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CORONAVIRUS EMERGENCY RESOURCES TOC \o "1-3" \h \z \u CORONAVIRUS EMERGENCY RESOURCES PAGEREF _Toc43204395 \h 1LEGAL RESOURCES PAGEREF _Toc43204396 \h 3Community Legal Services: PAGEREF _Toc43204397 \h 3Philadelphia Legal Assistance (PLA): PAGEREF _Toc43204398 \h 3SeniorLAW Center: PAGEREF _Toc43204399 \h 3Philadelphia Lawyers for Social Equity: PAGEREF _Toc43204400 \h 3Education Law Center: elc- PAGEREF _Toc43204401 \h 4GOVERNMENT RESOURCES PAGEREF _Toc43204402 \h 5City of Philadelphia: PAGEREF _Toc43204403 \h 5Philadelphia Free Library: PAGEREF _Toc43204404 \h 6PennDOT: PAGEREF _Toc43204405 \h 6PA Turnpike: PAGEREF _Toc43204406 \h 6SEPTA: PAGEREF _Toc43204407 \h 6Parks and Recreation PAGEREF _Toc43204408 \h 7Philadelphia Courts/First Judicial District of Pennsylvania: philacourts.us PAGEREF _Toc43204409 \h 7Social Security Administration: onlineservices/ PAGEREF _Toc43204410 \h 8IRS: PAGEREF _Toc43204411 \h 8Prison Visitation PAGEREF _Toc43204412 \h 8HOUSING/UTILITIES PAGEREF _Toc43204413 \h 9PECO: PAGEREF _Toc43204414 \h 9Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) PAGEREF _Toc43204415 \h 9PGW: PAGEREF _Toc43204416 \h 9Philadelphia Water Department: water. PAGEREF _Toc43204417 \h 10Housing: pha. PAGEREF _Toc43204418 \h 10Philadelphia Eviction Prevention Project (PEPP): PAGEREF _Toc43204419 \h 10Internet Access PAGEREF _Toc43204420 \h 10EMPLOYMENT/FINANCES PAGEREF _Toc43204421 \h 12Unemployment Compensation PAGEREF _Toc43204422 \h 12Pandemic Unemployment Assistance PAGEREF _Toc43204423 \h 12Sick Leave PAGEREF _Toc43204424 \h 12Job Opportunities PAGEREF _Toc43204425 \h 14First Step Staffing PAGEREF _Toc43204426 \h 14Credit Report PAGEREF _Toc43204427 \h 14HEALTHCARE PAGEREF _Toc43204428 \h 15Medicaid (PA Medical Assistance) PAGEREF _Toc43204429 \h 15Substance Use Recovery (internet and phone) PAGEREF _Toc43204430 \h 15Mental Health PAGEREF _Toc43204431 \h 15EDUCATION PAGEREF _Toc43204432 \h 16Statewide Distance Learning Project (DLP): PAGEREF _Toc43204433 \h 16Summer of Wonder: freelibrary. PAGEREF _Toc43204434 \h 16School Guidance PAGEREF _Toc43204435 \h 16CHILDREN/FAMILIES PAGEREF _Toc43204436 \h 17Baby Supplies PAGEREF _Toc43204437 \h 17Out-of-School Time (OST) PAGEREF _Toc43204438 \h 17NLArts: PAGEREF _Toc43204439 \h 17WorkReady: PAGEREF _Toc43204440 \h 17Youth Services PAGEREF _Toc43204441 \h 17Domestic Violence Resources PAGEREF _Toc43204442 \h 18FOOD PAGEREF _Toc43204443 \h 19North Philadelphia PAGEREF _Toc43204444 \h 20South Philadelphia PAGEREF _Toc43204445 \h 20West Philadelphia PAGEREF _Toc43204446 \h 21Center City PAGEREF _Toc43204447 \h 21North West PAGEREF _Toc43204448 \h 22OTHER PAGEREF _Toc43204449 \h 23Emergency Assistance Program (EAP) PAGEREF _Toc43204450 \h 23JEVS Human Services: PAGEREF _Toc43204451 \h 23FRAUD/SCAMS PAGEREF _Toc43204452 \h 24A series of COVID-19 Resource Guides compiled by the Philadelphia City Government Office of Community Empowerment and OpportunityLEGAL RESOURCESCommunity Legal Services: Walk-in Intakes: CLOSEDTelephone Intakes: OPEN (some)For all CLS Units, call (215) 981-3700 and press the option for the relevant issueLeave a message and an advocate will return your callEmployment Unit: [Option 7]Homeownership: Save Your Home Philly Hotline (215) 334-HOME (4663) [M-F 9AM - 5PM]The only City-funded foreclosure prevention programTenant-Landlord Matters: PEPP Housing Hotline (267) 443-2500 [M-F 9AM – 7PM]Outside those hours, leave a messageFamily Advocacy Hotline: (215) 981-3765 for parents dealing with DHS-involved casesOnline Services: OPEN (no online intakes yet)A list of the services CLS provides can be found herePhiladelphia Legal Assistance (PLA): Walk-in Intakes: CLOSEDPhone and Online Intakes: OPENTelephone Intake: (215) 981-3800 [M-Th 930AM - 12PM]Family Law Intake: (215) 981-3838 [M-Th 930AM - 12PM]Unemployment Compensation Application Service Hotline: (215) 999-6910Monday 9AM – 1PMTuesday 1PM – 5PMWednesday & Thursday 3PM – 7PMFriday 10AM – 2PMSSI Legal Issues: apply through Community Legal ServicesUnemployment Compensation and coronavirus: unemploymentcovid19A list of the services PLA provides can be found hereSeniorLAW Center: Walk-in Intakes: CLOSEDTelephone Intakes: OPENPhiladelphia: (215) 988-1242Bucks/Montgomery: (610) 910-0210Delaware/Chester: (610) 910-0215Statewide: 1 (877) PA SR LAW (7270-7529)The SeniorLAW Center website has information and resources for older adults on its websitePhiladelphia Lawyers for Social Equity: PLSE is now supporting virtual expungement applicationsTo get started, email info@ or call (267) 519-5323The PLSE website includes a Self Help sectionEducation Law Center: elc-Education Law Center is a non-profit legal advocacy organization with offices in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, dedicated to ensuring that all children in Pennsylvania have access to a quality public education.For