SJC RESOURCE LIST - COVID-19


Submitted by [user:field_first_name]

Unemployment Information 3/17/20 From Region 9

The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment

 

The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) has a variety of resources for workers and employers who are impacted by the Coronavirus.

Resources for Workers

Paid sick leave

Workers in certain industries are eligible for up to four days of paid sick leave when experiencing flu-like symptoms AND awaiting test results for COVID-19. The covered industries are:  leisure and hospitality; food services; child care; education, including transportation, food service, and related work at educational establishments; home health, if working with elderly, disabled, ill, or otherwise high-risk individuals and; nursing homes and community living facilities.

Read our FAQs

Unemployment Insurance Benefits

Resources for Employees Whose Employers are Closed or Working Fewer Hours

If you work for a ski resort or other employer that closed or reduced your hours to help stop the spread of COVID-19, you can file or reopen an unemployment claim. Go to coloradoui.gov/fileaclaim.

Read our FAQs (last updated 03-16-20)

Helpful Facts About Unemployment Insurance Benefits (PDF)

Datos Útiles Acerca de los Beneficios de Desempleo (PDF)

For more information about unemployment insurance benefits, go to colorodoui.gov.

Resources for Employers

Alternatives to Laying off Your Employees

The Division of Unemployment Insurance offers a Work-Share Program as an alternative to laying off your employees. Visit the website to see if your business qualifies.

 

 

Mental Health Resources 3/17/20 From Becky Joyce & AXIS Mental Health

 

https://www.fastcompany.com/90477766/feeling-anxious-right-now-these-therapy-apps-can-help-you-manage-your-mental-health

 

If there’s an easier way for me to lay this out, let me know so I can make adjustments. Feel free to share it.

Our crisis line will continue to operate 24/7 so keep giving that out as a resource 970-247-5245.

 

 

Crisis/Therapy

·       Axis Care Hotline: 24/7 local response for your crisis and behavioral health needs at (970) 247-5245. Crisis services are available at no cost to you.

·       Colorado Crisis Line: 1(844)493-TALK (8255), text TALK to 38255 to speak to a trained professional, or chat https://coloradocrisisservices.org/. Crisis services are available at no cost to you.

·       Larkr: on-demand, video therapy available from your iOS or Android device. Self-pay (credit card or FSA). https://larkr.com/

Behavioral Health Resources (Substance use + mental health)

·       Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/media-resources/

·       Young People in Recovery: https://youngpeopleinrecovery.org/

o   All-recovery virtual meeting- Thursdays from 5:30-7pm, Join Hangouts Meet Link: meet.google.com/ipk-dsur-arj Join by phone: +1 857-285-2875 PIN: ‪784 598 911#

·       Embark Recovery online all-recovery meetings everyday at noon and 6pm

o   www.embarkreco.com/events

·       Trevor Project: TrevorLifeline at 1-866-488-7386, 24/7 chat, or TrevorText 678678  https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help-now/

·       Colorado Crisis Services General: https://coloradocrisisservices.org/toolkit/general-campaign/ 

·       Colorado Crisis Services Youth: https://coloradocrisisservices.org/toolkit/youth-campaign/

·       Stress.Org: https://www.stress.org/how-stress-affects-your-body

·       The Real Depression Project Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealDepressionProject/

·       Children’s Mental Health Rocks: ‘Children’s mental health rocks’ is a community to share education, awareness and support for common childhood mental health conditions such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Sensory Processing Disorder. https://www.facebook.com/childrensmentalhealthrocks/

·       Mindsprings: Downloadable resources https://www.mindspringshealth.org/resources-for-todays-world/

·       My Strength app: Use code wellnessweb https://app.mystrength.com/signup/

·       Man Therapy: https://mantherapy.org/

·       Talkspace:  Free therapist-led Facebook support group where individuals can seek guidance, tips, and resources directly from a licensed therapist.

o   Talkspace has also started a COVID-19 channel on Instagram account where you can ask questions related to how you are feeling (anxious, lonely, afraid) during the coronavirus outbreak. Simply use the “Questions” feature on Instagram Stories and one of our licensed therapists will answer your questions daily.

o   Coronavirus-related posts to help guide you through the challenges and feelings unique to this experience. Find all the more in the coming days on the Talkspace Blog.

