Resources to Assist During the COVID-19 Pandemic

With COVID-19 producing business challenges, worldwide, Growth Dimensions will continually provide needed resources, in response to impacts felt by businesses and workers during this time. We are proactively in contact with local, state, and federal agencies and organizations to identify needs and provide the best possible resources and tools to help affected businesses, essential employers and employees during this global crisis.

We have also partnered with Forward Boone County, to bring you the most relevant information as we navigate through the state's 5-Phase reopening approach.

If you experience a need or resource we have not added to this page, please feel free to reach out to us directly at 815.547.4252 or by email at office@growthdimensions.org.

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Stay up-to-date on the latest COVID-19 information, from reputable resources.

Phase 5: Illinois Restored

U.S. Dept. of the Treasury: Assistance for Small Businesses

CDC Guidance for Workplaces and Small Businesses

Local Resources

www.sba.gov

Health and government officials are working together to maintain the safety, security, and health of the American people. Small businesses are encouraged to do their part to keep their employees, customers, and themselves healthy.

Learn from the SBA by visiting their Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Guidance & Resources site.

View Active SBA Lenders In Illinois

COVID-19 Relief: What Are My Options? (April 23rd Webinar)

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www.nicorgas.com

1-888-642-6748

At Nicor Gas, safety is their number one value. Their primary concern continues to be the safety and well-being of their employees, customers and communities. As a business responsible for critical infrastructure, they are committed to sustaining their business operations during this challenging time. Nicor Gas put protective measures in place when it’s necessary for their employees to have direct contact with customers to protect from the potential spread of COVID-19. This guidance is based on the best practice recommendations from the CDC and OSHA and continues to evolve.

As always, their 24/7 Call Center at 1-888-642-6748 is available to customers to contact them if they have any questions or need to report a natural gas issue. They are continuing on as business as usual with the exception of some of their employees working remotely.

www.comed.com

Residential: 1-800-EDISON-1 (1-800-334-7661)
Spanish: 1-800-95-LUCES (1-800-955-8237)
Business: 1-877-4-COMED-1 (1-877-426-6331)

From the ComEd website...

We care about our employees, contractors, and customers and our efforts will ensure that we are prepared to manage potential impacts from the spread of COVID-19 as we monitor the developments closely. We're here to help our customers through financial hardship. We're suspending disconnects for customers unable to pay their bills and waiving new late payments charges through at least May 1st. We'll be working with customers on a case-by-case basis to establish payment arrangements and identify energy assistance options to address their specific needs. Learn more here.

www.magna.com/

In an era where collaboration and sharing best practices is in everyone's best interest, Magna has made their "Smart Start Handbook" available to Growth Dimensions to share with the public.

A NOTE TO ALL READERS FROM MAGNA
"The information contained in the Magna Smart Start Playbook represents our current practices and recommendations for our manufacturing operations and office locations around the world, during this time of the unprecedented COVID 19 pandemic. Applicable policies regarding Magna’s pandemic response include The Company’s Infectious Disease Protocol and COVID 19 Workplace Contingency Plan."

www.theworkforceconnection.org

(815) 847-7574 | TTY (800) 526-0844

Although The Workforce Connection sites are not open to the public, employees from our One-Stop Operator Partners, Goodwill and Rock Valley College, as well as board staff are temporarily working remotely until further notice. IDES staff remain on-site at this time but are not open to the public. Career planners are still available by phone and email as a service to individuals, as well as the business service team members for employers who are looking for additional resources and assistance.

The Workforce Connection’s hiring events and workshops have been postponed until further notice. The Workforce Connection website and social media outlets will provide updates, resources, and interesting ideas about what can be done online for career seekers and employers.

Take The Workforce Connections 3 Question Survey

This short questionnaire will allow them to determine your needs in order to help you with averting layoffs, increasing the skills and training of your employees or supporting your organization with hiring needs.

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Workforce Wisdom Podcast

www.belviderefamilyymca.org

815-547-5307 | info@belviderefamilyymca.org

The Belvidere Family YMCA is committed to following the safety precautions set forth by the CDC and Boone County Health Department. They are here to serve essential workers while they carry out the important work our community depends on.

Belvidere Family YMCA Tier 3 Playbook

https://corporate.comcast.com/covid-19

If you have employees working from home, Comcast may be able to assist with internet service. Check out their dedicated COVID-19 wepage to learn more about the steps and they have taken to make internet more accessible.