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Click here for info on various programs including: emergency heating repairs; repairs for seniors; adaptive modification programs; emergency home repairs and info on low cost home repair loans: www.phila.gov/services/property-lots-housing/get-home-improvement-help/
Camp Mariposa-FREE
· For children aged 9 – 12 who have been impacted by any type of familial substance or alcohol use
· Children can live in Philadelphia or the surrounding region
· Six free weekend camping trips per year; children can remain in program until they are 13
· Camp weekends include therapeutic activities led by professionals and adult mentors, as well as typical camp activities like rock climbing, boating, hiking, etc.
· Transportation, food, camp gear, etc. are all provided at no cost to the family
Call 267-679-6158 for info or click here for info
Career Connected Learning PHL (C2L-PHL) gives Philadelphia youth ages 12–24 work-based learning experiences and career awareness. Program activities include:
https://www.phila.gov/programs/career-connected-learning-phl-c2l-phl/
Click here for Autism resources
As You Are does virtual autism evaluations within a few weeks if having difficulty getting an evaluation in person.
Email https://asyouare.com/ for evaluation and information or call 866-219-8595
Please click here to apply and for info on these great FREE camps and after school programs. Call 215-952-2730 or www.sunriseofphila.org
National organization with Philly chapter. Click here for more info https://pflag.org/chapter/philadelphia/
Helping Philadelphians make the best decisions for their sexual health. FREE resources including: PrEP and TelePrEP, Emergency PEP, HIV and STI testing, FREE sexual wellness products (condoms and more), Syphilis Testing/Treatment/info- Call 215-985-2437, Free online CHAT and website info here https://phillykeeponloving.com/
AHCOPA provides free housing counseling for the Greater Philadelphia area. Services include:
Network of volunteers who will go with someone to their court appointment and help them navigate checking in, understanding the process, light interpretation, and knowing what to expect from court process. Call (215) 279 7060 www.sanctuaryphiladelphia.org
All Ages (Parents, Teens and Children) Helps one better cope with emotions and stress, and improve sleep
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insighttimer.com. plumvillage.app smilingmind.com
For younger children
smilingmind.com. Breathe Think Do iphone or Android
Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness (ECYEH) works to remove barriers for students experiencing homelessness/housing insecurity/displacement in Philadelphia. Click here for info www.philasd.org/studentrights/#homeless
Also, can fill out this form and someone will contact you ASAP.
Scan this code, or download this poster, and email tutoring@philasd.org, to register and learn more.
To apply to be a Samuel A. Green Scholar, you must be a Greater Philadelphia or Lehigh Valley area high school graduating senior/rising college freshman from a public, private, parochial or charter school, or a home-schooled student or technical school graduate and GED recipient, who plans to be a full-time student at a community or four-year, not-for-profit, accredited college or university $5000/year for 4 years. Must apply before March. Click for info and to apply https://www.greenfamilyfoundation.org/samuel-a-green-scholarship.
Click here for amazing resources https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/breastfeeding-and-chestfeeding
Offers many different soccer programs at various locations in Philadelphia that are either free or “Pay-What-You-Can” to make soccer accessible to everyone. KSC even provides free equipment to all players before programs start. Call 267-526-2727, email kensingtonsoccerclub@gmail.com, or visit https://www.kensingtonsoccer.org/ to learn more and start playing soccer!
RockReach offers in-school and low cost after-school dance programs for kids in grades K-12 at 8+ Philadelphia schools. Call 215-551-7010 or email WhiteA@therockschool.org. Learn more and see if the program is at your child’s school https://rockreachdance.org/.
Running based program to inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness, and decision making skills in a program ending with a celebratory 5k. For girls in 3rd-5th grade at 35+ elementary schools and other locations in the Philadelphia area. Financial assistance available. Call 215-247-8598 or email heather.plastara@girlsontherun.org. https://www.gotrphiladelphia.org/
Youth sports grant that offers up to $150 to cover youth recreational sports registration fees ages 4-18. Child must be enrolled in Medicaid, SNAP, or WIC. See website for the application form and more criteria/information. https://everykidsports.org/every-kid-sports-pass/
Click here and type in what you are looking for www.phila.gov/parks-rec-finder/#/search/activities
Please click here for listing and hours
Click here for Tennis
FREE course from U of Penn to help high schoolers navigate the college process. https://www.coursera.org/learn/applying-to-college-101
The AJ Drexel Autism Institute pioneers research to better understand autism and drive impactful change in our communities and worldwide. Click here for info https://drexel.edu/autisminstitute/
Duffle bags with clothing for children entering foster care. https://fosteringhopepa.com/ and Philly chapter https://fosteringhopepa.com/chapter/philadelphia-nw-county/
– Works with the School District to prevent disruptions to a child’s education when they are placed in DHS care
– ESC liaisons can help with academic problems, attendance/truancy, transportation to/from school, support for children with special education needs. Call (215) 683-4001 or OCFCommunications@phila.gov
https://www.phila.gov/programs/education-support-center/
Anyone can make the referral, but permission to evaluate must come from the education decision maker (biological parent, another EDM, etc., not the foster/resource parent). If there are delays in psycho-educational testing after the permission to evaluate has happened, it can be helpful to contact ELC § ELC Education Rights Helpline: 215-238-6970, info@elc-pa.org
-ESC Cognito Referral Form https://bit.ly/ocf_esc
Camp To Belong River Valley reunites siblings separated by foster care and other out-of-home placements. https://www.ctbrivervalley.org/
The Achieving Independence Center exists to provide a safe communal space where youth in dependent care can be connected, educated, and empowered as they strive toward attaining and maintaining independence. The AIC is dedicated to providing support and real life tools for youth who want to make an investment in their future. Youth work with AIC Coaches to create a customized service plan that will help them to achieve their goals related to: completing high school/GED, enrolling in college/vocational school, computer literacy, employment/career planning, housing, permanency and personal development.
