Welcome
Welcome to Stratum Health System’s, COVID-19 resources and information page. On this page, you will find unique resources to help you care for your patient, family member and even yourself during this extraordinary time.
Along with the fear and uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus outbreak, social isolation has been identified as a growing threat to the well-being of patients, families and loved ones in the communities Stratum Health System serves.
Stratum is finding ways to help its patients, their loved ones and community members make the best of the new normal until the outbreak subsides.
If you have suggestions or resources you would like to add to this page please email info@stratumhealthsystem.org.
Self-Care
Stratum Health System is offering a series of free exercise classes for mental and physical self-care. All classes will be available through video on Relias.
Click here and browse elective courses for Yoga, Nia Class and Qigong
Health and Nutrition
Fitness Programs
- The Official Johnson & Johnson 7-minute Workout app
- Free virtual fitness classes through Planet Fitness for on-demand programs and coaching
Resources for Colleagues
Other Community Resources
- Community Resources Guide: If you need help with food, rent payment assistance or other services, click here for a list of local nonprofits to which you can turn for assistance.
- Call 2-1-1: This free referral number can put you in contact with local social service agencies that can help.
- Charlotte County Text Alerts: This is an easy way to receive information if you live in Charlotte County. CHARCOCARES was established because Charlotte County Cares about its residents. Text CHARCOCARES to 888-777 for updates on COVID-19, area resources, and more.
- Sarasota County Text Alerts: Share your message of support on social media and use the hashtag #CareNotCOVID. These positive messages are meant to help residents and colleagues feel supported during this difficult time, giving them a boost of love that we all need now more than ever. Click here to visit the website.
- Learn more about COVID-19 Vaccines and Testing on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.
COVID-19 Questions
Do you have questions about COVID-19? Click the link below to submit your questions.
15 minute Fill-Ups
Carla Cheatham, PhD
Take a moment for a “15-minute fill-up”
Take a moment for a “15-minute fill-up” with the Rev. Carla Cheatham, PhD and the four-part series of videos titled, “Resilience in Practical Terms.” Carla is a consultant, trainer, speaker, author, and blogger through her own Carla Cheatham Consulting Group, LLC; the Chair of NHPCO’s Ethics Advisory Council and a member of their Trauma-informed EOL Care Work Group. She is an assistant professor at the University of Maryland in the Master of Science in Palliative Care program; and an adjunct faculty member at the Seminary of the Southwest.
More than Survival-Resilience, Emotional Intelligence, and Post-Traumatic Growth
Attunement & the Power of Presence
Meditation/Staying Connected
Purpose-Driven Mindfulness, Proven Outcomes
Calm Blog - Free meditations, sleep meditations and bedtime stories
Facebook Live Sing-along Music Therapist - Michael Russo
Tidewell Hospice Music Therapist Michael Russo presents his COVID-19 music therapy performances, and we added captions to sing-along. Listen to other performances by Michael in our videos section.
Books to Live By
During this difficult time, Tidewell Hospice chaplain Susan Wills shares her thoughts about some special books.
In the first video Susan reviews “Waiting for the Last Bus” by Richard Holloway, the former Bishop of Edinburgh, and in her second video she reviews “Hallowed Underground” by Mikki Baloy.
Waiting for the Last Bus
Hallowed Underground
Relaxation Workshop
When we relax, the flow of blood increases around our body giving us more energy. It helps us to have a calmer and clearer mind which aids positive thinking, concentration, memory and decision making. Relaxation slows our heart rate, reduces our blood pressure and relieves tension. Take a moment as our volunteer shares some relaxation techniques with you.
My Life, My Choice
Developed by Stratum Health System My Life, My Choice is a resource to allow you and your loved ones to think about the “what ifs” before a critical healthcare issue arises. Advanced care planning is critical, and having these important conversations early gives you and your family members peace of mind and a course to follow.
- Educate yourself on the options for treatment and treatment impacts if you have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness.
- Determine what type of care you desire or don’t want.
- Talk to your healthcare providers about your concerns. Don’t be afraid to ask the tough questions and be ready to accept their responses.
- Consider carefully who will be your voice should you not be able to make your own decisions.
- Be prepared to discuss your wishes with the individual you appoint as your surrogate and family members.
Virtual Tours/Webcams
Machu Picchu, Peru
The Louvre Museum, France
Georgia Aquarium, USA
Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, USA
National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, South Korea
The Nature Conservancy Australia Reef Cam, Australia
Yellowstone National Park, USA
The London National Gallery, UK
The Vatican
