If you are concerned about personal exposure or are experiencing symptoms, county residents can register for a test at any of the six testing sites. Visit
www.montcopa.org/COVID-19 or call 610-970-2937 to register for a test at any of the six sites. Registration will open at 8:30 a.m. daily.
United Way has a Covid Community Economic Relief Fund. They help with bills, food, and rent. Call 1-866-211-9966. Provide your zip code and they will give you a list of local agencies that provide assistance.
North Penn School District provides Free Meals this year.
Contact the North Penn School District School Nutrition Services Department at 215-853-1080 or
froehlml@npenn.org if you have questions about this service.
PA Department of Human Services (DHS) Referral Helpline available 24/7 to counsel Pennsylvanians struggling with anxiety and other challenging emotions due to the COVID-19 emergency and refer them to community-based resources. The number to call is 1-855-284-2494. For TTY, dial 724-631-5600.
https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/DHS_details.aspx?newsid=513
Internet Access Help from Comcast - Effective Monday, March 16, 2020, Comcast is offering 2 months free to new Internet Essentials customers in response to recent and anticipated emergency measures associated with the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Click here for more details.
Springfield Psychological is now providing Telehealth Services for outpatient therapy and psychiatric medication management to support both NEW and EXISTING patients from the comfort of their home until the Coronavirus outbreak resolves. Telehealth services are now covered by ALL major commercial insurances & Medicare and can benefit all age ranges. Please contact our Intake office directly 610-544-2110 x 2 or
www.springpsych.com to view our Telehealth Services section.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Montgomery County is here to help. Their mission is to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through recovery focused support, education, and advocacy. Their commitment to providing you with the mental health support, education, and resources you need to build better lives will not be interrupted. Support groups will be held virtually and by dial in, click on the link below for updates. While their office is closed, they will maintain their Help Line, Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 215-361-7784 or
https://namimontcopa.org/
Resources for Parents to help kids handle the stress of the Covid 19 crisis:
Resource :Talking to Your Kids About the Corona Virus
From State Representative Liz Hanbidge's Office:
2020 has been a difficult and trying year for everyone, and I understand that this financial relief ending will impact individuals and families right here in our community. Please know that my office is here to help, and we can connect you with any state services to help you overcome this hardship. Please reach out to RepHanbidge@PAHouse.net or (610) 277-3230.
Medicaid: on.pa.gov/2WQrpZA
🧸 Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP): on.pa.gov/2Cx42xm
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): on.pa.gov/3d03Zq3
️ Summer Food Service Program (SFSP): on.pa.gov/3drnb0w
🛒 Local Food Resources: on.pa.gov/3ct4k4K
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF): on.pa.gov/2CJwQ5J
️ Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Recovery Crisis Program: on.pa.gov/2Egv38N
PA CareerLink: on.pa.gov/2ZW8j6l
COVID-19 mortgage and rent relief: phfa.org/PAcares
Property tax and rent rebates: revenue.pa.gov/PTRR
Report illegal eviction: on.pa.gov/AGcomplaint
Financial resources: on.pa.gov/2Jb8UYp