As a mission-based nonprofit, BAYADA is working diligently to ensure every caregiver has the tools and resources they need to continue the work that they’ve been called to do—taking care of people in their homes, safely. And that’s especially true as we begin to care for more and more people with COVID-19, as they recover at home.
To keep our caregivers and clients protected and supported, we’ve mobilized:
1. A centralized warehouse to collect, organize, and quickly disseminate critical equipment and supplies.
What We Need: Protective equipment and supplies, including N95 face masks, goggles, gloves, gowns, hand sanitizer, protective barriers, and disinfectant wipes. Finding an adequate supply is challenging, so in-kind donations of these items are needed in addition to financial contributions.
2. A multi-channel support program to help our employees with financial assistance, childcare needs, and emotional support services.
What We Need: Funds to help meet the current and anticipated needs of a workforce impacted by COVID-19.
3. Specialized clinical teams to offer extra services in the community—which aren’t reimbursed by insurance—on our own and in partnership with public authorities and other health care institutions.
What We Need: Funds to develop new and innovative community health solutions, including telehealth, which is not reimbursed by insurance.
4. A coordinated response team providing our employees with most current information, CDC guidelines, training, and around-the-clock support.
What We Need: Additional resources to educate our staff on proper precautions to limit the spread of Coronavirus, such as fit testing, screening and assessments, and more.