Every day we are experiencing change due to COVID-19. New information is being released, regulations are being changed and the economy is becoming challenging for everyone, Easterseals included.
Over the past three weeks, throughout the entire agency, we have not only been seeking relief funds, but also implementing cost savings measures (including but not limited to, suspension of services, staff reassignment and furloughing of staff, and a voluntary salary reduction for the Executive Leadership team).
Through all of these unprecedented times, Easterseals has and will rely on our staff to make a difference throughout our communities. We appreciate the hard work and dedication of all who are helping the agency persevere through these historic times. We know that with the tremendous staff we have supporting Easterseals, we will come out of this stronger and more resilient than ever!
I am not sure if I have been exposed to the coronavirus, who can I talk to?
Occupational Health line at (603) 621-3563
Shauna Tyler, Medical Assistant at (603) 716-6086
Joanne Jones, Nurse at (603) 621-3548
Chelsea Sheppard, Nurse at (603) 621-3546
Liz McIntyre, Occupational Health Nurse at (603) 930-6355
I have questions about my employment status, who can I talk to?
We have expanded the hours staff can contact the employee connect line to seven days a week from 8 AM to 9 PM. Call
(603) 621-3439.
You can also send an email to
hrhelp@eastersealsnh.org
.
What does a “stay at home” order mean?
A stay at home order requires the closure of non-essential businesses. People are encouraged to stay at home and away from other people.
- Essential businesses, such as Easterseals, will remain open and staff should continue to work as previously agreed upon with supervisor.
- We encourage staff to keep their employee badge with them at all times.
- People can still leave their homes to go food shopping, for medical care, for exercise and other activities as long as they continue to practice safe social distancing.
Easterseals typically prepares for benefits open enrollment this time of year, will this still occur?
Yes, we will still have our benefits open enrollment but it will likely look different this year. More information will be available in the coming weeks, but for now:
- We are working to provide education and enrollment assistance virtually.
- An annual physical is a component of the wellness incentive. We understand that many staff have had their physical’s rescheduled due to the coronavirus. We are working to adapt our wellness incentive so that staff can still qualify for the incentive.
Did you know that ConvenientMD is now offering virtual urgent care?
To better serve patients and the community in this time of need, ConvenientMD have made a few changes to ensure the highest level of care and the utmost safety of our teams and communities. Virtual Urgent Care allows for patients to speak with a ConvenientMD provider face-to-face from the safety and comfort of their home. Currently available in New Hampshire from 8am-4pm, 7 days a week.
Click here
for more information!
What’s all the fuss about social distancing?
Social distancing is purposefully increasing the physical space between people to avoid the spread of illness. Staying at least 6 feet away from other people lessens your chances of catching COVID–19. The rapid spread of the coronavirus is likely due to the movements of people who are unaware of the fact that they may have contracted the virus. This is likely because they have mild or no symptoms at all. This is why social distancing is such an important containment measure. The picture below really demonstrates the importance of social distancing.
