May 2020 - Spradling Group

Archive for May, 2020

If It’s Good Enough for the New England Patriots….

There is some exciting and truly groundbreaking work happening in New Hampshire with regards to making the public safer from the spread of the types of unseen biological enemies that has forced such a dramatic change in our everyday lives. In Portsmouth, the people at Fuze have developed a new treatment system for various surfaces like counters, doors, phones, computers, even clothes, that will provide a unique layer of protection for people. Fuze is an environmentally safe, topical treatment that permanently binds to any surface, protecting against microorganisms, bacteria, mold and infectious diseases for months at a time.

This is all about the science, and it’s an all-natural approach. Fuze works at the molecular level, attacking microorganisms as soon as it comes in contact with the surface. Tests show a 99.9% kill rate for mold, fungus and harmful pathogens for over 6 months after being applied. More testing is being done and the product is now under review by the federal government.

With what is happening in the world at this moment, companies are making it a number one priority to protect their employees, customers and families and keep them safe and healthy. Fuze is desirable for that reason. Several local companies including The Kane Company, Colwen Hotel Management and Wilcox Industries have had Fuze spray their office buildings, hotels and manufacturing facilities. The New England Patriots have been protecting their players with Fuze for two years.

The fact this type of work is happening right here in New Hampshire shows the spirit of innovation we have among Granite Staters. It is a promising and exciting development and I am proud to be working with this company to raise awareness about solutions for businesses preparing to re-open their doors and for all of us as we make plans to return to society in the near future.

Stay tuned… more is coming with Fuze.

REFLECTIONS OF HELPING THOSE IN NEED

How we treat those in need among us is a reflection of our community values. In the last few months, the herculean efforts of Families In Transition – New Horizons has been nothing short of inspiring. As a client, I have witnessed first hand the work being done to serve the homeless community and various participants and clients under the care of FIT-NH.

Health protocols in place for every day operations weren’t even on the extreme edge of consideration just a few months ago. Everything this non-profit does is being developed from scratch, EXCEPT for the daily dose of compassionate care the women and men of this agency deliver to clients.

It takes a unique sort to work in the world of non-profits. Ingredients include but are not limited to an enormous heart, boundless energy, a desire to help others and give back, a sensitivity to the plight and struggle of fellow families, and often, a personal story of challenge or setback that fuels the motivations to help others.

In just a few short weeks, FIT-NH has opened multiple facilities to promote social distancing, created a food delivery program seven days a week, adjusted protocols for safe interaction for staff and still found time to raise resources through annual events such as the FIT-NH Walk Against Hunger.

At some point, the crisis management will settle into a new normal of operations. Things will be different. Rules and protocols will have to change, but the spirit of outreach of organizations like FIT-NH should give us all optimism about our future.

A Picture Tells 90,000+ Stories

For a few months now we have gone through every emotion possible. From fear to anger to sadness and uncertainty. We’ve also felt happiness, witnessed triumphs and seen the best of people who donated their time, their money or their expertise.

Yesterday I was struck with all of those emotions after seeing one picture. Amy Coveno of WMUR-TV shared a story of a Manchester family who lost their father from COVID-19. The picture is of two CMC nurses posting two signs in a window. One read, “He is at Peace” and the other sign read, “We Are Sorry”.

This picture has now gone viral. Why? More than 90,000 Americans have lost their lives to this pandemic and this one picture summarized all of their stories. The compassion shown by these two CMC nurses who sat by their patient’s side as he took his last breath is both heartbreaking and heroically commendable. I deeply appreciate all of the first responders and medical professionals who are risking their own lives everyday to try and save a life or comfort a patient in their last moments. I can’t thank you all enough. And to the two CMC nurses, know how you have shared your love and compassion with more than one family; you’ve touched us all.

I am proud today and each day to say that CMC is my client. But today, those CMC nurses are more than a client, they are a symbol of humanity, courage and strength during these difficult times. To the Johnson family and the 90,000 + families in America and the 320,000+ families world-wide who lost a loved one to COVID-19, I am sorry for your loss and I pray your loved one received the kind of compassion our two CMC nurses gave when they were needed the most.