CARES Act Summarized in 7-Bullets | Working alongside our expert partners, we have summarized the key aspects of the CARES Act content, specifically for our hospitality businesses; however, this information is a good overview for ALL industries. Click HERE
Mental Health | According to a recent poll (sponsored by the APA), 48% of Americans are anxious about getting the coronavirus, and 62% are concerned for a loved one contracting the coronavirus. COVID-19 is impacting the mental well-being of many for a variety of reasons, whether it's concerns for personal health or career and financial health. Many mental health practitioners are making themselves available virtually. Here is a list of resources available to YOU:
Disaster Distress Helpline: Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 800-273-8255 or Chat with Lifeline
rriggins@bcmhcal.com / 251-379-4625 (Robin Riggins, Baldwin County Mental Health Center)
SCAMS & Cyber Security | In this new world of telecommuting, scammers, hackers, and other ill intentioned individuals are also evolving. Cyber security experts advise you to think critically and analyze messages you receive that may appear to be about COVID-19 info. As well, be sure to check your video conferencing settings to prevent "gate crashing" or "Zoom-bombing". Lastly, check out this great, short video about working from home.
Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) | For accurate and reliable updates from the Baldwin County EMA follow their Facebook page. In order to best advocate for you, our members, the Chambers have representatives present during the Baldwin County EMA Partner Call everyday at 3pm.
We ask that you please remember to support your local restaurants! Check out the list here:
TAKEOUT BLITZ.
