In this week’s Dos & Don’ts, we encourage you to check your vaccine eligibility and get registered, learn how to protect yourself from vaccine and tax scammers, and get ready for Exelon Connect!

Don’t Delay; Register Today!

Are you eligible to get the COVID vaccine in your state? Then don’t delay – register today! Be sure to check your state’s eligibility rules because you already may be eligible and don’t know it.

Exelon continues to try to get vaccines for employees and has partnered with Walgreens, Matrix Clinical Solutions and Harness Health to support vaccine procurement and administration to employees. However, the company may not be successful in procuring vaccines in all locations, depending on the vaccine administration approach each state/county is using. Under the current landscape, some states aren’t allowing companies to be distribution points for COVID vaccines. Instead, the states are directing vaccine supply to mass state/county vaccination sites, healthcare providers or pharmacies for administration.

Vaccine supply also continues to be a challenge. So, don’t wait to get the vaccine from the company – do follow your state’s eligibility guidelines and register with your county. Also, try to explore available appointments with as many retail pharmacies (e.g., CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid and local supermarkets with pharmacies) as possible to increase your chances of being inoculated right away.

A special note for veterans: If you are receiving healthcare through the Veterans Administration (VA), you may be able to be vaccinated through the VA. More information is available at https://www.va.gov/health-care/covid-19-vaccine/.

Finally, don’t forget you can update your vaccination survey responses and report your vaccination to the company via the dedicated Vax Scene site or by calling 1-877-7EXELON (1-877-739-3566).

Be Aware of COVID-19 Scams & Keep Vaccine Top of Mind

As COVID-19 vaccine efforts continue to ramp up across the nation, do beware of the flood of emerging vaccine scams, phony websites and emails promising easy and early access to the coronavirus vaccine. Don’t let down your guard. Here are some tips to curb COVID-19 scammers:

• Avoid online offers that promise easy or fast access to the vaccines.
• Don’t share personal information such as your Social Security number or financial data in response to an unsolicited call, text, email or social media post.
• Don’t post or share your vaccine card on social media as scammers can potentially steal your identity or even create fake vaccination cards.
• Be aware of phishing websites often in the guise of government agencies or humanitarian organizations. Only visit reputable, known websites.
• Trust your instincts – if something looks suspicious or doesn’t feel right, delete the information.

Also, as many states begin to expand their COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to larger groups, don’t forget to check your state and/or county health department or major pharmacy chain websites frequently for available appointments. For a current list of state and county websites and other information related to the COVID vaccine, visit the Vax Scene site.

Catching Phish Can be Taxing

Tax season can create stress, but for phishers, it creates opportunity. Tax email scams are rapidly increasing every year and scammers don’t distinguish between home or work email addresses. Do protect yourself and Exelon this tax season and remember to stop, think, and review when you see the red external banner on an email. Do be aware that the IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial information. Do verify the legitimacy of an email by confirming the sender’s information and don’t assume the email signature is legitimate. Don’t be misled by urgent language in an email such as “click here immediately” or threats that you will owe or lose money if you do not act fast. When in doubt, do report suspicious emails using the Report Phishing Button.

Exelon Connect is Coming Your Way!

Don’t forget to install the Microsoft Multi-Factor Authenticator (MFA) app, the Microsoft Intune Company Portal app and Microsoft Edge (use this job aid) before trying to access Exelon Connect on your mobile device. If you already have these applications installed on your mobile device, you don’t need to do anything in advance of the launch. Do learn more about Exelon Connect here.



Reminder: Check Out the New Separation FAQs

Do check out the latest frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the company’s separation on our Focus on Our Future intranet site. Don’t forget you can send your questions to EmployeeFeedback@exeloncorp.com.
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