It is important for all employers to monitor the Coronavirus outbreak and implement strategies to protect their customers and workers while ensuring the continuation of their operations. Following are links to variety of resources to help educate employers and employees on how to prepare for and address the impacts of the Coronavirus.
STATE UPDATES & RESOURCES
Commonwealth of MA COVID-19 Updates (upd. daily)
Governor Baker’s Emergency Order
Updated List of Essential Businesses
Statehouse News Coronavirus Live Tracker
CDC Guidance for Employers and Businesses
Massachusetts Dept. of Health Coronavirus Updates
Massachusetts Department of Unemployment
*One week waiting period waived*
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Benefits
Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development Updates
COVID-19 Unemployment Eligibility
Guidance and Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
Bartender Emergency Assistance Program
Massachusetts COVID-19 Relief Fund
WorkShare Program
a tool to help employers avoid layoffs during a downturn
Rapid Response Program
working closely with companies to avert layoffs and keep a skilled workforce engaged in the existing regional economy or industry
EMERGENCY LOAN & GRANT FUNDING
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
City of Fitchburg Emergency Grant Opportunity
City of Leominster Small Grant Program
Town of Clinton Small Business Resiliency Program
City of Worcester Emergency Grant Opportunity
Business Equity COVID-19 Emergency Fund
Mass Cultural Council COVID-19 Relief Efforts: For Individuals | For Organizations
CHAMBER RESOURCES
A Message from the Chamber President
CARES Act – Everything You Need to Know
U.S. Chamber’s Guidance for Employers to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus
Workplace tips for Employees from the U.S. Chamber
MWCC COVID-19 Student Emergency Fund
United Way of North Central Massachusetts COVID-19 Stand United Fund
