Please see the Drive-Up Testing flyer for details on location and where to call to get a prescription for COVID-19 testing!
Please also see the COVID testing flyer for another location providing drive-up testing in May!
Caregiver of the month of April: Jane Elliott
ExpertCare would like to applaud Jane for her continued effort and determination she has contributed over the past 5 years working with us. She is being recognized by ExpertCare staff and Supports Coordination through Macomb County for always going above and beyond with her consumer. She has proven herself to always be reliable and provide adequate support to make sure her client is getting everything he needs. Even when faced with a challenging situation, she continues to be polite and always show professionalism. ExpertCare truly appreciates everything she does and is very proud to have her represent ExpertCare in the field. Thank you for your hard work and dedication in changing the lives of others.
Thank you for demonstrating ExpertCare’s core values of:
Helping People Succeed
Passion for Success
Can Do Attitude
The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Program is providing temporary funding for emergency food needs to families with students between the ages of 5 and 18 who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals. Please see the P-EBT Program flyer for all details!
Please see the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food Planning Guide during CoVID-19. This includes additional contacts, guides, and activities!
Gleaners Food Bank is offering free food distribution on April 30th for households with children. Please click on the Gleaners flyer for details!
Please click on the Online Peer Support flyer from the Disability Network Oakland & Macomb. This is an online support group for adults that meet virtually through video or phone.
Please also see this MDHHS Release for information regarding the launch of a warmline to help individuals with mental issues during this challenging time.
Amazon has canceled the subscriptions of books and audio stories for children and students of all ages as long as schools are closed! Kids everywhere can instantly stream a collection of stories across six different languages to enable them to keep dreaming and learning.
All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet. Use the following link to start streaming:
https://stories.audible.com/start-listen
ExpertCare Employees,
On behalf of the ExpertCare administration I want to thank you for your hard work and dedication. I’m humbled at the bravery, tireless effort and commitment demonstrated by our caregivers and therapists. Each of you continue to provide essential support services and care for our clients. Now more than ever the work you do is crucial to our highly vulnerable population of clients who depend on you.
Last week you provided services to 607 clients throughout Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, Genesee, Livingston, and Washtenaw county! The tireless commitment has not gone unnoticed. I deeply appreciate your dedication as ExpertCare’s front line staff and I am grateful for your work!
During this time of PPE shortages, we all need to do our part to conserve and use PPE appropriately so that it is available where it is most needed. ExpertCare has a limited supply of surgical masks, gloves and hand sanitizer. If you are in need of PPE or hand sanitizer, please contact our office to coordinate pick up or shipment. The office number is 248-643-8900.
If you would like additional training to improve infection control and prevention practices please send an email to sharvey@expertcare.com.
As we continue to provide services, it is crucial we continue to take preventative measures and self-monitor for signs of illness consistent with COVID-19. If you have symptoms of an illness please contact your primary care health provider or the local health department and do not report to work. Please notify ExpertCare at 248-643-8900 if you are unable to report to your shift.
The ExpertCare team is still maintaining our daily business operations and coordination of services to ensure individuals who depend on us are receiving the support services they need. We encourage you to contact the office at 248-643-8900 if you have any questions or concerns.
You have our heartfelt appreciation and gratitude for the work you do each day.
Stay safe and healthy,
Lauren Sclesky
CEO
Please also see the COVID-19 flyer from MDHHS on what to do if you think you may have been exposed the virus.
Please click on the April 2020 ExpertCare Chronicle to see what is happening this month!
