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During the COVID-19 crisis, we know Club families may need extra help during these challenging times. At this link you will find information on where to get help from the food program and get help from a number of state sources.

Palm Beach County Food Finder

United Way Launches Food Finder Map. This is an interactive tool using Google Maps to help people easily locate free food and hot meals in Palm Beach County. Zoom in to view locations close to you.

CARES Act Food Assistance Available Beginning September 4, 2020

Palm Beach County will issue pre-paid debit cards to approved residents to purchase food. Eligible residents who experienced a loss of income as a direct result of COVID-19 and who are at or below 140% Area Median Income (AMI) may apply. The one-time benefit allowance is based on household size and maximum amounts is listed. Only one card will be given out per household, and all expenditures must be made by December 30, 2020.
• 1-2 Household members: $400
• 3-4 Household members: $800
• 5 or more Household members: $1,000
Applicants must present evidence their household was adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in order to qualify to receive the prepaid card. Supporting documentation must be provided to prove income eligibility, such as last a pay stub or last filed tax return, valid government issued ID and Social Security card.
Clients who received assistance for rental and utility services thru Covid Cares program may apply for the food assistance without uploading additional documentation.

NAMI Ending The Silence For Families

NAMI Ending the Silence presentations include two leaders: one who shares an informative presentation and a young adult with a mental health condition who shares their journey of recovery. Audience members can ask questions and gain understanding of an often-misunderstood topic. Through dialogue, we can help grow the movement to end stigma. Use the link (above) to register for the best day and time for you. There are multiple dates and time available.

Top 10 Positive Parenting Techniques

Ten tips to for parents that will help children develop self-discipline.

Youth Summit of Palm Beach County- Presented by Planned Parenthood

Free virtual workshop for parents of teens presented by Planned Parenthood. View the event website to register and learn more! The virtual workshop will be held on June 20, 2020 from 2:00-3:30 pm.

Palm Beach County Rental Assistance Program

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS CARES ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, APPLICANTS MUST:

• Be a resident of Palm Beach County
• Provide documentation to prove loss of income, reduction in hours, or unemployment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic
• Provide documentation to show they have applied or are receiving state or federal unemployment benefits
• Meet gross Area Median Income (AMI) limit not exceeding 140% AMI for the household
• Have a lease and other utilities in their or a household member’s name
• Not have received any other financial assistance for rent and/or utilities for the period payment is requested
• Have less than $5,000 in liquid assets in checking, savings, and cash card balances
• Note – other restrictions may apply. Benefits up to $7,000 ($5,800/up to 3 months rent and $1200/electric, water and gas combined). Assistance will be provided only for past due rents and/or utilities. The due dates must be after March 1, 2020 and before December 30, 2020.

Virtual Support Groups

Alpert Jewish Family Services is offering free support groups to anyone in the community to help during this time. All virtual events are free of charge. Registration is required for access to the Zoom meetings.

Parent Tool Kit

Use this resource to find parenting advice and topics for supporting healthy children.

Mental Health & COVID-19 Digital Toolkit

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention launched a digital toolkit containing resources to help you cope with your mental health and the COVID-19 outbreak. You’ll find advice, guidance, content for social sharing, public messages, and more!

Building a New Routine

You’re not alone if your world has radically shifted because of the new coronavirus, or COVID-19. So many of our standard routines have been shaken—everything from our commutes to how we gather with our communities, and even spend time with our children and families. Change, especially the change you didn’t see coming or couldn’t prepare for can feel so scary and overwhelming. And things don’t really feel normal right now. Please check out the following link below to help keep structure and build a new routine for you and your family.

Health Care District

Need to know where to go to get tested for COVID-19? This link gives the latest information on open testing sites and how to schedule an appointment in Palm Beach County. Locations in West Palm Beach, Belle Glade and Jupiter areas.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is here to help!

We’ve been helping families directly by distributing free lunches to all children under 18 and a week’s worth of organic produce and other staples to all Club families. At this link you will find A MINI VERSION of our resource list, including information on where to get help from the food program and a number of state sources.

IRS – Get My Payment

The IRS is in the process of depositing stimulus checks into the bank accounts of millions of US residents who have met the requirements for a payment. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said the federal government is preparing to mail the first wave of paper checks. With this online tool you can check on the status of your stimulus check, as well as, input your bank information if you want to change to a direct deposit.

Self-Care Challenge

Prime Time Palm Beach County is offering a Seven-Day Self-Care Challenge is a virtual on-demand offering designed to provide basic practice tools that can help us cultivate awareness, self-care, and resilience, particularly during challenging times.

Healthcare District of Palm Beach County

COVID-19 Screening Hotline: Screening callers for symptoms prior to registering and scheduling patients for appointments or drive thru testing site located at FITTEAM Ball Park of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach

Screening Hotline 561-642-1000

Coronavirus Videos by Child Mind Institute

Every day the Child Mind Institute will publish a YouTube video with a tip for families to use during the coronavirus crisis.

Cleaning and Disinfection for Households

Recommendations for households to clean and sanitize during the coronavirus crisis.

Tips and Resources for Parents to Support Learning at Home

Find out the key steps to make learning at home successful.

Taking Care of YOU

Tips for self-care for family caregivers

Tech Support Guides

Having trouble connecting or using technology at home? Support.com TechSolutions offers free, diagnostic, self-support through their step-by-step guides that anyone can use to easily solve thousands of common tech problems on their own.

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