Links for Information on Coronavirus (COVID-19) & Resources for Businesses

Links for Information on Coronavirus (COVID-19) & Resources for Businesses
March 29, 2020

Here are some resources for you to navigate this difficult and unprecedented time.  It is important to stay informed, but watching the news 24/7 is not good for our stress levels.  Take some time to step back and focus on something positive.

Fact Sheet    Symptoms  Sick? Fact Sheet    Stop the Spread of Germs    Share Facts       Reducing Panic  Seneca County Health Dept.

Resources for Adults Coping with the COVID-19 Pandemic

FAQ Stay at Home Order

Seneca County Health Dept. Commissioner Beth Schweitzer is hosting a live video conference on  Wednesdays at 10:30 am.  This conference can be seen live on the Seneca County General Health District and Seneca County Commissioners Facebook pages.  Questions should be addressed to Jimmy Flint, Seneca County Public Relations Coordinator at jflint@senecacountyohio.gov.   The videos will be posted to the Seneca County Commissioners YouTube video page when finished.

Governor DeWine is holding daily press briefings at 2:00 p.m. to deliver the most recent updates as well as give updated guidance for the state’s response. These press events are carried live at OhioChannel.org.

Here is information for employees:

Here is guidance with regard to how people should complete screens to file their weekly claims. Even though the job search requirement has been waived, ODJFS hasn’t had the time or resources to be able to make this update in the system.  Instructions for Filing Weekly Claims Related to COVID-19.pdf

Ohio Unemployment Benefits for Workers - Information at your fingertips for filing online.   Note: When filing via self-service (online), your application will be effective in the week the application is filed. If you wish to have the application effective for a previous week, you must file by phone at 1-877-644-6562.  Worker's Self-Service User Guide

The Worker’s Guide to Unemployment Compensation contains general information regarding your responsibilities and rights to receive unemployment benefits. The information is not law – it is provided only to assist you in the unemployment claims process.  Worker’s Guide

This BWC frequently asked questions document contains information that may interest both employees and their employers.  For questions about COVID-19’s effect on BWC, you can email BWCCOVID19@bwc.state.oh.us.

Here are some resources for businesses:

T-SEP:  Business Resources for Coronavirus  

CARES Act

Compliance Considerations for Employers        Letter to Employers from Seneca County Health Dept.

Coronavirus and Unemployment Insurance Benefits

IRS Issues Guidance on Tax Credits for COVID-19 Paid Leave

We were told by the SBA that they recommend using Internet Explorer or Edge when applying for the Economic Injury Disaster Loan.  For help with applying for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan or check on the status:  Call 800-659-2955 or e-mail disastercustomerservice@sba.gov or text telephone (TTY) by calling 1-800-877-8339.

Economic Injury Disaster Loan

 

CDC has Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers
Ohio Department of Health has a Businesses/Employers - COVID-19 Checklist

    COVID-19 for Businesses                   

NOACC:  COVID-19 updates     

Coronavirus and Retail Business - WhizBang! Retail Training

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