COVID-19 information and resources
PROTEC17 is committed to a healthy, safe, and productive working environment for all members. We are also committed to providing updates and information to you about COVID-19. Below you’ll find a list of reputable resources on COVID-19. If you are concerned about your rights or benefits related to COVID-19 (telecommuting, sick leave use, etc.), please reach out to your Union Representative.
Informational Resources/Links
Federal Resources:
Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response COVID-19 Treatment Locater
Federal Emergency Sick Leave Law
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Free High-Quality Mask Locator
Guidance on Essential Workforce, U.S. DHS
*Free* At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits
Washington State:
Washington State Department of Health
Dept. of Health COVID info by phone: 800-525-0127 or text: 211-211
Washington State Department of Health Blog
Washington State Department of Health – What to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms
Washington State Department of Health – Info on Long Covid
Washington State Department of Health – Support for Workers During COVID-19
WSLC COVID-19 Resources for Workers
UW Institute for Health Metrics
Employment Security Department of Washington State
Washington State Employment Security Department – COVID-19 Info for Workers
To report a workplace violation (COVID-19 related) to WA L&I: 1-800-4-BE-SAFE
Oregon:
Multnomah County COVID-19 Info
King County:
King County COVID-19 Resource Page
King County Public Health Vaccination Page
Other Health Departments:
Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department
Whatcom County Health Department
Grays Harbor County Health and Wellness Page
Jefferson County Public Health
Cowlitz County Health & Human Services
San Juan County Health & Community Services
Island County COVID Response Call Center
To report a positive result from an at-home COVID test, pick up free at-home COVID test kits for your family or for future gatherings, schedule rapid COVID-19 testing for Island County residents, or for more info on COVID-19, call: 360-678-2301 (M-F 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
Other Resources:
The People’s CDC offers comprehensive information and resources in the ever-changing nature of COVID-19
The People’s CDC – CO2 Monitoring of Ventilation
The People’s CDC – What to do if you have COVID-19
The People’s CDC – Ventilation for Coronavirus in the Workplace
Vaccination Resources
Washington State:
Washington Department of Health – Vaccination Information
Washington State Labor Council – COVID-19 Vaccine
WA Vaccination Prioritization Guide
Oregon:
Oregon Health Authority – Vaccination Information
Now that you’re vaccinated (from OR Health Authority)
Other Resources and Ways to Help
Comprehensive:
Washington State Labor Council (WSLC) – Foundation for Working Families
MoveOn Coronavirus Resource Hub
One America COVID-19 Resources
Our Just Future – Utility Assistance (Portland)
United Way of King County – Community Resources
Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN) Resources
Unemployment:
Protecting yourself from unemployment fraud
Unemployment Law Project (Washington State)
Housing:
Catholic Community Services (CCS) – Tenant Law Center
City of Portland – Financial Assistance for Sewer/Stormwater/Water Bills
King County Bar Association – Housing Justice Project (Resource for Renters Facing Eviction)
Mary’s Place – Rental Assistance (Seattle and King County)
Solid Ground – Tenant Resources (Washington State)
Tenants Union (Washington State)
United Way of King County Rental Assistance (ONLY for King County residents)
Food Access:
Oregon Department of Human Services – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Medical/Mental Health Resources:
Coalition of Community Health Clinics – Mental Health Resources (Oregon)
Free online mental health resources for frontline workers
Multnomah County – Mental Health Services
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Seattle
Resources for undocumented people seeking medical care
Washington Listens: 833-681-0211 (live person to listen and support you)
Washington State Department of Health – Behavioral Heath Resources and Recommendations
Safety:
Supporting Community: