Feb 20, 2023
IGU Cares: Updates on COVID 19.

IGU Cares: Updates On COVID 19.

IGlobal University is committed to supporting the community as it responds to the COVID-19 health emergency. We are here to help and formalize the process to assist not only IGU students but also their surrounding communities. If you have a concern or need, please let us know via email. In response, someone will follow up with you directly to provide assistance or referral.



COVID-19 Update: Congress Passes Legislation to Protect GI Bill® Benefits
On March 21st, 2020, S.3503 was signed into law providing the Department of Veterans Affairs authority to continue GI Bill® payments with no interruptions during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
The “Student Veterans Coronavirus Response Act of 2020” outlines avenues of support for students and will remain in place until early 2021. IGlobal University offers convenient online classes and is in support of helping students navigate during these unprecedented times.
For more information concerning VA Education Benefits contact the MVRC Director at IGlobal University or call 1-888-442-455.



IGU Promotes Health and Wellness through GREENERY!
Earth day is celebrated each year on April 22nd. We are reminded of how important it is to protect the environment and all that inhabit it. Since COVID-19, many of us have been spending a great deal of time inside and cannot enjoy the benefit of fresh air as much as we would like to. Although we have been practicing personal health by social distancing, it is still important to take care of mental health as well. Did you know that incorporating greenery can increase emotional well-being and promote better air quality?
Indoor plants purify the air, reduce stress, boost immunity, and contribute to improved mental health. Indoor plants also contribute to increased productivity which is great at IGlobal where we put STUDENTS FIRST AND FOREMOST!



Resource Corner / References
https://www.militarychild.org/MOMC_Toolkit
https://www.aarp.org/home-family/voices/veterans/info-2020/free-coronavirus-resources.html
https://www.va.gov/coronavirus-veteran-frequently-asked-questions/
https://www.earthday.org/



Please adhere to CDC guidelines for safety and health https://www.cdc.gov.



Need more help?



Resources:

https://www.coronavirus.gov



SAMHSA's National Helpline

1-800-662-HELP (4357)
TTY: 1-800-487-4889
Website: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Also known as, the Treatment Referral Routing Service, this Helpline provides 24-hour free and confidential treatment referral and information about mental and/or substance use disorders, prevention, and recovery in English and Spanish.



Disaster Distress Helpline

1-800-985-5990
Website: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline

Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after any natural or human-caused disaster. Call this toll-free number to be connected to the nearest crisis center for information, support, and counseling.



Veteran's Crisis Line

1-800-273-TALK (8255)
TTY: 1-800-799-4889
Website: www.veteranscrisisline.net

Connects veterans in crisis (and their families and friends) with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential, toll-free hotline, on-line and referral



We encourage you to email [email protected] if you have questions specific to IGU and coronavirus.