No, the Board of Health does not have any ability to provide tests or to prioritize testing. You must contact a health care provider or a private testing site. They will test if you meet the current criteria for testing.
Grocery Stores Grocery stores remain open, with strict social distancing regulations, during this crisis. Free Meals and Local Resources Holyoke Public School Grab & Go food program: https://www.hps.holyoke.ma.us/families/cafeteria-menu/ Holyoke Boys & Girls Club dinner program: Monday through Friday from 5pm - 630pm. The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts: https://www.foodbankwma.org/ Kate's Kitchen: http://www.provministries.org/locations/kates-kitchen/ Bethlehem Baptist Community...
Local Employee Resource Guide MassHire Holyoke has developed a resource guide for employees during this time. The Family First Act The Family First Act provides employees expanded sick time for Covid-19 related needs including quarantine, caring for ill family members, and child care. MassHealth and Unemployment Benefits MassHealth insurance enrollment has been extended at this...
Holyoke Business Resource Page The Holyoke Chamber of Commerce has developed a resource page in support of local businesses. The page includes up-to-date information for small business owners, lists of local businesses still open, and other news pertaining to our local economy. Holyoke Chamber of Commerce Covid-19 Resource page Weekly Calls with Local Businesses The...
“It has been devastating to hear about the full extent of the COVID-19 outbreak at the Soldiers’ Home. While I am grateful that the State is now taking swift action to ensure residents and staff get necessary care and treatment, I am grief-stricken for those we have already lost, and my heart goes out...
On Sunday President Trump extended the voluntary national shutdown through April 30. The federal guidelines recommend against large group gatherings and urge older people and anyone with existing health problems to stay home. People are urged to work at home when possible and avoid restaurants, bars, non-essential travel and shopping trips. Massachusetts has created a website...
PPE Donations can be delivered to the main entrance of Holyoke Medical Center, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. If you call 413.534.2500 when you arrive, a team member will go out to your car to collect the donation from you. Learn more Massachusetts has launched a website for volunteers and donations of...
