Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-176 reopening Michigan’s gyms and pools and allowing organized sports practices and competitions to resume across the state. Gyms and pools may begin to reopen on Wednesday, September 9. The governor also signed Executive Order 2020-175 outlining strict workplace safety measures gyms and pools must follow to protect people from the spread of COVID-19.
09/03/2020
More than 900K Michiganders who have lost work because of the coronavirus could use this supplemental benefit, the state says.
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08/19/2020
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer called funding “a good start” in helping Michigan families facing school-related challenges due to coronavirus this fall.
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08/19/2020
| Together, the MEDC and DEGC will walk through the details of the most recent small business (and nonprofit) grant program, including eligibility and the application process for Detroit-based organizations, see flyer for details.
07/20/2020 |
A day after warning she might tighten rules regarding face coverings, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an executive order requiring them in indoor public spaces and crowded outdoor spaces.
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07/10/2020
A useful ‘Return to Work’ checklist from Express Employment Professionals.
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05/12/20
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan continues to offer solutions for people who are experiencing the physical and mental effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting immediately and going until Dec. 31, 2020, our members will have no-cost access to the COVID-19 module for myStrength, an online well-being tool.
05/11/2020
This webinar will review the gamut of behavioral, mental and emotional issues or disorders and focus on the area of depression. We will also discuss strategies and opportunities for your company to promote better understanding of mental health in your workplace and ultimately help remove the stigma and perceived shame commonly associated with depression and other mental health issues and disorders.
Thu, May 14, 2020 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT
05/08/2020
During this one-hour live webinar, experts from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan will discuss employer-focused strategies on how to embrace and identify new financial wellness strategies during these uncharted times. This session will review financial topics such as retirement, debt-management, emergency funds and additional approaches to guide employees towards financial stability and wellness. Following the presentation, our experts will conduct a question and answer panel. Participants are encouraged to submit questions in advance to info@bcbsmmasterclass.com or may submit questions during the presentation.
Thu, May 28, 2020 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EDT
Register here.
05/08/2020
BASIC is closely monitoring legislation and guidance as it is released so that we can keep our clients and participants informed of any changes. We have prepared this FAQ to help with some of the questions that we have been seeing in regards to COBRA continuation during this crisis.
04/28/2020
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