legal advice related to Pennsylvania public schools, call ELC’s Helpline: Eastern and Central PA: (215) 238-6970Western PA: (412) 258-2120ELC’s COVID-19 update page has info/resource lists for students affected by school closuresGOVERNMENT RESOURCESCity of Philadelphia: On June 5, Philadelphia moved to a modified version of the “yellow phase” of Pennsylvania’s reopening planThe yellow phase still requires that everyone wear masks, wash their hands frequently, and stay six feet apart from others when outside of their homesAvoid gatherings of any size during this phase—yes, that includes having friends over for a barbecueKeep the number of people you’re in contact with as low as possible. If you do have contact with others, do it as safely as possible:Expanding your circle to include another household or person who has been staying at home consistently is a relatively low-risk option.Staying outside is safer than gathering inside.Travel is allowed but not recommended.These businesses remain closed: indoor recreation; health and wellness facilities; personal care services such as gyms, spas, hair salons, nail salons, and massage therapy providers; and entertainment such as casinos and theatersWalk-up ordering at restaurants and mobile food vendors, including food trucks, is permittedThese establishments cannot allow lines of more than 10 customers.Outdoor dining can resume on June 12 for businesses that are currently licensed for it, within their existing footprintDine-in services at restaurants remain prohibitedThe state prohibits gatherings of over 25 people until the green phase, but the Philadelphia Department of Public Health recommends that no gatherings of any size be held until the green phaseIn the event that you do host/attend an event, keep these guidelines in mind:Provide masks for all attendees and require them to wear the masks at all times, except while eating or drinkingAttendees should be at least six feet from others (except for their household members) at all times, even while eating and drinkingConsider offering remote attendance options for those at high risk and to allow for greater social distancingFollow the Safety Checklist to minimize the likelihood of spread of infectionMore details on what the yellow phase means for Philadelphia can be found hereFor non-COVID information on city services, call: 311All city buildings closed to the publicInformation on access to city services can be found hereNo interruption to trash and recycling servicesPhiladelphia Property Tax is due June 15thPayment options include:Online – Pay with eCheck (FREE); debit or credit card (fees apply),By calling (877) 309-3710 – Pay with eCheck (FREE); debit or credit card (fees apply),By mailing a check or money order to:Department of RevenueP.O. Box 8409Philadelphia, PA 19101-8409City-run pools are CLOSED this summer Spraygrounds will open on a rolling basis starting July 6 with restricted capacity (25 people at a time)Find tips here for staying cool this summerCheck here for updates on the city’s summer 2020 plansPhiladelphia Free Library: Philadelphia Free Libraries are CLOSED but you can access online resources hereWhile the libraries remain closed, many of their programs have become virtualMore information on Free Library programming can be found hereWith the yellow phase, these library services will increase: telephone reference services and picks/drop off spots of library materials at select locations (check the website for updates)PennDOT: Some PennDOT Driver License and Photo License Centers are now OPEN DL Centers open with limited services in Philadelphia:Arch Street Driver License Center, 801 Arch Street, PhiladelphiaS 70th Street Driver License Center, 2904 South 70th Street, Unit 8, PhiladelphiaWhitman Plaza Driver License Center, 330 West Oregon Avenue, PhiladelphiaWest Oak Lane Driver License Center, 7121 Ogontz Avenue, PhiladelphiaLawndale Driver License Center, 919-B Levick Street, PhiladelphiaPhoto License Centers OPEN in Philadelphia:Lawndale, 919-B Levick Street, Philadelphia (M-W, F & Sat 8:30AM – 4:15PM, Th 8:30AM – 6PM)Roosevelt Blvd, 9475 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia (M-W, F & Sat 8:30AM – 4:15PM, Th 8:30AM – 6PM)Mayfair, 6420 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia (M-W, F & Sat 8:30AM – 4:15PM, Th 8:30AM – 6PM)License expirations (for those that expire between March 16 and June 30) are extended to June 30 – driver’s license and photo ID cards may be renewed onlineVehicle registrations (including apportioned and fleet registrations), safety inspections and emissions inspections scheduled to expire from March 16 through May 31, 2020, the expiration date is now extended until June 30, 2020Issuance of REAL ID products is suspended until late 2020 (you can still pre-verify and apply online)More information on PennDOT services can be found herePA Turnpike: Credit cards and cash payments are temporarily