This is about to be the most substantial economic stimulus measure in modern history. Here are five significant takeaways.

1. The government will send $1,200 in direct payments to taxpayers with incomes up to $75,000/year. Families will receive an additional $500 per child.

2. Unemployment benefits will grow and be available to many more Americans. Expansion of the benefits will extend job insurance by 13 weeks and include a four-month enhancement of benefits. It has been broadened to include gig workers and freelancers!!

3. Small businesses are eligible to receive emergency loans if they pledge NOT to lay off their workers. Loans would be forgiven if the employer continued to pay workers for the duration of the crisis.

4. Larger companies can receive a government bailout loan, but there are several strings attached.

5. Struggling hospitals will receive aid. $100 billion will be available to hospitals and health systems across the country. It also includes billions more to provide personal and protective equipment and increases support for health care workers, testing supplies, and new construction to house affected patients.

The world is in a pretty stressful state right now. With the #Coronavirus pandemic taking over our daily “norm,” it’s important to stay grounded and tuned-in to your emotions. Remember, mental health plays a big part in physical health!

Here are some low-cost/free resources to help promote relaxation, anxiety management and mental wellbeing.

• Talkspace is offering a free 7-day trial. You can connect with licensed therapists and access free mental health resources.

• BetterUp has posted free workouts and articles to help relieve stress and anxiety.

• Headspace is offering free access to all K-12 teachers, school administrators, and supporting staff as well as health care professionals. They have also created a collection of content called Weathering the Storm is also available free to everyone.

• WoeBot is an online chatbot that takes you through basic relaxation and cognitive therapy techniques.

• Simple Habit is offering free premium memberships to help with meditation and breathing techniques.

How have you been managing your mental health?? Comment below!

It's hard to imagine the sunnier days ahead, but we WILL get there!

For me, I am enjoying every snuggle with my baby because I know before too long I will be back to work and she will be back to daycare. Let's try and make the most of a tough time!

What are somethings that you are doing to stay positive during the Coronavirus epidemic?

#motivation #coronavirus

For updated and specific info about Coronavirus in your area of Maine go to this page on the state government site:

https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/infectious-disease/epi/airborne/coronavirus.shtml

#maine #coronavirus

Lots of good resources for people in NOLA and all of LA. Food Service, Unemployment, Gig worker relief, Housing/legal, Mental Health support. https://ready.nola.gov/incident/coronavirus/resources/

#Louisiana #Coronavirus

If you have concerns about your medical examination and certification, and renewal of your license during coronavirus, read this link below (the bulleted items are the main part). Basically, in response to COVID-19, yesterday the DOT has waived some requirements for CDLs, CLPs, and non-CDLs from now June 30, 2020. Thank you for what you are doing and hopefully this gives you one less thing for concern.

https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/emergency/fmcsa-cdl-waiver-32420

#trucking #keepworking #employment #coronavirus

With #coronavirus significantly impacting the daily lives of residents across #Massachusetts, many are having to pay more attention to how and where they get their food — and just how readily that food might be available.

Here's some information on how to access food banks, grocery store news, and what restaurants can and can’t do during this time, plus what city and state officials are saying about food availability during the coronavirus pandemic.

https://www.boston.com/food/local-news-2/2020/03/24/guide-to-food-availability-during-coronavirus-pandemic

Just saw a story that Schnucks and Dollar General are also participating in a "senior hour", where only senior citizens are allowed to be in the stores for shopping. What a great idea, what do others think?

Here's the article I saw: https://www.news-gazette.com/coronavirus/senior-hour-at-area-grocery-stores-feedback-has-been-very/article_7ae03a49-882f-53e2-9fcb-26e5f3170001.html

From the News-Gazette #Champaign #UIUC #Urbana #Illini

#illinois

A hotline to help critical workers find child care during the COVID-19 pandemic has been launched by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. For more info visit the NCDHHS website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/public-health/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-response-north-carolina/child-care

#northcarolina #childcare #coronavirus

We want the children to be safe but not isolated from each other. Hard to explain the 6 feet of separation to kids who just want to be kids.Any advice is welcome,Ford