We remind our neighbors that all our in-person events are canceled or postponed through the month of April. There is a citywide and statewide stay at home order until further notice.

Below is an updated list of helpful resources and things to know during this time.

You are also welcome to reach out to us at contact@passyunk.org with questions and we will do our best to direct you to city offices. Stay safe and stay connected even while we’re all at a distance!

FINDING INFORMATION

From the City

• Text COVIDPHL to 888-777 to receive updates to your phone.
• phila.gov/COVID-19

• Archive of updates from the city
• Coronavirus helpline  1-800-722-7112

• Daily broadcast updates @PHLPublicHealth

From the Commonwealth

• https://www.health.pa.gov/topics/disease/Pages/Coronavirus.aspx

Other City Departments and City-wide Agencies

• School District of Philadelphia
• Archdiocese of Philadelphia
• Parks and Recreations – Guidelines here
• SEPTA
• Water Department

Staying Safe

• Tips for avoiding scams

HEALTH RESOURCES

Guidance from the CDC

Guidance from the State

Guidance from the City

City of Philadelphia Coronavirus helpline  1-800-722-7112

Need help coping? The Commonwealth has a toll-free support line: 1-855-284-2494. For TTY, dial 724-631-5600 or Text PA to 741-741

• JeffConnect (talk to a doctor online)
• Coronavirus helpline  1-800-722-7112

• How to make your own face mask (patterns also available from Sew Face Masks Philly, as well as a request form)

DATE CHANGES FOR CITY, STATE, AND FEDERAL PROGRAM

• The IRS has moved the tax filing deadline to JULY 15
• The Commonwealth of PA has moved the tax filing deadline to JULY 15

FINDING SUPPLIES AND GROCERIES

Grocery stores continue to be open for essential visits. Please remember to leave morning hours for seniors and others who might be particularly vulnerable to coronavirus. Neighbors might also consider the wide variety of grocery delivery services.

Local Grocery Delivery and Contactless Pickup options:

• Giordano’s Fresh Essential Boxes
• Mighty Bread
• Amigos Bakery
• Mercado – 9th Street Market and other Local Shops
• Primal Supply
• Philly Foodworks
• Lancaster Farm Fresh CSA

Local Restaurants and Shops offering contactless pick-up and delivery

• Dining at a Distance takeout/delivery list
• Local Deli Delivery List from Passyunk Post
• Italian Market Delivery and Services
• Passyunk Avenue Delivery and Open Services
• Citywide crowdsourced food delivery/pickup list
• Crowdsourced Passyunk Ave food delivery/pickup Listing

Additional options for contactless supplies and food support

• Free nutritious food boxes from the city
• City program for free meals for school-aged children
• Free food resources from Philabundance
• To-go Sack Meals from Old Pine Street Community Center
• Mutual Assistance Request Form (Volunteer Run)
• Buy Nothing East Passyunk
• Philadelphia Diaper Bank

WAYS TO HELP

• Suggested ways to help from the city

Relief Funds

• City of Philadelphia COVID-19 Relief Fund
• Other nearby Community Funds

Neighbors Helping Neighbors

• Volunteer organized South Philly/Center City Mutual Assistance Program
• Volunteer with SEAMAAC for food distribution
• Volunteer with the City for food distribution
• Volunteer to help with Jackson Chromebook distribution

Suggestions for helping neighbors who may not be internet savvy: 

• Comcast Internet Essentials – New customers will receive two free months of Internet service if they apply by April 30, 2020. 
• Share a guest wi-fi password
• Assist with Facetime or zoom to see relatives/friends
• Assist with telemedicine visits  

Support for Healthcare Workers

• Seven pm tonight and every night – clap for healthcare workers
• Feed the ER
• Call from the City for masks, gowns and other supplies
• Sew Face Masks Philadelphia (not necessarily for Healthcare Workers)

Support for Families, Schools and Teachers

• PCCY Resource Guide
• City list of Resources for families and early learning providers during COVID-19

Support for Local Businesses and Their Staff

• Buy Local (Link to option above)
• Bartender crowdsourced tip jar spreadsheet
• Post about Passyunk area business (please add ways to help!)

City and Non-Profit organized Direct Action and Volunteering

• Volunteer to be a City of Philadelphia Community Response Captain
• Volunteering with Philabundance
• City ServePhiladelphia volunteer corps opportunities
• Donating Blood (by appointment only)
• Food and Essential Goods Donations to Old Pine Street Community Center

FINDING SUPPORT

• Information for PA Employees Impacted by the pandemic
• Applying for Small Business Relief from the City
• Compass State Benefit system
• Disaster Loans from the US Small Business Administration
  
• Congressman Dwight Evans COVID-19 Resources
• PA Representative Elizabeth Feidler’s Office Resources (generally S. of Wharton check your State Rep here.)
• PA Representative Brian Sims’s Office Resources (generally N. of Wharton check your State Rep here. )
  
• Community Legal Services Resource Guide
  
• Crowd-Sourced Resource Guide of links to public information
  
• PCCY Family Resource Guide
  

THINGS TO DO, TEACHING RESOURCES, WELLNESS, AND ENTERTAINMENT

While you’re home, it’s a great time to:

• Take the Census!
• Apply to vote by mail in the PA Primary

• City of Philadelphia’s Stay-at-home to do list (via Twitter)

• Nominated a beautiful step in the neighborhood for Step of the Month!

Additional Resources and Inspiration

• Guidance from the City of Philadelphia regarding Digital Access
  
• Creative PHL’s list of virtual arts experiences
  
• Crowdsourced spreadsheet of education, wellness, and entertainment

• The Rainbow Connection Art Project
• Virtual Karaoke Tips
• First Person Arts COVID-Stories
• Philadelphia Theatre Artists Going Virtual

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