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Choptank Transport Supports Mid-Shore Foundation with COVID-19 Response Fund

PRESTON, MARYLAND – March 31, 2020, Choptank Transport, a nationally recognized, full-service logistics provider headquartered in Preston, Maryland, along with four other local businesses, has been the first to donate to the areas’ Mid-Shore Foundation COVID-19 Response Fund.The fund was established by the Mid-Shore Community Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) public charity that serves Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne, and Talbot counties. Its purpose— to expedite relief efforts for community-based

Compass Regional Hospice Celebrates National Volunteer Month

 Compass Regional Hospice Celebrates National Volunteer MonthThroughout the month of April, Compass Regional Hospice will be celebrating National Volunteer Month. This month was designated as a time to honor and acknowledge the individuals who volunteer their time and talents to give back to their community.Compass Regional Hospice was started in 1985 as a solely volunteer-based operation, with the intention of providing care and comfort to those facing a life-limiting illness. Over the last 35 years it has

COVID-19 Preparations in Full Swing at UM Shore Regional Health

COVID-19 Preparations in Full Swing at UM Shore Regional Health University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) is intensely engaged in planning to care for our community in the event of an influx of patients needing hospital care as a result of the possible impact of COVID-19. Fortunately, as of this moment, in all UM Shore Regional Health locations, the overall number of hospital admissions and emergency department visits are down, largely due to messages from the community and media that have

Shore Regional Health Announces Imaging Changes due to COVID-19

Shore Regional Health Announces Imaging Changes due to COVID-19  Regional Health has announced a reduction in diagnostic imaging services for the time being due to COVID-19. According to Dr. Kim Oster, MD, president, Shore Radiology, and Dr. Dale Johnson, MD, chairman, Shore Regional Health Radiology Departments, and in keeping with the directive of the Secretary of Health of the State of Maryland, as of March 24, 2020, all elective/non-urgent imaging at all facilities are postponed and only critical

USDA Implements Immediate Measures to Help

USDA Implements Immediate Measures to Help Rural Residents, Businesses, and Communities Affected by COVID-19    The USDA Rural Development has taken a number of immediate actions to help rural residents, businesses and communities affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Rural Development will keep our customers, partners, and stakeholders continuously updated as more actions are taken to better serve rural America.OPPORTUNITIES FOR IMMEDIATE RELIEFRural Housing ServiceSingle-Family Housing Effective March

YMCA OF THE CHESAPEAKE SUPPORTS CRITICAL COMMUNITY NEEDS DURING CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK

YMCA OF THE CHESAPEAKE SUPPORTS CRITICAL COMMUNITY NEEDS DURING CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK  (March 25, 2020) – Easton, Md. – On March 16th, the YMCA of the Chesapeake closed the doors to all eleven of its locations across the Delmarva Peninsula to help slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus in our communities.  While the doors are closed to Y members, the Y has shifted its resources and opened its doors to support the most pressing needs in the communities it serves.  “The Y has always been more than a gym.

USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Help Repair Housing in Rural Communities

USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Help Repair Housing in Rural Communities  Deputy Under Secretary for Rural Development Bette Brand today announced that USDA is seeking applications for grants to make housing repairs for low- and very-low-income rural residents. The grants are being provided through USDA’s Housing Preservation Grant program. Eligible applicants include town or county governments, public agencies, federally recognized Indian tribes, and nonprofit and faith-based organizations. USDA

Delmarva Power Extending Customer Support Practices to Ensure All Residents Have Safe and Reliable E

Delmarva Power Extending Customer Support Practices to Ensure All Residents Have Safe and Reliable Energy Service During This Critical TimeCompany to provide electric service to previously disconnected residents across Delaware and Maryland NEWARK, Del. (March 23, 2020) – Delmarva Power is taking several major steps to help ensure all residents across its Delaware and Maryland service area have access to electric service during this critical time. As the COVID-19 pandemic worsens, officials across the

CHOPTANK COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEM NOW OFFERING VIDEO APPOINTMENTS TO PATIENTS

CHOPTANK COMMUNITY HEALTH SYSTEM NOW OFFERING VIDEO APPOINTMENTS TO PATIENTS DENTON, MD (March 24, 2020) --- Choptank Community Health System (CCHS) remains committed to serving the medical and dental needs of our community. For 40-years, our focus has always been on improving the health of our Eastern Shore Community. To further assist existing patients and members of our community, currently without primary care, we are now offering video telehealth appointments through Google Duo. These visits feature

Where to go for Resources...

