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July 2020 Edition

C.E.O. Clinton Twp. - Creative Empowerment Program

Macomb County Autistic Program

Administrative Offices

34820 Harper Ave.

Clinton Twp., MI 48035

(586) 569-4250

C.E.O. Mt. Clemens

308 N. Gratiot Mt. Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 493-9715

C.E.O. Anchorville

9974 Dixie Hwy. P.O. Box 229

Anchorville, MI 48004

(586) 716-9920

C.E.O. Pontiac

345 Edison St. Pontiac, MI 48342

(248) 858-7847

C.E.O. Washington

59027 Van Dyke

Washington, MI 48094

586) 935-1500

C.E.O. Westland

6615 N. Venoy

Westland, MI 48185

(734) 727-0872

Questions, comments, article ideas?

We would love to hear from you!

Please check the website for current news and information

Our website:

Executive Director: Kathleen Kunz-Pielack

This newsletter is a publication of C.E.O. - Editor: Stephanie Hess

Mission Statement:

We believe that all people are entitled to respect, dignity, independence, community integration and the opportunity to make choices in their own future.

Clinton Twp:

Sandra Raad- Program Supervisor

Darlene Underwood- Sr. Program Manager

Latesha Marks- Program Manager

Jamie Peck- Program Manager

Mt. Clemens:

Kim Atwood- Program Supervisor

Kathy Overbay- Program Manager

Anchorville:

Kim Atwood- Program Supervisor

Jennie Whitmer- Program Manager

Pontiac/ Madison Hgts:

Cara Flockhart- Program Supervisor

Latonia Hunter- Program Manager

Renee Ayotte- Program Manager

Washington:

Anne Bieri- Program Supervisor

Westland:

Ron Peguies- Program Supervisor

Tommy Clark- Program Manager

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In support of Governor Whitmer’s executive order to reduce the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) by asking people to avoid large gatherings, we must all do our part to promote the safety of our community. This includes some services being discontinued for a short period of time.

As soon as we are able to re-open our community center doors, we will inform all Persons Served, Homes, Parents, Guardians, Stakeholders and Employees!

Please continue to Stay Home and Stay Safe! #AloneTogether

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services: coronavirus

Centers for Disease control and Prevention: COVID-19

Hot Lunch Information

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What to Know About COVID-19 and Blood Donation

The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood and platelet donations to prevent another blood shortage as hospitals resume all surgical procedures and patient treatments that were temporarily paused earlier this spring in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In recent weeks, hospital demand for blood products has significantly increased by 30% since demand sharply declined in early April amid this rapidly changing and complex environment. At the same time, blood drives continue to be canceled as many businesses and community organizations remain closed.

Each Red Cross blood drive and donation center follows the highest standards of safety and infection control.

There is no known end date in this fight against coronavirus, and the Red Cross urgently needs the help of donors and blood drive hosts to ensure blood products are readily available for patients. If you are feeling well, please make an appointment to give by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting or calling 1-800-RED CROSS.

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Pumping Gas Without Passing Along Germs

When you fill up your car, you have to touch the same gas pump that everyone else has handled— there’s no avoiding it! While we can’t guarantee that everyone else who has touched it has taken the proper precautions to prevent the spread of germs, you can make sure that you do your part to keep those around you safe and illness free.

• Wear gloves – You might feel a little silly doing it but wearing disposable gloves will help prevent the spread of any germs to your hands.

• Carry disinfectant – If you have it available, use disinfecting wipes before and after you pump your gas. You’ll want to check the CDC’s list of effective disinfectants to ensure what you have available is effective.

• Wash your hands – When you’re finished pumping your gas, wash your hands thoroughly. You’ll want to follow these steps to make sure you’re properly cleaning them:

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

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Clean and disinfect surfaces around your home and work frequently.

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…to everyone celebrating in July:

milestones (Age ending in a "0" or "5") this year:

Donald B.- 85th

Roy M.- 65th

Diane M.- 65th

Kimberly E.- 55th

Sam E.- 55th

Claire H.- 45th

Joseph J.- 40th

Michael M.- 40th

Joseph T.- 30th

Jennifer R.- 30th

And to all employees who are also celebrating birthdays!