§  7 Tips to Manage Working from Home During the Coronavirus Outbreak

§  6 Mental Health Tips for Parents During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Fun/motivational/graphics

·       The Latest Kate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelatestkate/?hl=en

·       Red Tractor Designs: https://www.facebook.com/RedTractorDesigns/

Phone resources

·       +1 (800) 273-8255 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

·       +1 (800) 799-7233 National Domestic Violence Hotline

·       +1 (800) 996-6228 Family Violence Helpline

·       +1 (800) 784-2433 National Hopeline Network

·       +1 (800) 366-8288 Self-Harm Hotline

·       +1 (800) 230-7526 Planned Parenthood Hotline

·       +1 (800) 222-1222 American Association of Poison Control Centers

·       +1 (800) 622-2255 Alcoholism & Drug Dependency Hope Line

·       +1 (800) 233-4357 National Crisis Line, Anorexia and Bulimia

·       +1 (888) 843-4564 GLBT Hotline

·       +1 (866) 488-7386 TREVOR Crisis Hotline

·       +1 (800) 422-4453 The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

·       +1 (877) 565-8860 The Trans Lifeline

Mindfulness Apps

Free exercise during COVID-19

·       Corepower Yoga https://www.corepoweryoga.com/

·       Tone It Up App https://www.toneitup.com/

·       Silver Sneakers https://tools.silversneakers.com/ (see Silver Sneakers YouTube channel and https://www.silversneakers.com/learn/ondemand/

·       Fitness Blender https://www.fitnessblender.com/- free workout videos for every fitness level.

·       Yoga with Adriene: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene

·       Wim Hof guided breathing technique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tybOi4hjZFQ

 

I just got this from the owner of the Larkr app which is mentioned in the resources.

https://www.fastcompany.com/90477766/feeling-anxious-right-now-these-therapy-apps-can-help-you-manage-your-mental-health

 

Our crisis line will continue to operate 24/7 so keep giving that out as a resource 970-247-5245.

 

 

Crisis/Therapy

·       Axis Care Hotline: 24/7 local response for your crisis and behavioral health needs at (970) 247-5245. Crisis services are available at no cost to you.

·       Colorado Crisis Line: 1(844)493-TALK (8255), text TALK to 38255 to speak to a trained professional, or chat https://coloradocrisisservices.org/. Crisis services are available at no cost to you.

·       Larkr: on-demand, video therapy available from your iOS or Android device. Self-pay (credit card or FSA). https://larkr.com/

Behavioral Health Resources (Substance use + mental health)

·       Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/media-resources/

·       Young People in Recovery: https://youngpeopleinrecovery.org/

o   All-recovery virtual meeting- Thursdays from 5:30-7pm, Join Hangouts Meet Link: meet.google.com/ipk-dsur-arj Join by phone: +1 857-285-2875 PIN: ‪784 598 911#

·       Embark Recovery online all-recovery meetings everyday at noon and 6pm

o   www.embarkreco.com/events

·       Trevor Project: TrevorLifeline at 1-866-488-7386, 24/7 chat, or TrevorText 678678  https://www.thetrevorproject.org/get-help-now/

·       Colorado Crisis Services General: https://coloradocrisisservices.org/toolkit/general-campaign/ 

·       Colorado Crisis Services Youth: https://coloradocrisisservices.org/toolkit/youth-campaign/

·       Stress.Org: https://www.stress.org/how-stress-affects-your-body

·       The Real Depression Project Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealDepressionProject/

·       Children’s Mental Health Rocks: ‘Children’s mental health rocks’ is a community to share education, awareness and support for common childhood mental health conditions such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, and Sensory Processing Disorder. https://www.facebook.com/childrensmentalhealthrocks/

·       Mindsprings: Downloadable resources https://www.mindspringshealth.org/resources-for-todays-world/

·       My Strength app: Use code wellnessweb https://app.mystrength.com/signup/

·       Man Therapy: https://mantherapy.org/

·       Talkspace:  Free therapist-led Facebook support group where individuals can seek guidance, tips, and resources directly from a licensed therapist.

o   Talkspace has also started a COVID-19 channel on Instagram account where you can ask questions related to how you are feeling (anxious, lonely, afraid) during the coronavirus outbreak. Simply use the “Questions” feature on Instagram Stories and one of our licensed therapists will answer your questions daily.

o   Coronavirus-related posts to help guide you through the challenges and feelings unique to this experience. Find all the more in the coming days on the Talkspace Blog.

§  7 Tips to Manage Working from Home During the Coronavirus Outbreak

§  6 Mental Health Tips for Parents During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Fun/motivational/graphics

·       The Latest Kate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelatestkate/?hl=en

·       Red Tractor Designs: https://www.facebook.com/RedTractorDesigns/

Phone resources

·       +1 (800) 273-8255 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

·       +1 (800) 799-7233 National Domestic Violence Hotline

·       +1 (800) 996-6228 Family Violence Helpline

·       +1 (800) 784-2433 National Hopeline Network

·       +1 (800) 366-8288 Self-Harm Hotline

·       +1 (800) 230-7526 Planned Parenthood Hotline

·       +1 (800) 222-1222 American Association of Poison Control Centers

·       +1 (800) 622-2255 Alcoholism & Drug Dependency Hope Line

·       +1 (800) 233-4357 National Crisis Line, Anorexia and Bulimia

·       +1 (888) 843-4564 GLBT Hotline

·       +1 (866) 488-7386 TREVOR Crisis Hotline

·       +1 (800) 422-4453 The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline

·       +1 (877) 565-8860 The Trans Lifeline

Mindfulness Apps

Free exercise during COVID-19

·       Corepower Yoga https://www.corepoweryoga.com/

·       Tone It Up App https://www.toneitup.com/

·       Silver Sneakers https://tools.silversneakers.com/ (see Silver Sneakers YouTube channel and https://www.silversneakers.com/learn/ondemand/

·       Fitness Blender https://www.fitnessblender.com/- free workout videos for every fitness level.