Where to go for resources… There is a lot of information out there for the business, non-profits, and faith-based communities on COVID-19, but sometimes you just need to talk to a person. Caroline County COVID-19 has liaisons available to guide you to the right resources. The phones are manned 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Emails are typically answered within 24 hours.Caroline COVID19 Liaison SupportSubjectPhone

Important PNC Branch Network Changes to Protect Our Customer, Employees and Communities

Important PNC Branch Network Changes to Protect Our Customer, Employees and Communities As we continue to navigate these uncertain times, the safety and well‑being of our customers and employees remains our top priority. To that end, as an essential business to the communities we serve, we are reaching out to share important updates on additional steps we are taking to help stop the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, while continuing to serve you with as minimal disruption as possible. Effective

USDA Provides Guidance on Multi-Family Housing in the Wake of COVID-19

USDA Provides Guidance on Multi-Family Housing in the Wake of COVID-19  WASHINGTON, March 19, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues to monitor the effects that COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is having on the multi-family housing community and offers the following updates:All agency operations and functions will continue remotely. Owners and agents should contact their State Program Director or assigned field staff for property-specific inquiries.Adam Hauptman, the Assistant Deputy

University of Maryland Medical System Announces Updated Visitor Policy Restrictions At All Faciliti

University of Maryland Medical System Announces Updated Visitor Policy Restrictions At All Facilities in Response To COVID-19  BALTIMORE (March 19, 2020) – With the first confirmed COVID-related death in Maryland, more than 100 confirmed coronavirus cases across the state and an 88 percent increase in cases statewide during the past 48 hours, the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is enacting updated visitor restrictions at all 13 System hospitals and other UMMS healthcare facilities.  Under the

FOR ALL SEASONS OPEN WITH TELEHEALTH OPTION AND SCREENING MEASURES IN PLACE FOR COVID-19

FOR ALL SEASONS OPEN WITH TELEHEALTH OPTION AND SCREENING MEASURES IN PLACE FOR COVID-19  With continued evolving public health concerns during the COVID-19 outbreak, For All Seasons is now offering telehealth service options for clients including teletherapy and telepsychiatry. Unless further notice is given by the State of Maryland, For All Seasons offices continue to remain open at all locations, with staff available for in-person services. The agency continues to hold urgent care and crisis

UM Shore Regional Health Announces Cancellation of Meetings, Classes and Events in All Facilities

UM Shore Regional Health Announces Cancellation of Meetings, Classes and Events in All Facilities  Effective Friday, March 13 at 5 p.m., all support group meetings, classes, seminars and professional meetings scheduled in UM Shore Regional Health hospitals, outpatient and other facilities are cancelled until further notice.  Earlier this week, free blood pressure screenings conducted by hospital volunteers were cancelled and the gift and consignment/thrift shops operated by the three hospital Auxiliaries

Closure/Operational Interruptions Due to COVID-19 as of March 13, 2020

Closure/Operational Interruptions Due to COVID-19 as of March 13, 2020• County government operations will continue as normal as we develop an appropriate plan of action based on recent state guidance. • The Maryland State Department of Education has issued an order that all schools be closed from Monday, March 16, through Friday, March 27. All school-related travel, including field trips, are canceled effective immediately until further notice. • All Caroline County Public Libraries will also be closed from

Compass Regional Hospice Receives Donation from the United Way of Caroline County

In late 2019, Compass Regional Hospice revealed a plan for expanded services in Caroline County. The United Way of Caroline County announced a gift of $6,000 towards the construction of a new facility in Denton. The United Way of Caroline County supports agencies in the community that provides human service needs to the county. Since 1982, the United Way of Caroline County has distributed approximately $1,750,000 in gifts from local businesses and individuals. “Compass Hospice provides such an important

