#BeWellCCESC Newsletter
April 3, 2020
Acts of Compassion, Kindness and Generosity
In the midst of this pandemic, when the news is grim, try lifting your spirits by reading heartwarming stories of compassion and kindness. Every day, there are new stories published about volunteers finding meaningful ways to help those on the frontlines by sewing masks for healthcare workers, donating personal protective equipment and delivering food to emergency room personnel and grocery store workers. Are you feeling inspired to help? Below are a few ways you can support those impacted by COVID-19.
Sew Masks for Cooper
Cooper University Health Care currently has an adequate supply of masks, however they remain in short supply nationwide due to COVID-19. Cooper is looking to be proactive in addressing the possibility of future supply challenges and is calling on all sewing volunteers to help make masks. Our hope is that we won’t need them, but we must plan for the unknown. Learn more.
Plasma Donations from Recovered COVID-19 Patients
The American Red Cross is seeking plasma donations from recovered COVID-19 patients. Learn more.
Feed Families in Need
In response to unforeseen disasters such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the Food Bank of South Jersey established the Emergency Food Fund to enable the organization to respond promptly to emergency food requests while maintaining existing operation. Learn more.
PRACTICE GRATITUDE
WITH GRATITUDE - Wendy Magitz
During these challenging times, it is so reassuring to be surrounded by such exceptional business office support staff. I appreciate everyone’s diligence in performing their tasks and keeping all back-office functions moving forward. I must, however, shine a light on one individual who exemplifies teamwork and the spirit of doing whatever is needed to accomplish the dynamic tasks at hand - Wendy Magitz. Wendy's faith is very important to her and guides her outstanding work ethic. Thank you for everything you do!
Gratefully,
Patrick Madden, Business Administrator
WE ARE CCESC
STAY CONNECTED
"The job coaches participated in a video conference to stay connected. It was very comforting to see the faces of colleagues as we caught up with each other from a distance. Luckily, we’re all healthy, even if we’re feeling a little stir crazy! Sharing this quick hour together provided just the trick to remind us that we’re not alone and that the people who care about us are still there. We decided to make this a weekly routine."
Nina Longer, Program Manager-Transition Services
STAY ENGAGED
"February was long. I was counting down the days until spring break and late breakfasts. I didn’t know then that something historic happening to the education system was just on the horizon. Classrooms have been replaced with laptops and zoom conference calls. However, the passion of educators is more evident than ever. Teachers are engaging students with the same dedication that has always been our forte. The only thing that has changed is the platform."
Elizabeth Racobaldo, Teacher
GOOD NEWS WORTH SHARING
N.J. mom’s window scavenger hunt amuses cooped-up kids during coronavirus shutdown
By Bill Duhart, NJ.com
Thousands of Americans Are Delivering Essentials to People in Need: 'The Outpouring Has Been Wild'
By Morgan Smith, People Magazine
Photo courtesy of Cinnaminson Helping Cinnaminson
Somers Point school staff hold car parade for students: 'We just miss them'
DISCLAIMER
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REMOTE LEARNING RESOURCES
Below are a few resources to help you with remote learning. We're gathering many more in a shared folder. Click here to access the folder.
COVID-19 GENERAL QUESTIONS
The NJ Poison Control Center and 211 have partnered with the State to provide information to the public on COVID-19:
- Call (24/7): 1-800-962-1253
- Text: NJCOVID to 898-211
- Visit nj.gov/health for additional information
WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU
This e-newsletter is joyfully prepared by the CCESC Wellness Committee for our colleagues.
#BeWellCCESC Committee
Kris Farnoly, Marc Mucci, Lori Perlow, Elizabeth Racobaldo, Kathleen Richter, Patricia Russo
Contact Us
Email: LPerlow@camdenesc.org
Website: camdenesc.org
Location: 225 White Horse Avenue, Clementon, NJ, USA
Phone: 856-784-2100
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