CORA’s Response over the Growing Concerns Regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Our priority is always the health and safety of our patients and employees. With the growing concern over the spread of the Coronavirus, we feel it is important to keep our patients informed of the steps we are taking to maintain a safe environment in our clinics.
At CORA, our response will adhere to the essential critical workforce guidance released by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in its identification of physical and occupational therapists and assistants. We take our roles as caregivers in the healthcare and public health sector very seriously and will continue to keep our clinics open in order to serve patients, especially those that require more attention. Our clinicians are also prepared and ready to utilize telehealth platforms for all patients to ensure continuation of care.
During this time of need it is our commitment and responsibility, as called upon by the Department of Homeland Security, to do our part to strengthen our community and National resilience in COVID-19 response.
The Following is Important Information to Keep in Mind.
- Regularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Washing your hands with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands.
- Our employees are working diligently to ensure everyone is following our existing protocols for hand-washing and disinfecting and sanitizing equipment, treatment tables, waiting areas, bathrooms, door knobs, and other general areas.
- Per the World Health Organization (WHO), you should stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever (99.5 or greater), cough, or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance. Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also protect you and help prevent the spread of viruses and other infections.
- Staff screening: All employees will be screened for COVID-19 daily. Those presenting any level of symptoms will return home and follow up with their physician before returning to work.
- Patient screening: All patients will be screened upon arrival of your appointment time to make sure no symptoms are being exhibited. Those presenting COVID-19 symptoms will be advised to return home and contact their physician.
Our Leadership Team is Listening – (Pro)actively!
Please know we are taking this threat seriously. We hear your concerns and are here to relieve some stress for families in the middle of an otherwise very stressful situation. The aggressive actions we are taking in our clinics are to ensure the health, safety and well-being of our patients and employees in the communities we serve … as we continue to serve you.
Our hope is that these resources and good faith efforts provide you with the reassurance needed to show you just how prepared we are to take care of you and your loved ones during this critical time. We are here to offer you the protection, prevention and action you can count on!
If you have any questions or concerns, please use the [email protected] email. We have a team of experts ready to respond at a moment’s notice.
Are clinic visits not an option due to evolving COVID-19 restrictions? Telehealth is our solution with increased patient access now available in CORA communities everywhere. Let’s get you started at [email protected].
Below are Links to Help You Stay Informed.
These resources are intended to help you recognize the signs + symptoms, prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like COVID-19 and keep your home, school and workplace safe.
Identifying Critical Infrastructure During COVID-19 (see Page 5)
Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations
State Health Department Contact Hotlines
Infographics to See and Share.
Safety Techniques for: Workplace, Home & School
Helping Children Cope with Stress
Social Distancing in the Clinic
What’s More? Take Action to Protect You & Your Loved Ones.
Act now! We already are (on your behalf) but you can also have your own voice heard by asking Congress to Protect Therapy Patients by Allowing Medicare Payment for Telehealth During the COVID-19 Outbreak. It is critical that Congress take steps to ensure patients who rely on physical and occupational therapy services to manage their chronic and acute pain are able to continue receiving these services.
Fill out your Name + Email (that’s it!), then hit send on this pre-written letter for you.
This page is intended to provide up-to-date information on the Coronavirus. Please continue to check back here for important announcements. Email [email protected] to contact our dedicated COVID-19 CORA Response Team.