suspended – all tolls will be collected via E-ZPass or the TOLL BY PLATE program (registered owner of the vehicle receives an invoice within 30 days)Limited service now available at Turnpike Service PlazasSEPTA: Bus, subway, and regional rail services begin summer schedules on June 15thDetailed information on schedules and open routes, can be found here (click on each transportation type for the most detailed information)Parks and RecreationP&R buildings, athletic courts, and restrooms are CLOSEDIncludes all rec centers, older adult centers (some providing food – see Food section), environmental centers, and ice rinksGroups sports and sports leagues are prohibited until further noticeThe Organic Recycling Center is operating at limited capacity (by appointment through June 30th)P&R parks, athletic fields, and trails are OPENAs of June 5, P&R playgrounds are OPENAs of May 1, P&R golf courses and driving ranges are OPENBe sure to continue practicing safe social distancing while using these facilitiesPlaystreets: Each summer, hundreds of small, one-way, residential streets throughout the City temporarily close to vehicle traffic to give children a safe place to pick up a free, nutritious meal. This year, Parks & Rec is calling on volunteers to apply to be a Playstreets supervisor. Playstreets Supervisors are residents who live on the street and can be available weekdays to close and open the street as well as distribute summer meals to children and youth. Apply for your block here. The deadline is June 15th.Parks and Recreation Summer Camps: P&R summer camps will operate Monday – Friday, beginning on July 6, and ending on August 14thSome camps were canceled (themed camps) but many will run with COVIID-19 precautions in placeChanges and precautions can be found hereTo find camps near you, search the P&R finder and contact the individual programs for registration information.Philadelphia Courts/First Judicial District of Pennsylvania: philacourts.usAll orders from the First Judicial District of Pennsylvania concerning the coronavirus pandemic can be found here.All orders from the Unified Judicial System of Pennsylvania concerning operations during the pandemic can be found here.All Philadelphia Family Court matters that were scheduled through December 31, 2020 are canceled and will be rescheduled – this excludes protracted hearings (hearings scheduled for a full day)Family Court services will be expanded but the Family Court building remains generally CLOSED to the publicAll evictions and foreclosures are stayed until July 10, 2020Civil trials in Philadelphia are postponed until July 6, 2020Civil and criminal jury trials are suspended through September 8, 2020Jury duty is canceled through September 8 (jurors summoned before Sept 8 do not need to report for jury duty)If you are a homeowner facing mortgage or tax foreclosure and need help, please call the SaveYourHomePhilly hotline (see below)Social Security Administration: onlineservices/All Social Security Administration offices are CLOSED until further noticeAll online and phone services are still availableTelephone: 1 (800) 772-1213Hours (for online services): M-F 5AM – 1AM, Sat 5AM – 11PM, Sun 8AM – 11:30PMIRS: Tax filing deadline: EXTENDED to July 15Federal income tax payment deadline: EXTENDED to July 15Prison VisitationThe PA Department of Corrections has suspended all in-person visitation to state prisonsThey now offer video visitation: US Bureau of Prisons has suspended all social and legal in-person visitationThey have increased telephone system minutes for all incarcerated individualsModified Operation ResourcesHOUSING/UTILITIESPECO: No service disconnections or new late payment charges for all customers through July 1PECO CAP (Customer Assistance Program): OptionsCustomer Assistance and Referral Evaluation Services (CARES)A referral and information service designed to assist special needs, low-income customers who have a temporary personal or financial hardship that prevents the payment of the utility bill. For assistance eligibility please call 1 (800) 774-7040Matching Energy Assistance Fund (MEAF)An energy assistance program that enables us to assist low-income, residential customers in the service territory with bill payment To determine if your household qualifies for assistance through MEAF please call 1 (800) 774-7040Telephone:Electric and natural gas emergencies: 1 (800) 841-4141 or 1 (844) 841-4151 (gas only)Payment arrangements and credit issues: 1 (888) 480-1533All other customer service: 1 (800) 494-4000Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)Philadelphia LIHEAP Office: (215) 560-1583LIHEAP is accepting applications for its Crisis Recovery Program from May 18th until August 31st or when funds run out The crisis maximum benefit has been increased for 2019-2020 to $800Some households that already received a crisis payment may receive a supplemental paymentInformation