Covid-19 Benefits and Resources

Covid-19 Benefits and Resources
CDC Coronavirus Updates for the most recent findings and recommendations.
Anthem COVID-19 Health Insurance Resource Center
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How to protect yourself from COVID-19:
- Mask-wearing, social distancing, and frequent hand washing are the most effective ways to protect yourself and others from infection.
- Cleaning frequently touched items such as phones, keyboards, and doorknobs to help remove germs and spread of the virus and to protect the health of our community.
- Get tested regularly. Any testing fees for COVID-19 will be covered in full for participants enrolled in coverage, and there are many free testing sites in our jurisdiction.
Know the Signs & Symptoms and What To Do
Symptoms can be very similar to the flu or cold. If you develop these symptoms or have been in contact with someone known to ave COVID-19, get tested and isolate yourself until you get your test results.
COVID-19 Resources and Testing Sites:
- Louisiana Resources & Find a Testing Site
- Mississippi Resources & Find a Testing Site
- Alabama Resources & Find a Testing Site (Click on the "Test Sites" tab)
Gentle Reminder for Benefits: We highly recommend that all participants go to the Fund Office website for more information regarding COVID-19. They update the website as things change. Just go to the home page of the Fund Office website and check the banners for updates on your healthcare, annuity, pension, and more.
Please stay safe and healthy.
If you have any questions please email @benefits@iatse478.org or call 504-486-2192 ext. 206.
Other Committees:

IATSE Death Benefits
Local 478's Hardship Committee approved a fund many years ago to help our Good Standing Union Members in times like these.

IATSE National Benefits Fund
A Health and Welfare Fund on behalf of employees who are covered by the IATSE National Health & Welfare Fund.