COVID-19 – Page 22 – Elements Archive

April 2, 2020August 20, 2022

Zoom Session: Caregiver Responses in Light of COVID-19

Caring for an elder during the COVID-19 pandemic is uniquely challenging, with elders isolated and their support system non-functional. Maureen Kelly, Elder Counselor from Employee Assistance, will lead a virtual discussion on Monday, April 6, at 1 p.m. and provide coping strategies and resources. https://calendar.google.com/calendar/r/day/2020/4/6?eid=M3YwbDRtYWQ4amtmNGZham9iMmo5MXRpNm0gbGJsLmdvdl80czRycmcxMmw2ZXFnNm5jbWMya3QwdmNnZ0Bn&ctz=America/Los_Angeles&sf=true

April 1, 2020August 20, 2022

Lab Computing Power Applied to COVID-19 Crisis

NERSC is contributing resources to the COVID-19 High-Performance Computing Consortium, and ESnet is the network for the consortium. NERSC has dedicated queues running COVID-19-related research projects on Cori, a Cray XC40 supercomputer able to perform nearly 30 quadrillion calculations per second. https://cs.lbl.gov/news-media/news/2020/nersc-esnet-continue-to-deliver-supercomputing-networking-support-for-nations-scientists-during-pandemic/

April 1, 2020August 20, 2022

UC Health Plans Respond to COVID-19

UC’s health plans are closely monitoring and following local, state, and federal guidelines to make sure members receive the best possible medical care if needed. Read the update about how UC’s health plans are working to protect you and your family members. https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/2020/03/your-health-plans-response-to-the-coronavirus-covid-19-outbreak.html

April 1, 2020August 20, 2022

Working Remotely Training Videos

Working remotely with your team poses new challenges and opportunities. Two training videos on LinkedIn Learning share best practices for effective remote meetings, project management, conflict management, time management, and more. https://go.lbl.gov/workingremotely

April 1, 2020August 20, 2022

COVID-19 Related Research at Berkeley Lab

Scientists around the world are joining together to study SARS-CoV-2 and to expedite the development of possible vaccines and treatments. At the Lab, we’re evaluating how our unique capabilities can contribute to this global effort while ensuring the health and safety of our staff and community. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2020/03/31/covid-19-related-research-at-berkeley-lab/

April 1, 2020August 20, 2022

Health Services Clinic Closed; Alternate Arrangements Available

The Lab’s Health Services Clinic is providing services via telemedicine. Essential workers on Lab sites should use Concentra Urgent Care for work-related health services. On-site emergency services are still available via 911 and the Lab’s Fire Station, which remains fully operational. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2020/03/31/announcement-about-health-services-clinic-closure/

April 1, 2020August 20, 2022

Shelter-In-Place Orders Extended through May 3

The current shelter-in-place order has been extended to May 3 for Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties. The new orders place additional restrictions on using parks and dog parks, playgrounds, and other recreational facilities. https://stratcomm-elements.lbl.gov/2020/03/31/bay-area-shelter-in-place-orders-extended-through-may-3/

March 31, 2020August 20, 2022

Friday is Movie Night

The Berkeley Lab Postdoc Association is hosting an online Netflix party this Friday, April 3 beginning at 8 p.m. You must have Netflix to join the party, but Netflix offers a 30-day free account. Bring your own popcorn. http://postdoc.lbl.gov/activities/movie-night/

March 30, 2020August 20, 2022

Virtual Yoga Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Learn yoga to support your wellness. Join the Lab’s Wes Bethel on Zoom every Tuesday and Wednesday at noon for a free yoga class. Tuesday’s classes are for the beginning student, and Wednesday’s classes are for those more familiar with yoga. Yoga is a great family activity as well. https://yoga.lbl.gov/#h.p_so7vfKcpWK9y

March 30, 2020August 20, 2022

24-Hour Access to Emotional Support

Optum Behavioral Health is offering public access to their free Emotional Support Help Line for those experiencing anxiety or stress related to COVID-19. Help is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-866-342-6892. https://www.optum.com/covid-19/covid-19-emotional-support.html