on eligibility and the application can be found herePGW: No non-payment terminations and waiving new late payment charges until further noticeCall Center only accepting calls for emergencies, for reports of gas odors, for requests to turn on service, or for repairsAll Customer Service Centers: CLOSED as of March 16Pay your bill:Online at Pay cash at area retailers like 7-Eleven, CVS and Family DollarPay by mail: PGW, P.O. Box 11700, Newark, NJ 07101-4700Working with customers through assistance programsPGW CRP (Customer Responsibility Program)CARES (Customer Assistance Referral Evaluation Program): Contact PGW at (215) 235-1000BUDGET Billing: An assistance program that estimates your yearly gas usage and divides the total evenly over a 12-month periodTelephone: (215) 235-1000Guidelines for All Assistance ProgramsPGW’S 24-hour Emergency Hotline is available if you smell natural gas or experience a gas-related emergency Telephone: (215) 235-1212Philadelphia Water Department: water.Phone: (215) 685-6300Email: waterinfo@Water quality is not impacted by the crisisNo terminations for customers who fall behind on payments through July 10Planned water shutoffs are postponedWater operations will continue uninterrupted, regardless of staffing.All penalties and late fees are waived until further noticeCrews began turning water back on for nonpayment accounts starting March 13 (there is no fee) – if you don’t have water it might be because there’s a safety issue – NOT because of the virusWater Bill Customer AssistanceHousing: pha.All PHA offices are CLOSED until further noticeEmail for questions while office is closed: PublicHousing.Answers@pha.As of March 18, PHA will only conduct emergency service orders until further notice, however residents with routine maintenance related issues should continue to call PHA’s Call Center at (215) 684-8920Effective April 1, all eviction filings are suspended for 120 days (residents are still required to pay rent)PHA residents are encouraged to apply for a Hardship Rent Abatement in the event of job loss or a reduction in hoursAll late rental payment fees are waived until June 2020As of March 18, PHA will only conduct emergency service orders until further noticeSave Your Home Philly Hotline: (215) 334-HOME (4663) [M-F 9AM - 5PM]The only City-funded foreclosure prevention programPhiladelphia Eviction Prevention Project (PEPP): A joint effort of Clarifi, CLS, Legal Clinic for the Disabled, Philadelphia VIP, SeniorLAW Center, and Tenant Union Representative is a great resource to learn about tenant rightsPEPP Tenant Resource Hotline: (267) 443-2500 [M-F 9AM – 7PM] Outside those hours, leave a messageInternet AccessInformation on internet access deals as well as deals on laptops and other communications services can be found here (this link is kept up to date by the city): June 30, Comcast is offering 60 days of free internet through Comcast Internet Essentials to new customers with limited means (regardless of previous debt to Comcast)Information on eligibility requirements can be found hereThis program does not require a Social Security Number – Comcast accepts 28 different kinds of documents, including PHL City IDsIf you recently had to disconnect your Comcast internet due to hardship, you may be eligible to sign up immediatelyComcast also offers $150 laptops to Internet Essentials customers (a number of different companies have similar offers – check the city gov’t link above)EMPLOYMENT/FINANCESUnemployment CompensationSee Lily Austin’s guide See the Philadelphia Legal Assistance information above for access to their UC Application Hotline and online resourcesPandemic Unemployment AssistanceThe Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act creates a new temporary federal program called?Pandemic Unemployment Assistance?(PUA)PUA generally provides up to 39 weeks of unemployment benefits to individuals not eligible for regular unemployment compensation or extended benefits, including those who have exhausted all rights to such benefitsThose eligible for PUA include:Independent contractors or freelancersSelf-employed business ownersGig workers Workers without enough work history to qualify for UCIndividuals without work history who had a job offer that was withdrawn due to COVID or that they cannot start because of COVIDThose who lost their jobs, lost business, had hours reduced, or are unable to work due to COVIDMore information on eligibility (and other aspects of the program) can be found hereIf you are not eligible for UC, you can still apply for PUA PUA benefits range from $195 to $572 per week, plus an additional $600 per weekYou will need to provide documentation of earnings/wages and file weekly claimsResources to support claimants in applying include: PUA System Guide, PUA Claimant Assistance Guide, PUA Weekly Certification Filing Guide, and Part Time Job – PUA Weekly Certification Filing GuideYou can file a