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Alliance for Workforce Development Locations
COVID-19 Resources for Job Seekers
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Alliance for Workforce Development
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State of California EDD
Unemployment and Disability Insurance. Paid Family Leave and Links to other COVID-19 info for workers. -
County Social Service Departments
CalFresh benefits for groceries. Emergency Cash Aid to help cover household expenses. MediCal Benefits for Healthcare access. Electronic applications for benefits are available from you County Department of Social Services in Butte, Nevada, Plumas, Lassen, Modoc & Sierra counties. -
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A resource hot line a variety of services. Dial 2-1-1 from any phone or go to www.211.org -
Departments of Public Health
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Center for Disease Control
Scientific information about COVID-19, tips for families. Information on how to keep yourself safe with quarantine and social isolation. -
Protection From Eviction
The Governor has enacted protection for renters from eviction for nonpayment during the COVID-19 crisis. -
Protection from Utility Shutoff
The Governor has enacted protection for electric, gas, water, and other utilities during the COVID-19 crisis. -
Assistance for Self-Employed
Many Self-Employed individuals may qualify for recently expanded Unemployment Benefits. Low interest SBA Loans are available for small businesses and sole proprietorships. -
Federal Assistance Programs
The Federal Government is issuing aid to States and Individuals in three phases. Currently, the Families First Coronavirus Resonse Act, the CARES Act, and several Internal Revenue Service programs are offering relief. Information on how Unemployment Benefits will be expanded for Californians can be found here.
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COVID-19 Resources for Employers
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Alliance for Workforce Development Inc:
Alliance for Workforce Development, Inc:Rapid Response: Comprehensive services to prevent or mitigate closure or layoffs. Referral to government services for you and your employees. Recruitment Services: Essential Businesses can get help staffing up to meet demand. Training Resources to help your staff rise to the occasion!
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California EDD
Work Sharing program to help you retain your employees. Tax Credits and Incentives for employers. Unemployment for the Self Employed, or to help your Employees and their families. -
Small Business Administration
Loans and expedited funding for small business. -
Butte College Small Business Development Center
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Sierra Small Business Development Center
Talk with a live, local resource specialist in Butte, Glenn, & Tehama Counties.Sierra Small Business Development Center:Talk with a live, local resource specialist in Plumas,Nevada, Lassen, Modoc, & Sierra Counties. -
CA. Labor & Workforce Development Agency
Information for your business on COVID-19 -
California Chambers of Commerce
Information and Advocacy for businesses, and links to your local city or regional Chamber. -
Congressman Doug LaMalfa
Information and resources for constituents. -
Congressman McClintock
Information and resources for constituents. -
Center for Disease Control
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State of California
Real-time information on California COVID-19 containment efforts, resources, and other information. Tienen información en español. -
State & Local Health Depts
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Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R.6201)
Federal Legislation that provides paid leave to workers and provides payroll tax breaks for Employers to offset employee leave. -
CARES Act (S.3548)
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I-9 Documentation Requirements
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced a temporary relaxation of the rules for reviewing I-9 documents in person with new employees. More information is available here. -
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The COVID-19 pandemic has created new obstacles for business, employees, elected officials, job seekers, and everyone. The Alliance for Workforce Development, Inc. has engaged Robert Eyler, PhD to help us understand what this extraordinary event means for our local economy and our recovery.
Robert Eyler, Ph.D. is a much sought-after keynote speaker who brings economics “down to earth.” He connects the impact of global events to our neighborhoods. Most recently Dr. Eyler has talked on the economic impact of and recovery from devastating business interruptions, such as COVID-19 and the destructive wildfires in northern California. Dr. Eyler is the Dean of the School of Extended and International Education, Professor of Economics, Director of the Center for Regional Analysis at Sonoma State University, and President of Economic Forensics and Analytics, Inc.
Laid off or furloughed due to COVID-19? Layoff assistance, Unemployment Benefits and many local resources are available. Watch our Rapid Response Layoff Assistance recorded webinar to learn more.
