Where can I find additional information/resources?

Information on this virus and how to control its spread may change in the following days and weeks. ACES suggest monitoring the following:Centers for Disease Control and PreventionCalifornia Department of Public Health

Links to County Health Authority Websites:

We thank you for your understanding and cooperation in ensuring we protect the health of all of our ACES families. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact your ACES front office.If you're an ACES employee, please contact the HR Helpline at (855) 223-7123 ext. 4.

Office Specific Updates Page Added

Visit the office updates page to view office specific updates and continuation of services information.https://blog.acesaba.com/blog/office-updates/

Communication Platforms

To ACES Clients and Staff, At the rate in which information is needing to be disseminated, ACES is working on setting up multiple communication platforms designed to ensure our clients and staff are informed. ACES website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter will be used for regular updates throughout the day. Additionally, we will be using email, text messaging, and our staff internal messaging system of TigerConnect for daily updates from ACES. (*please note, text messaging is a new feature we will be deploying so keep an eye out for them and know they are from ACES). Stay tuned for updates on:

1. Why ACES is making the decision for the option to continue working to provide ABA services, in some areas.
2. What safety precautions we have been and will continue to be taking to reduce risk and promote the health and well-being of our clients, staff, and community.

Website: https://blog.acesaba.com/blog/category/news/covid-19/Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/ACESAutismInstagram: acestagram_Twitter: https://twitter.com/ACESautism

ACES is Remaining Open

Despite any school closures, we aren’t going anywhere! ACES is standing with you through this all. We consider ourselves part of your healthcare community, so while others are stepping back, we are rushing in.We are dedicated to your health and wellness, as well as continuing to provide the ABA services to our clients. If we work together, we can achieve both.Just contact your supervisor for any adjustments needed to your session location.We’re in this together… we will continue to elevate the standards in the treatment of autism even in this unprecedented time.

COVID-19 Updates

We are aware the Coronavirus 2019-nCoV (COVID-19) is causing increased concern in our communities and we want to assure you the health and safety of our clients and staff is always our highest priority. We are closely following the developments surrounding this outbreak, as well as any potential implications it may have for our clients and staff.

What ACES is Doing…

ACES continues to monitor the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website for the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 and follow CDC guidance, as well the guidance from public health departments at the State and County levels, in an effort to keep our clients and staff populations safe and healthy. This is a rapidly evolving situation and we will follow the latest CDC updates for guidance on the most effective and sensible prevention measures.Please be assured that if, at any point, a client or staff member is suspected to have the COVID-19, ACES will work with public health authorities to collaborate with that client’s or staff member’s own physician to guide any further restrictions and public notifications.

What to consider…

To ensure we continue to provide a safe environment for all, we ask everyone to please be mindful and respectful of those around you by adhering to these guidelines:

• Anyone who believes they may have been exposed to COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider immediately. Healthcare professionals will work with the appropriate authorities to determine if testing for COVID-19 is necessary. Please note the CDC advises against going to a medical office or the emergency room unless directed to do so by a healthcare provider.
• If a client or staff member is feeling sick with fever (>100.4 F/>38C), or respiratory symptoms (e.g., a cough or difficulty breathing), they should contact their healthcare provider right away and avoid contact with others until they have no fever for 24 hours, without fever medication.
• A client or staff member who has traveled to any affected international location with widespread sustained (ongoing) transmission may be asked to stay home for a period of 14 days from the time they left the area with widespread or ongoing community spread (Level 3 Travel Health Notice).
• A client or staff member who has been in contact with a person with a laboratory-confirmed case of COVID-19 may be asked to stay home for a period of 14 days from the time they last made contact with the person.
• Many clients and/or staff may travel with their families during the Spring Break. ACES suggests reviewing the following website before traveling: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices.

How can I help?

Everyone can do their part to help us respond to this emerging public health threat:

• Consider a flu shot. It’s currently flu and respiratory disease season and CDC recommends getting a flu vaccine. Please make sure all family members are up-to-date with their flu shots.
• Promote basic hygiene:
  • Any coughing or sneezing should be directed into one’s sleeve, rather than into hands or the air.
  • Wash hands after using and handling used tissues, after blowing nose, before/after eating, and after toilet use.
  • Wash for 20 seconds with soap, rub between fingers and under nails; and then rinse and dry. Use alcohol (60%+) hand gel if sinks are not readily available.
  • Avoid rubbing your own eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Do not share utensils, cups etc.
• Stay home when sick. If you feel sick with fever or a cough or have difficulty breathing-and have recently traveled to any affected international location with widespread sustained (ongoing) transmission, or were in close contact with someone with the COVID-19 in the last 14 days before you began to feel sick, please contact your healthcare provider right away and avoid contact with others, including visiting ACES facilities.