PUA Claim hereSick LeaveAll of the information in this section can be found in Lily Austin’s Unemployment Guide. A small section is reproduced here.Federal Paid:The Families First Coronavirus Response, through the end of 2020, provides two weeks of paid sick leave at up to $511 per day for employees who cannot work while quarantined or under a doctor’s orderThe Act also provides two weeks of paid sick leave at up to $200 per day for those who cannot work while caring for someone with the virus or for a child whose school is closedDepending upon the circumstances, even additional paid leave time may be availableHowever, there are a lot of exceptions that carve out a lot of workers from being eligible for this benefitEmployee paid sick leave under the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act: [last updated May 13]Federal Unpaid: The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) covers 12 weeks of unpaid leave under certain medical/family circumstancesInformation on the FMLA: Office of Unemployment Information and Eligibility ChartPhiladelphia Paid & Unpaid Sick Leave:Some workers receive up to 5 days (40 hours) of paid leave – reasons for taking sick leave are expanded during the crisisWho can access sick leave under city law:Employees who have worked 40 hours this year for an employer in Philadelphia. Not covered: People who are considered independent contractors (those who receive 1099 tax forms), and the following types of employees: unionized employees, state and federal employees,?seasonal workers, employees hired for less than 6 months, and interns.Who gets paid sick leave:Employees who work for an employer with more than nine employees;Chains with more than 14 locations worldwide also must provide paid sick leave, no matter how many employees work at one location.Who gets unpaid sick leave:Employees who work for an employer with less than 10 employees. How many sick days will workers have access to?Employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours they work for an employer, up to 5 days per year – unused days from the previous year may roll overWhen can I use my accrued sick leave time?You can use them any time after you have worked at least 90 days for an employer.What you can use paid sick leave days for:Special uses during this health epidemic:If you they have to stay home due to quarantine or business closures;If you have to stay home to care for a child because of a school closure.And the normally covered uses under the law as well: If you are sick or caring for family members who are sickIf you need to take off because of issues of sexual assault or domestic abuseFor more information, see Lily’s guide, as well as these links: City Poster on Sick Leave, CLS information and email template to employersJob Opportunities Delivery Driver for Samuel August Logistics$15-$16/hour, full- or part-time Drivers: list of companies currently hiring: list of companies currently hiring: apply for jobs at these companies, click on the name of the company and it will send you to the Indeed page to submit the application.Some companies on this list include: Auto ZoneApplebee’s AmazonBAYADA Home Health CareBJ’s Wholesale ClubDomino’sFed ExLowe’sPlanet FitnessMeadow Senior LivingTower HealthThe Home DepotTrader Joe’sUPSFirst Step StaffingFirst Step is a staffing agency for jobs in five sectors: warehouse/distribution, food processing/packaging, hospitality, landscaping, and printing/imagingNew hire on-boarding: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9AM – 11:30AM1952 East Allegheny Avenue, 5th floor, Philadelphia, PA 19134 (Impact Services Building)Telephone (for any questions or concerns): (215) 333-3349 to speak to a Job CoachBring 2 forms of ID and be prepared for a 5-panel drug testTransportation is provided between First Step offices and most job opportunitiesCredit is offering free weekly credit reports through all three services (Trans Union, Experian, and Equifax) through April 2021 HEALTHCAREPhiladelphia City Coronavirus Hotline: 1 (800) 722-7112 - staffed with medical professionalsPhiladelphia pharmacies are opening back up. A list of these pharmacies can be found here. This list is updated daily.Medicaid (PA Medical Assistance)Coverage: Medicaid (PA Medical Assistance) covers COVID-19 testing and treatment, and requirements for prior authorizations from your physician have been relaxed. There are no copayments for COVID-19 lab tests. And for any services that have copayments, Medicaid cannot deny services if a person cannot pay the fee. Enrollment: Medicaid enrollment is year-round, so anyone who is currently uninsured can visit compass.state.pa.us to see if they qualify and to enroll. For more information, please see this press release from the state rmation on income limits for Medical Assistance (MA) can be found hereBenePhilly is OPEN to provide assistance with benefits applicationsTelephone: (844) 