·       Yoga with Adriene: https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene

·       Wim Hof guided breathing technique: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tybOi4hjZFQ

 

State Business Call Line

 

Have questions regarding assistance for Colorado businesses adversely affected by COVID 19?

Please contact our Business Navigator Hotline:

via email at  oedit_sbnavigator@state.co.us

or by phone at 720.665.7439.

 

*Colorado PEAK: https://coloradopeak.secure.force.com/

 

Can apply for food assistance, medical assistance, cash assistance, child care assistance, and LEAP

 

* LEAP: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdhs/how-do-i-apply

 

Income limits available here as well

Can print applications or apply through PEAK.

Goes through the month of April so apply NOW

Envelopes available to mail to Goodwill in Colorado Springs

Applications can be faxed to 1-855-830-3483 *please wright the name of the applicant on the top of each page of attached documentation (not the application)

Make sure application is complete for faster decisions 

 

Energy Outreach Colorado: https://www.energyoutreach.org/partner-login/

 

 Bill payment assistance

 MUST APPLY FOR LEAP FIRST IF YOU QUALIFY

 Once a year program – you can only apply once from October 2019-September 2020

 One application per household

 Will pay 2 bills totaling $1000 or less (usually propane and electricity)

 Completed application, Photo ID, and the bill that needs paid are required

 Return to the Social Service Office

 

* Commodities Distribution: Last Tuesday of every month unless otherwise posted

 March 31, 2020 from 1pm-3pm in the basement of the courthouse

 Must qualify by income before receiving

 Limited amounts available/restrictions will apply

 Processes may be changed due to COVID-19

 

*Questions/More Information:

Kristina Rhoades

San Juan County Social Services

Phone: 970-387-5631

Fax: 970-387-5326 kristina.rhoades@co.laplata.co.us

 

SBA Low Interest Disaster  Business Loans

 

The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering designated states and territories low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). All 64 Colorado counties have been advanced by Governor Jared Polis for inclusion in the U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program. We are still awaiting final approval from SBA and will share updates once we know more. Until then, here is how you can prepare.

 

ELIGIBLE ENTITIES:

 

  • Applicants must meet the SBA requirements of a small business (500 employees or fewer)
  • Businesses directly affected by COVID-19
  • Businesses that offer services directly related to the businesses in the declaration
  • Other businesses indirectly related the industry that are likely to be harmed by losses in their community (Example: Manufacturer of widgets may be eligible as well as the wholesaler and retailer of the product)

 

INELIGIBLE ENTITIES:

 

  • Agricultural Enterprises: If the primary activity of the business (including its affiliates) is as defined in Section 18(b)(1) of the Small Business Act, neither the business nor its affiliates are eligible for EIDL assistance.
  • Religious Organizations
  • Charitable Organizations
  • Gambling Concerns (Ex: Concerns that derive more that 1/3 of their annual gross revenue from legal gambling activities)
  • Casinos & Racetracks (Ex: Businesses whose purpose for being is gambling (e.g., casinos, racetracks, poker parlors, etc.) are not eligible for EIDL assistance regardless of 1/3 criteria above.
  • Cannabis Industry

 

LOAN APPROVAL CRITERIA:

 

  • Credit History: Applicants must have a credit history acceptable to SBA.
  • Repayment: SBA must determine that the applicant business has the ability to repay the SBA loan.
  • Eligibility: The applicant business must be physically located in a declared county and suffered working capital losses due to the declared disaster, not due to a downturn in the economy or other reasons.

 

HOW MUCH YOU CAN BORROW:

 

  • Eligible entities may qualify for loans up to $2 million. 
  • The interest rates for this disaster are 3.75 percent for small businesses and 2.75 percent for nonprofit organizations with terms up to 30 years. 
  • Eligibility for these working capital loans are based on the size (must be a small business) and type of business and its financial resources.  

 

HOW THE FUNDS CAN BE USED:

 

These working capital loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills that could have been paid had the disaster not occurred. The loans are not intended to replace lost sales or profits or for expansion. Funds cannot be used to pay down long-term debt.

 

WHAT IS NEEDED TO APPLY:

 

  • Completed SBA loan application (SBA Form 5).
  • Tax Information Authorization (IRS Form 4506T) for the applicant, principals and affiliates.
  • Complete copies of the most recent Federal Income Tax Return.
  • Schedule of Liabilities (SBA Form 2202).
  • Personal Financial Statement (SBA Form 413).
  • Income, balance sheet, and cash flow documents.
  • Other Information may also be requested.

 

WHEN COLORADO WILL BE ELIGIBLE:


All 64 Colorado counties have been advanced by Governor Jared Polis for inclusion in the U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program. We are still awaiting final approval from SBA and will share updates once we know more.

placeholder