Shore United Bank is proud to recognize LaVonne Medford for 25 years of service

Shore United Bank is proud to recognize LaVonne Medford for 25 years of service. LaVonne began her career with the Bank in 1995 as a floating teller for our branches located in Easton, MD. Currently, LaVonne is a Branch Support Specialist, responsible for supporting the customer service functions of our branches, such as reviewing and verifying accuracy of procedures, and filing documents related to deposit accounts.   “LaVonne brings a wealth of banking knowledge to our department and we are lucky to

UM Shore Regional Health names Hobbs Chief Quality Officer

UM Shore Regional Health names Hobbs Chief Quality Officer   University of Maryland Shore Regional Health recently named Sherri Hobbs, MSM, MSN, RN, CPHQ, CPPS, as its new Chief Quality Officer. Hobbs has been the interim Chief Quality Officer since December 2019, after joining UM SRH as the Director of Patient Safety in February 2019.   “We are incredibly lucky to have someone with Ms. Hobbs’ experience and successes as our Chief Quality Officer and as a part of our senior leadership team here at

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UM Shore Regional Palliative Care Program welcomes new nurse practitioner

UM Shore Regional Palliative Care Program welcomes new nurse practitioner University of Maryland Shore Regional Health’s Palliative Care Program recently announced the addition of nurse practitioner Christina Ball, MS, AGACNP-BC, CNRN, to its team. Ball will provide palliative care support to patients in the UM SRH Palliative Care Program, which works collaboratively with a patient’s primary care and specialists’ team to relieve the stress and symptoms of serious or chronic illness. “Christina is

Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt – NEW LOCATION

Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt – NEW LOCATIONWhen the sun goes down the fun begins! In this variation of the traditional Easter Egg Hunt, kids ages 3 – 10 will hunt eggs in the dark using only a flashlight and their own night vision.  There will be prizes for the special eggs that are found.  This event is being held at the Greensboro Carnival Grounds on Friday, April 3.  The hunt is separated by age: 3 & 4 years at 8:15 p.m. and 5 - 10 years at 8:45 p.m. Cost is $5 per child.  Each participant needs to bring a

HOSPITAL EXPERTS PLANNING FOR CORONAVIRUS

HOSPITAL EXPERTS PLANNING FOR CORONAVIRUS  By: William Huffner, MD, Senior Vice President, Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer, UM Shore Regional Health  One word has gained worldwide attention in a relatively short period of time - Coronavirus. How concerned should you be about the novel Coronavirus, known to clinicians as COVID-19?  First, you should know that as of now, there are no laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Maryland. However, healthcare providers at UM Shore Medical Centers at

UM SRH recognizes American Heart Month

UM SRH recognizes American Heart MonthUniversity of Maryland Shore Regional Health recognized February as American Heart Month, with special events and awareness activities throughout the five-county region.The message was simple: Taking care of your heart is important. It is important to know your cardiovascular risk, as well. UM Shore Medical Group-Cardiology providers offer preventive testing and non-invasive treatment to keep your heart healthy and strong, and UM Shore Regional Health’s interventional

Crossroads Community 5K

For Race Details and to register please visit:https://runsignup.com/Race/MD/Grasonville/CrossroadsCommunity5K

2020 Census

The 2020 Census is coming & we want to make sure that all Caroline County's residents are accounted for!Follow this page for information, updates and directions as we approach the 2020 US Census.https://www.facebook.com/Caroline-County-Census-Complete-Count-Committee-105921597606164/  

2020 Chamber Scholarship Opportunity

Thank you for expressing interest in the Caroline County Chamber of Commerce’s Scholarship Award. We are pleased to provide you with the following criteria and application form. It is the Chamber’s intention to present three $1,000 scholarships, to qualified graduating seniors choosing to further their education at a college or trade (vocational or technical) school.  Applications will be accepted beginning February 1, 2020 but must be received in the Chamber office no later than close of business on