848-4376 (170+ languages supported)Contact Information for the County Assistance Office (CAO) & COMPASS:Philadelphia County Assistance Office: (215) 560-7226M-F 8:30AM – 5PMPhiladelphia LIHEAP Office: (215) 560-1583COMPASS State Customer Service Line: (877) 395-8930COMPASS Helpline: 1 (800) 692-7462TTY/TTD Number: 1 (800) 451-5886M-F 8:30AM – 4:45PMSubstance Use Recovery (internet and phone)Alcoholics Anonymous: Anonymous: for Sobriety: ’s National Helpline (treatment locator): 1 (800) 662-HELP (4357)Mental HealthNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255EDUCATIONStatewide Distance Learning Project (DLP): DLP offers online GED and ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) courses.The enrollment process requires potential students to:Complete the application onlineSpeak with a DLP representative to learn about the program/requirements and?to see where their strengths/weakness are subject wise.DLP will then send a link for the student to attend an online orientation and Distance 101 module. Upon completion a teacher will be assigned and classes will start.The sessions run for 3 weeks and?students are required to work with teachers at least 5 hours a week.DLP also offers a workbook curriculum for those who do not prefer online learning.Due to COVID-19 and their office being closed they are unable to ship the materials needed for the course. Once the stay at home order is lifted they will process requests and assign teachers for the workbook course. Summer of Wonder: freelibrary.Each year, the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Summer of Wonder program encourages students to keep reading and help prevent summer learning loss. This year, Summer of Wonder will offer virtual programming from?June 1 to August 31.Children, teens, and adults can go online at?freelibrary.?to earn points and badges for Summer of Wonder activities and time spent reading.?School GuidanceAll Philadelphia schools are CLOSED for the remainder of the school rmation on school closures and other updates can be found here. This page includes information on student access to meals.CHILDREN/FAMILIESBaby SuppliesPhiladelphia City government information on sites providing free baby food and diapers: require appointments, so check the list and call aheadThis page also provides online pregnancy and family support programsBreastfeeding Support: Pacify is a free mobile app for access to breastfeeding expertsEnter the enrollment code PHILLY at signup for free 24/7 accessFree CribsIn partnership with the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Maternity Care Coalition delivers free Pack n’ Play cribs to families so their babies have a safe space to sleepMaternity Care Coalition Telephone: (215) 989-3589Online form: Department of Public Health Telephone: 267-432-5844Online form: Time (OST)The Philadelphia Office of Children and Families’ Out-of-School Time programs will be virtual until further notice. Programming will focus on OST goals of literacy, career awareness, physical, and social/emotional health. Online activities will include read-aloud videos and literacy supports, virtual college and industry tours, dance and martial arts, and mindfulness/meditation practice.More information on the program can be found on the city government website, here.NLArts: NLArts is an arts education camp for kids (entering K – 8th grade). Their late June sessions are virtual and cost around $50. The virtual programs run June 22-26 and June 29 – July 3.You can register here: : WorkReady provides paid summer jobs and work experience for Philadelphia youth 12-24 years old. This year’s program will consist of digital experiences in one of three subject areas: digital career exposure, financial literacy, and digital literacy and brand identity.The application deadline is June 30. For more information on the program and how to apply, visit .Youth ServicesCollection of youth oriented service organizations (information not verified): Violence ResourcesWomen Against Abuse Domestic Violence Hotline: 1 (866) 723-3014Protection from Abuse (PFA) Orders: The Philadelphia Family Court building is CLOSED to the public (1501 Arch Street)Emergency Temporary PFA Hearings and Orders available at the Stout Center for Criminal Justice (1301 Filbert Street Philadelphia, PA 19107) M-Th 11AM – 8AM (the following day), and Friday 11AM – Monday 8AMFor more information on PFA filings (as of March 31): Against Abuse Legal Center: provides free legal services to those seeking protections from abuseIn-person services are CLOSED but they’re still accepting phone referrals and providing services to current clientsTelephone: (215) 686-7082FOODIt’s recommended that you call ahead to make sure locations are operating as posted and still have supplies.Philadelphia City Government food sites (run in partnership with Philabundance and Sharer Food Program)All food sites are open Mondays and Thursdays 