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A big “Thank You” to our dedicated employees celebrating employment anniversaries in July:

Donna Abbott- 12 years

Greg Garcia- 12 years

Jean DeLeon- 10 years

Hellena Smith- 8 years

Nikkole Crane- 5 years

San Juanita Gonzalez- 4 years

Antonee Nobles- 4 years

Rhonda Palazzola- 3 years

Cynthia Peete-Frailey- 3 years

Camille Riley-Stiger- 2 years

Cynthia Pittman- 1 year

Emily Prall- 1 year

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Beaches and Pools During COVID-19

The places we visit to swim, play, and relax in water include beaches — swim areas in oceans, lakes, and other natural bodies of water — and pools, water playgrounds, and hot tubs. There is no evidence that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can spread to people through water in these places.

The virus is thought to spread mostly person-to-person, by respiratory droplets released when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. The virus might also spread to hands from a contaminated surface and then to the nose, mouth, or possibly eyes. Infected people can spread the virus whether or not they have symptoms.

Fortunately, there are several actions you can take to reduce your risk of getting or spreading the virus when you go to public swim areas, such as beaches, pools, water playgrounds, and hot tubs.

Before you go

• Stay home if you have symptoms of COVID-19, have been diagnosed with COVID-19, are waiting for COVID-19 test results, or were recently exposed to someone with COVID-19.

• Check to see if the public swim area, pool, water playground, or hot tub has steps in place to prevent the spread of the virus.

• Bring supplies that help you and others stay healthy—for example, a cloth face covering (or two, for each person, in case one gets wet), hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, disinfectant wipes, tissues, and paper towels.

Use social distancing in and out of the water

• Whether you’re in or out of the water, stay at least 6 feet away from people you don’t live with.

• Avoid crowded swim areas, beaches, pools, water playgrounds, and hot tubs where you cannot stay 6 feet away from others.

Wear a cloth face covering

• Wear cloth face coverings when you are not in the water.

o Do not place a cloth face covering on children younger than 2 years of age or on anyone who has trouble breathing or is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the cover without help.

• Face coverings are especially important when physical distancing is hard.

Wash hands often and avoid sharing items

• Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating or drinking and when you arrive and leave the swim area. If soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol and rub until your hands are dry.

o Hand sanitizers are not as effective when hands are visibly dirty or greasy, so wipe sand or dirt off before applying it.

• Avoid sharing items, such as food, equipment, toys, and supplies, with people who don’t live with you.

• If you are not wearing your cloth face covering, make sure to cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or inside of your elbow, throw the tissue in the trash, and wash your hands immediately, or if soap and water are not available, use hand sanitizer.

Check out more information on how to protect yourself and others. Know the symptoms of COVID-19, and contact your health care provider if you develop symptoms. Swimming does carry some health and safety risks. Visit CDC’s Healthy Swimming website for information to help you prevent illness and drowning, so you can safely enjoy the fun and health benefits of swimming.



Mental Health Resources

If you’re feeling emotional distress caused by COVID-19, help is near. This page offers many ways you can connect to emotional-support services without leaving home.

 

MDHHS COVID-19 Hotline and Email Response

Dedicated to addressing questions about COVID-19 illness, executive orders and various related issues.

Call: 1-888-535-6136  / 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., 7 days a week

Email:  COVID19@ / 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday

 

Headspace web service

A collection of meditation, sleep and movement exercises designed to help keep a strong and healthy mind. Free to Michiganders (normally a paid service).

Visit:  mi

 

National Disaster Distress Helpline

Offers 24/7 crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress.

Call: 1-800-985-5950

Text:  66746

 

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Provides free and confidential support 24/7 to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress.

Call: 1-800-273-8255

Visit: 

 

Michigan PEER Warmline

Staffed by peer support specialists, the warmline is for those living with serious mental health and/or substance use challenges. Provides resource referral and shared experience of recovery and hope.

Call:  1-888-PEER-753   (888-733-7753) 

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