For all members that are out in quarintine, positive or self monitoring we want to confirm you’re aware of what is available to you.

Housing: Contact Deputy Lee Alexander for child care concerns and housing options (symptomatic or non symptomatic

Self monitoring: If you’re home self monitioring you will recieve a message from the BEMS ChatBot twice daily, respond to the questions asked regarding symptoms, once you recieve the follow-up message respond via text with anything you need- peer support will recieve this directly and follow-up

Symptomatic/positive: If you’re in isolation due to being positive or symptomatic our goal is to get a care package out to you, if you allow the DICO to disclose to us, we will take care of the delivery- confidentially. The department sponsored care package includes Gatorade, tylenol, masks, hand sanitizer, thermometer, comfort snacks and cleaning supplies.

Peer support: Resources are available to all members and team clinicians are available via zoom and Doxy.me for 1 to 1 appointments. Virtual AA/NA meetings are available, the meeting numbers and zoom passwords are available in a separate post. We posted an alternative option for members wishing to speak with a non BEMS peer support clinician.

BEMSRA: BEMSRA remains available to any member in need, contact a member of the executive board if you need assistance.

Please contact me directly with any requests through any of these methods

Cell: 781-831-3223

Email: Calter@bostonems.org

ChatBot: Simply respond to the follow-up message with any needs you have