10AM – 12PMOne box of food per householdNo ID or proof of income requiredBring bags or boxes to carry foodPhilabundance: Share Food Program: USDA Food & Nutrition Service National Meals for Kids Site FinderIncludes start and end dates and contact information for each siteContact the individual sites for more specific informationFood Pantries in the AreaThe city’s older adult centers remain OPEN to provide meals to go (only for this purpose):Mondays (two meals) & Wednesdays (three meals) 11AM – 1PMJuniata Park: 1251 East Sedgley Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19134Northeast: 8101 Bustleton Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19152Mann: 3201 N 5th Street Philadelphia, PA 19140Martin Luther King, Jr.: 2101 Cecil B. Moore Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19121West Oak Lane: 210 Ogontz Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19138South Philadelphia: 1430 E. Passyunk Ave., Philadelphia, PA, 19147Philadelphia Corporation for Aging Grab and Go food sites for adults 60 and olderFind free meals for students while schools are closed (for youth only)The link above has all the Philadelphia Public Schools and Charter Schools that are providing free meals to students while they’re closedAll the public schools are open Mondays & Thursdays 9AM – 12PMNo ID requiredThe Charter Schools are open 9AM – 12PM on varying days. Contact them or visit their websites for more informationFamilies will receive six pre-packaged meals at once – 3 breakfasts and 3 lunchesStudent meal sites closing July 2:William L. Sayre High SchoolThomas K. Finletter SchoolOverbrook Educational CenterRoxborough High SchoolTanner Duckrey SchoolMary McLeod Bethune SchoolPHA offering grab-and-go meals at 6 PHA locations, M-F 9AM - 12PMAbbottsford Homes Community Center 3226 McMichael Street, 19129Bartram Village Community Center 5404 Gibson Drive, 19143 At this location, PHA and CHOP are partnering to provide frozen family-sized dinners to PHA residents – program will run at the same time as the public program (M-F 9AM – 12PM)Program will run April 6 – June 12Raymond Rosen Homes Community Center 2301 W. Edgley Street, 19121 John F. Street Community Center 1100 Poplar Street, 19123 Wilson Park Community Center 2500 Jackson Street, 19145West Park Apartments Community Center 300 N. Busti Street, 19104At this location, PHA and CHOP are partnering to provide frozen family-sized dinners to PHA residents – program will run at the same time as the public program (M-F 9AM – 12PM)Program will run April 6 – June 12Food delivery options for seniors and immunocompromised: North PhiladelphiaDevereux Memorial United Methodist ChurchChurch is closed due to COVID 2527 W Allegheny Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19132(215) 221-5050St Francis InnMeals To Go M-Th 4:30PM - 6PM F-Sun 11:30AM - 1PMCoffee and pastries T-Th 10AM - 11AM2441 Kensington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19125(215) 423-5845Our Brother’s PlaceFood bank CLOSED due to COVID cases on site907 Hamilton Street Philadelphia, PA 19123(215) 985-1600Church of the AdvocateMeals To Go M-F at 12PM 1801 Diamond Street Philadelphia, PA 19121 (main entrance 2121 Gratz Street)(215) 978-8000South PhiladelphiaRowhouse Grocery:1713 McKean Street Philadelphia, PA 19145Offering a 15% discount for food service industry workersPay what you wish meals at Kalaya from 3pm-5pm daily (764 S 9th Street)Giordano Garden Groceries:$35.00 Fresh Essentials Box (produce, vegetable, dairy, nuts and dried fruit)Delivery (free for Philadelphia, Conshohocken, Main Line, and South Jersey) or pick-up: call (215) 389-6500 or email giordanogardengrocers@Delivery: M-F 12PM – 4PMPick-up: M-F 10AM – 7PMOld Pine Community CenterBreakfast and Lunch To Go M-F 7AM – 8AM, Sunday 7:30AM – 9:30AMFood Bank and Care Package program (groceries, hygiene products, PPE): Sunday 7:30AM – 9:30AM, T-F 11AM – 12:30PM**hygiene products and PPE are not guaranteed**401 Lombard Street Philadelphia, PA 19147(215) 627-8110West PhiladelphiaUniversity City Hospitality Coalition: meals to go Sunday, Monday - SaturdaySunday 6PM: Hillel Foundation215 South 39th Street Philadelphia, PA 19104Every Sunday through March 29 (not sure about after)Monday 6PM: University Lutheran Church3637 Chestnut Street (37th & Chestnut) Philadelphia, PA 19104Wednesday 6PM: St. Mary’s Church3916 Locust Walk Philadelphia, PA 19104Normally @ Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral, 38th Street and Ludlow Street (red door) - MOVED TO ST. MARY’SUnder normal circumstances, there would be mail pick up and service clinics - these are suspendedThursday 6PM: St. Mary’s Church3916 Locust Walk Philadelphia, PA 19104Friday 6PM: Woodland Presbyterian Church401 South 42nd Street (42nd Street and Pine Street) Philadelphia, PA 19104Mail Pick-Up: 5:30PM - 7PM (continuing as scheduled)Saturday 12PM: 3916 Locust Walk Philadelphia, PA 