“When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, “Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”

– Fred Rogers

 

In light of our uncertain and ever-changing circumstances, we feel it would be most helpful to highlight the helpers. Our healthcare community is strong, determined, and they are already doing everything they can as professionals, including sacrificing time with their families in order to take care of our most vulnerable and sick population. We have scientists and doctors researching and testing. We have military personnel helping to protect cities and administer testing. The people we aim to serve with Nightingale Benefits are the people who are on the front lines dealing with the COVID-19 virus directly. As avid supporters and encouragers of their actions, what can the rest of us do? Here are a few places to get some great ideas, spread and show love, and support those on the front lines. 🙂

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This Facebook Group – Over half a million people filling their windows with creative heart displays to show solidarity and love.

This Facebook Group – making national news recently for this collective effort to Howl at 8pm across America.

This DIY no-sew face mask idea.

This wonderful YouTube series from John Krasinski (The Office, Jack Ryan) highlighting the best of humanity during this time.

This Group –  People can donate the use of their personal RV’s to healthcare workers who need to live apart from their family right now so they can continue to care for their patients without putting their loved ones at risk.

Apple has donated 20 million masks, now they begin work on face shields. 

Reese Witherspoon’s fashion line, Draper James, gave away free dresses for teachers.

Croc’s is giving away 10,000 pairs of shoes every day for healthcare workers until their stock runs out. 

NueroCore is offering free TeleHealth counseling services for healthcare workers and first responders for the month of April. 

Starbucks is offering free coffee for police officers, firefighters, paramedics, doctors, nurses, hospital staff, and researchers can get a free beverage with a work badge, in stores until May 3.

Blood product donations are needed. Click and read more and see if you are eligible, especially if you have recovered from COVID-19.