Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Guidelines for Site Staff Response to Sandy


If you are reading this, you're one of the CT residents lucky enough to have power and Internet access, or a smartphone, or access to someone else's power and internet connection.  

Be aware that the EHM Employee Recognition luncheon, scheduled for tomorrow,  has been postponed; you will be advised of further details.

When responding to your site, please use caution during travel.  Do not drive over downed power lines or through standing water.  Follow the instructions of local authorities as well as our state government with regard to restricted roads, etc.

Check on your Residents, and make sure everyone is OK.  If you are unable to reach your site, but have staff living on the premises (Superintendents, etc.), please ask them to check on your Residents - particularly those you know who may have existing health issues, may need assistance, or have limited or no family involvement.  

Be aware of what shelters and resources exist in your community (call InfoLine 211 for info on what shelters have been established in your area), and be ready to assist your Residents in accessing those services.

Some members of the Regional / Property Management team are without power.  If you need assistance, you may contact Tammy or Pam, both of whom have power and Internet, and are monitoring phone and email communications.  If you are without power, the bad news is that the utility companies are unable to give restoration estimates at this time.

Above all, please be safe. 

Useful links:
State of CT Governor's office  - Hurricane Sandy Preparation
CL&P Outage Map
UI Outage Map
Town-by-Town list of shelters

UPDATE 10/29 at 11:37 a.m.:
Rosemary and Andre'a also have power and Internet so are available if needed.

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