Resources for Businesses During COVID-19
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)
Current Guidance from the State of Michigan
Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity
COVID-19 Workplace Safety Guidance
U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
COVID-19 Healthcare Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) - December 27, 2021
Is your company interested in hosting a COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic?
Our department is working with the Macomb County Health Department to investigate the possibility of offering workplaces an opportunity to host a vaccine clinic for their employees. If this is something you might consider, please assist us to develop plans by answering this quick survey: https://forms.gle/tFygcKsGrNYwYZpP9
Current Assistance Programs for Businesses:
Grants for licensed child care providers:
The Child Care Stabilization Grant application is now open. Licensed childcare providers are eligible and should visit Michigan.gov/childcare to confirm eligibility, review frequently asked questions, and apply. Applications are now open here. This is a noncompetitive grant. All eligible applicants will receive funding. Childcare professionals will be awarded bonuses directly from their employer and do not need to apply.
Afflicted Business Relief (ABR) grant program
New! The State of Michigan has announced the Afflicted Business Relief (ABR) grant program which will distribute up to $409 Million of its American Rescue Plan Act funds to businesses that suffered financial hardship due to Covid-19.
Generally speaking, eligible businesses are entertainment venues, recreational facilities and fitness centers, beauty salons and barber shops, nurseries and plant growers and places that provide overnight accommodations.
More details about the program and how to apply
Financing Resources through the State of Michigan
COVID-19 Business Support
If you need assistance with your business, please fill out this form.
You will be contacted by someone who can provide further assistance.
Printable Signage for Businesses to use:
Printable posters from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.
The following are signs used in county buildings. Click on the image to download, print and display in your own place of business for free.
Additional Information:
General Reference:
State of Michigan Resources
Michigan Department Health and Human Services: COVID-19 Employer Guidance
Michigan Main Street (MEDC): Reopen Main Street: Navigating a New Reality - Together
Federal Government Resources
Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity: COVID-19 Workplace Safety Guidance
U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division: Q&As for COVID-19 related guidance to FLSA and FMLA and the FFCRA
Macomb County Resources
Ensuring Employee and Customer Safety:
State of Michigan Resources
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services: Re-opening Issues Reporting Forms
All employers who will require their workers to leave their home to come to work, MUST:
1. Develop a COVID-19 preparedness and response plan that is consistent with OSHA's Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
Guidelines for establishing an employee screening process: English or Spanish
Federal Government Resources
Macomb County Resources
Additional Resources
Detroit Regional Chamber: Michigan’s Return-To-Office Workgroup Releases Recommendations For Transitioning To In-Person Work
American Society of Employers (ASE) has curated a list of helpful resources to assist employers in protecting their employees and plan for future outbreaks or spread of the illness.
ASE: COVID-19 FAQs for Employers
ASE: Interpretation of updated MIOSHA workplace guidance, published June 22, 2021
Cleaning and Disinfecting:
State of Michigan Resources
Federal Government Resources
CDC: Workplace Guidance and Strategies
CDC: Guidance for Reopening Buildings After Prolonged Shutdown or Reduced Operation
Macomb County Resources
Local Suppliers:
The following is a list of local businesses with supplies that you may need to reopen your business. The state of Michigan also maintains a directory of businesses that provide essential supplies. To access it, complete the procurement form.
Hand Sanitizer
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Allied PhotoChemical - Contact: Mike Kelly at 586-232-3637 or Info@alliedphotochemical.com
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Blake's Hard Cider - Contact: Chelsea at 586-784-5343 or Chelsea@blakefarms.com
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Kuhnhenn Brewing Company - Contact: 586-979-8361
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Divergent Contact: David Holls at 586-800-DRIVE
Face Masks, Shields and Gowns
- Wesner Tuxedo (Masks) - Contact: Dan Wesner at 586-254-3838 or dan@wesnertuxedo.com
- TD Industrial Coverings (Masks & Gowns) - Contact: Steve Mini at 586-731-2080 or stevemini@tdic.com
- Cadillac Products (Gowns) - Contact: Don Lowe at 248-736-9798 or dlowe@cadprodauto.com
- General Motors- Warren Transmission Plant (Masks)
- MISC Products (Elastic for Masks) - Contact: Bill Young at 586-263-3300 or byounggren@miscproducts.com
- RCO Engineering (Masks) - Contact: Russell Piccolo at 586-943-7394 or @rcoeng.com
- NTFabricating (Face Shields) - Contact: Bob Becker at 586-291-3636
Signage
- Discount Printing Detroit: Local business offering social distancing floor graphics.
- Signarama - Contact: Rachell at 586-792-7446 or sales@teamsignarama.com
Sneeze/Cough Guards, Splash Shields, and Other Plastic Products
- Signarama (Sneeze/Cough Guards) - Contact: Rachell at 586-792-7446 or sales@teamsignarama.com
- ESPAS, Inc. (Sneeze/Cough Guards) - COVID Sneeze/Cough Guards
- RCO Engineering (Face Shields and Plexiglass Dividers) - Contact: Russell Piccolo at 586-943-7394 or @rcoeng.com
- Kimastle Corporation (Desk tops with custom lexan guarding and disinfecting and sanitizing solutions for fleet vehicles) - Contact: Eliot Entwistle at 586-949-2355 or eentwistle@kimastle.com
- Printing by Johnson (Clear Protection Barriers) - Contact: 586-469-3555