19104Serving sandwiches Crusaders for Christ ChurchFood on Fridays 3PM - 4PMCall on Friday morning to be sure they are still distributing food: (215) 387-3014Only serves residents within the 19143 zip code? Bring ID just in case1201 South 42nd Street, Philadelphia PA 19143Can only visit once per monthParadise Emmanuel Tabernacle ChurchDistributes pre-packaged food on Wednesdays & Saturdays 9 AM-12PM(215) 571-5406Only serves residents within the 19143 zip code? Bring ID (and utility bill?) just in case4704 Woodland Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143Chosen 300 WestMeals To Go M-F 6PM - 7:30PM3959 Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104(215) 765-9806Abundant Life Healing Fellowship ChurchPre-filled bags of food 9AM - 12PM3rd Saturday of every month100 N 63rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19139(215) 472-4236Photo ID and proof of address still requiredCenter City?Broad Street MinistryMail Services M-F 11:30AM - 2PMMeals To Go M-F 11:30AM - 1PMPersonal Care Bags (pre-packaged) W 11:30AM - 1PM Hand Washing Stations: 15 stations around the city with soap, running water, and paper towels315 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19107Chosen 300Meals To Go MWF 5:30PM - 8PM1116 Spring Garden Street Philadelphia, PA 19123(215) 765-9806Grace CaféFood to go on Sundays 6PM – 7PM55 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Arch Street United Methodist Church)(215) 568-6250St John’s HospiceMeals To Go M-F 12PM - 1PM1221 Race Street Philadelphia, PA 19107(215) 563-7763Sunday Love ProjectFood on Sundays 5PM, Mondays 10AM, and Tuesdays 5PM 1904 Walnut Street Philadelphia, PA (The Church of the Holy Trinity) 19103(267) 241-8348Muslims ServeFood To Go Th-M 1:30PM - 3:30PM1401 JFK Blvd. Philadelphia PA 19102Other locations listed here(833) 486-4370 ext. 2Old St. Joseph’s ChurchMen onlyServing food Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday 11AM – 12PM321 Willings Alley Philadelphia, PA 19106(215) 923-1733North West??Masjidullah Inc.Was providing meals during Ramadan – not sure if programs have changed7401 Limekiln Pike Philadelphia, PA 19138Weaver's Way Co-op Home delivery or curbside pickup M-F, no delivery feeNot the cheapest place to shop but they are very community-minded tracks items that have been restocked through online retailersEmergency Assistance Program (EAP)This program expired on June 12thJEVS Human Services: Telephone: (484) 533-7002Email: lookingforward@ Re-Entry Virtual Workshops – all workshops are freeCall In #: (929) 205-6099 or access on your computer using Zoom (Zoom Meeting ID#s listed under each workshopTuesdays10AM-12PM Orientation & ResourcesZoom ID# 929-732-9573PM-4PM Re-Entry Rap SessionZoom ID# 348-856-329Wednesdays10AM-11AM Work EthicsZoom ID# 969-136-8671PM-2PM Resume BuildingZoom ID# 161-846-5143PM-4PM Re-Entry Rap SessionZoom ID# 348-856-329Thursdays9:30AM-1PM Pardon & Expungement ClinicZoom ID# 878-924-9331PM-2PM Job InterviewingZoom ID# 653-739-2453PM-4PM Re-Entry Rap SessionZoom ID# 348-856-329Fridays10AM-11AM Business Start UpZoom ID# 618-138-3053PM-4PM Re-Entry Rap SessionZoom ID# 348-856-329FRAUD/SCAMSBeware of scams claiming medical breakthroughs or protections against the coronavirusBe sure that all your information comes from trusted sources (, who.int, other trusted government officials or medical professionals)As always, DO NOT share personal identifying information with strangers (date of birth, Social Security Number, bank account information, etc.)When sending money or donating, be sure that it is going to a trusted individual or organizationIf you or someone you know has been the target or victim of a fraud scheme related to the coronavirus, please report the incident to the national hotline at The National Center for Disaster Fraud at 1-866-720-5721 or at?disaster@The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) has reported that individuals are filing claims with stolen identities for Pennsylvania Unemployment Assistance (PUA) (intended to benefit workers who have lost their jobs as a result of COVID)If you receive a paper check for unemployment benefits in the mail but did not file for such benefits in Pennsylvania, do not cash the checkIf you receive a direct deposit for unemployment benefits but did not file for such benefits in Pennsylvania, do not use the fundsThe Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry website contains detailed instructions for returning the moneyIt is very important that victims report suspected identity theft to the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & IndustryA form is available on the Department’s website: DLI.Identity theft and fraud can also be reported to the Department using its Fraud Hotline 1(800) 692-7469This information will be shared with law enforcement to investigate this suspected fraud ................
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