Episode 4: How To Help and Get Help

Apr 12, 2020

Here we are in the midst of a global pandemic. So what now? Sam and Julie give recommendations on how to help out locally and where to find help if you need it. Plus answers to community questions:
-Should we wear masks to walk around the block?
-Is it inconsiderate to walk or bike on the Rail Trail in the middle of the day?
-Where can I donate homemade masks?

SHOW NOTES:

Concrete ways to help:

• Give blood either through the Red Cross or Give-a-Pint.
• Sign up to be part of the Greater Susquehanna Valley United Way volunteer corps. Get on the list and you will be in the loop when calls go out for deliveries or outreach or other projects to help your neighbors.
• Help spread the word about the 2-1-1 service. You can either find it online at nepa211.org or call just those three digits on the phone 2-1-1. The latter will actually put you in touch with a person who can help you navigate the maze of resources and service providers.

All about masks:

• MaskFacts.org
• Super-easy no-sew option -- You don't have to be able to sew. You don't even have to have hair ties. Scissors would help if you don't already have a bandana or handkerchief. But if you have both a bandana and hair ties, you don't even need scissors.
• Help out by contacting The Mask Connection or Greater Susquehanna Valley United Way

Financial help:

• Rent, mortgage, credit card, or utility issues
• Small business support from the Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
• Unemployment compensation FAQs -- also summary of scenarios and benefits including for gig workers/contractors

Income tax filing extended to July 15, both federal and state (PA)

CONTACT US:

• Email [e-mail]
• Call 570-523-0114 (leave a message and your full phone number if you want to be called back. We can’t access your number remotely.)
• Message us through the Lewisburg Neighborhoods page on Facebook.

 

Featured Music: “In The 21st Century” by Keshco is licensed under a CC Attribution-ShareAlike License.

 

Produced in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.