Discounts and Deals for Healthcare Workers and First Responders

The pandemic has taken a toll both at the industry level in restaurants, schools, and hospitals and the individual level, especially for those working in these fields. Whether it’s from demanding too much by extending healthcare workers’ hours or not enough demand as businesses close without their usual volume of clients to support them. This strain is felt mentally, physically, and financially, especially by essential and healthcare workers battling COVID on the frontlines. To alleviate some of this, several companies are offering special discounts and perks for healthcare workers. Below are some highlights. Full lists of discounts can be found on these websites: Heroes Health Initiative, SheerID, HealthJob, and Retail Me Not. Please note, we are not being paid to mention these companies, nor do we receive a commission if you purchase something from them. This list is simply to help you take advantage of deals and resources that may benefit you, especially during these difficult times. 

Clothing

Athletic wear favorite, Lululemon, is giving North American first responders 25% off their in-store purchases. While known for their leggings, they offer a variety of apparel and accessories from loungewear for unwinding at home, mats for stress-relieving yoga, and gloves and mittens to wear to and from work as the weather gets colder.   

Looking to recognize those serving others with their Heroes Discount, Reebok offers medical and hospital workers, first responders, and government employees 50% off online purchases. Their website even offers a curated selection of nurse shoes sure to keep your feet comfortable your entire shift.    

Launched in 2008 by PA Lara Francisco, Medelita specializes in tailored medical apparel that not only looks good but keeps wearers “dry, comfortable, and stain free during every shift.” They are providing 30% off full-priced products including lab coats and scrubs with their code FRONTLINES. 

A new, supportive pair of shoes can really make a difference when standing long periods at a time tending to patients. Asics is offering medical professionals and first responders 40% off full-priced products purchased online.





Beauty and Grooming

Looking good contributes to feeling good. And professional tools can really elevate your beauty routine. ANISA Beauty specializes in PETA Certified Cruelty-Free and sustainably made makeup brushes. Don’t wear makeup? No problem, ANISA also sells skincare brushes perfect for cleansing or applying masks. They are offering medical workers and first responders in the U.S. and Canada 30% off through ID.me.   

Turn your day off into a spa day with TULA Skincare. What makes TULA unique is its use of probiotics and superfoods which help restore skin to its optimal state. The founder, Dr. Raj, is a practicing gastroenterologist and knows the power of these ingredients when used in and on the body. They are providing 20% off for nurses and first responders through ID.me

Skincare is for all. That’s why the founders of Geologie created a skincare subscription service designed for men. After a short questionnaire, customers receive a personalized regimen suited to their skin’s needs. A night shift critical care nurse and user commented that their under eye circles improved after using Geologie’s eye cream. First responders and healthcare workers get 30% off.       

Food and Beverage

Working long hours can make it difficult to find time for grocery shopping, especially during busy hours when lines form. Home Chef makes cooking easy by providing pre-portioned ingredients delivered to your door. Simply pick your meals, customize based on your dietary preferences, and cook the ingredients using the easy to follow recipe card. The company is supporting healthcare workers and first responders with a 50% discount on their first order and 10% on every order after. 

To satisfy your sweet tooth, Mrs. Fields is offering 25% off their Heroes collection of treats. This includes chocolate-covered strawberries, double chocolate coffee cake, and their famous Big Cookie Cake with an appropriate “Thank You” iced on top. 

You take care of others’ needs. Owala can help you take care of your own by keeping you hydrated. The reusable water bottle company is providing healthcare workers and first responders 50% discount code which can be applied during checkout.  

Rest and Relaxation 

Working in medicine, you know the value of science, data, and research. Headspace uses these to study meditation and mindfulness bringing you high-quality resources to improve your mental health. The benefits of meditation, reduced stress and anxiety, peace of mind, and increased focus, are especially useful these days. The top-rated meditation app is offering US healthcare professionals working in public settings Headspace Plus free through 2020.  

Ease tense shoulders, undo stubborn knots, and soothe sore muscles with Therabody products. The company sells TheraOne CBD products as well as their famous Theragun massage devices. They are supporting first responders and medical professionals with 20% off these items. 

A good night’s sleep can do a world of good to restore the mind and body before another day on the frontlines. The mattress company, Purple, is providing 10% off to healthcare workers to thank them for their service. 





Gadgets  

For those that are heroes in more ways than one, Willow is providing $50 off their Willow Pump Generation 3 to healthcare workers and first responders. The breast pump fits in your bra and allows for hands-free pumping which is especially useful for parents with packed schedules. 

If you need some new technology, Lenovo has you covered. They have everything from military-grade, antimicrobial laptops specialized for healthcare to VR and AR headsets and gaming desktops perfect for a little escape from the real world. Lenovo is extending their medical professionals discount to give an additional 5% off. 

You keep others safe. Ring helps keep you and yours protected with their range of alarms, video doorbells, and smart lighting. As a thank you, they are offering healthcare workers and first responders 20% select Ring.com purchases.





Services

You work tirelessly giving your time and energy helping others and then work the infamous second shift at home. Care.com lightens your burden by connecting you to professionals in child, pet, and senior care, housekeeping, and education. Whether you need tutoring help for your child while they do social distance learning or housekeeping to keep your space clean and organized, care.com can help. The site is providing a free one-month premium membership to newly enrolling healthcare workers. 

Finding the right people to care for your children can be stressful. Not with Sittercity. The tech-enabled child care company connects families to caregivers based on skills, schedules, and location. Their focus on trust and safety means you can be confident about the people you hire. Their services include child, senior, pet, and special needs care. Sittercity Premium is available to healthcare workers free for three months.    

If you are a first responder or medical professional needing to live closer to work or self-isolate from other members of your household, Airbnb can help. Many hosts are offering free or lowered rates. Simply answer a few questions and then Airbnb will invite you to book your stay.