Humane Society
- PAWS San Diego Pantry Program – Supplemental service to help alleviate some of the cost associated with purchasing pet food – while supplies last.