– https://www.phila.gov/programs/achieving-independence-center-aic/
– https://www.valleyyouthhouse.org/programs/life-skills-development/achieving-independence-center-aic/
Your one-stop-hub of information for a Philadelphia summer jam-packed with exciting activities and cool opportunities! https://www.phila.gov/2023-04-03-welcome-to-the-home-of-itsasummerthing/
Is your child at-risk of losing their place in a Pennsylvania Early Childhood Program due to challenging behavior. Click here for info and call Call the Child Care Works Helpline 1-877-4-PA-KIDS
Offering free, one-on-one support to apply for public benefits. www.phila.gov/programs/benephilly or call (844) 848-4376
BenePhilly offers free, one-on-one help to enroll Philadelphia residents in public benefit programs. These programs can help you afford some expenses, such as:
A BenePhilly counselor can fill out public benefit applications with you and follow up on the status of your applications.
Also, info on the “Medicaid Unwinding”. Need to update your info NOW to continue to get Medicaid/CHIP.
Free or low-cost summer camp and after school academy for students grades 1-12, offering sports, writing, arts, performing, production, entrepreneurship, and other activities. For more info, go to esfdreamcamp.org/programs/ or call 610-724-8380 or 856-304-4972 or info@ctbrivervalley.org
Click here to submit your application http://iframe.publicstuff.com/#?client_id=242&request_type_id=33173
Kooth – A NO COST, 24/7 Digital Mental Health and Wellbeing Support for Students Grade 6+ in School District of Philadelphia
Kooth is Pennsylvania’s 24/7 online mental health and wellbeing platform sponsored by the PA General Assembly. Kooth is designed to provide students with access to no cost, personalized, digital mental health and wellbeing resources, including self guided, peer to peer, and professional counseling support. Interested to learn more? Click https://us.kooth.com/signup/what-school-do-you-go-to to sign up for Kooth, and https://us.kooth.com/philasd/parent-faqs for parents and caregivers.
The Affordable Connectivity Program, the federally funded initiative offers eligible households a $30 monthly discount on bills and $100 towards the purchase of a laptop. https://affordableconnectivity.gov/
Through CBH. CBH defines open access as a psychiatric evaluation, medication management for new or established members, or an initial appointment with a therapist. Go to https://cbhphilly.org/members/provider-directory/mhop-open-access/ and search for site closest to you (your client) and call.
Offering grants of $5K-$15K to BIPOC Philadelphians. Go to birdseed.org for info and to apply.
Find info on how to take an in-home test and find free testing sites near you: https://www.covid.gov/tests
Offering a homebuyer assistance grant of up to $10,000 (or 6% of the home’s purchase price, whichever is lower) to assist first-time homebuyers reduce the principal, cover down payment and loan closing costs.
To be eligible you must complete a FREE City-funded homeownership counseling program before you sign an Agreement of Sale. Homeownership counseling successfully prepares borrowers for this big life decision. See https://phdcphila.org/residents/homebuyers-and-renters/philly-first-home/ and check out flyer
Doula support is provided at no cost to you. Services with your doula are voluntary. 215-685-5246 or “DoulaSupportProgram@phila.gov. Click here for info and to sign up https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/doula-support
Philly LIFTS (Linking Infants and Families to Services) is a program that provides direct support to parents and children affected by NAS (infant with opioids in their system). Info here https://www.phila.gov/2021-02-20-city-programs-help-families-affected-by-neonatal-abstinence-syndrome-nas/ or call (215) 776-4406
We are offering online recovery support groups available throughout the week (schedule on website). All recovery meetings are non-denominational, agnostic to any specific recovery pathway, and are open to anyone. https://unityrecovery.org/digital-recovery-meetings
For children 8-18 years old with an incarcerated parent. Online Zoom support groups from Project Avary a national leader in supporting children and families. https://www.projectavary.org/onlineprogram
Opened in 2022 this innovative center brings career training and community building to the forefront of our neighborhoods through state-of-the-art facilities, support for local entrepreneurship, and hands-on learning experiences for fields that are in demand. Go to https://www.ccp.edu/about-us/locations/west-regional-center/career-and-advanced-technology-center to look how to advance careers in the automotive industry, healthcare, manufacturing and more. Multiple scholarships available.
4750 Market Street
We welcome you to join the Fatherhood Initiative program. This program provides you with access to case management, parenting groups, and life skills workshops on topics such as: co-parenting, child development, communication, conflict resolution, workforce development, and job skills. We support you with referrals and connections to needed health and social services for you and your baby. Monetary incentives for joining. Call or email cpetrugerena@maternitycarecoalition.org 215-510-4613.
39-month time-based competency program that takes candidates with little or no experience and trains them to be multi-skilled employees of the Philly Shipyard. 100% of cost of related instruction paid for by PSI. Email Alex.Dinh@phillyshipyard.com, call 215-875-8817, or visit www.phillyshipyard.com/jobs/apprentice-program/ for more info.
SSSPAP goal is to increase the number of people of color and women in the construction trades. Check them out at www.ssspap.org
The Construction Apprentice Preparatory Program (CAPP) is a pre-apprenticeship program that prepares participants to pass the various Building Trade Entrance Exams. (609) 792-4768. cappprep.com
Check out their website for more info on becoming a carpenter www.carpentersofphila.com
For women, minorities, and other Philadelphia County residents that have existing barriers to employment in the building trades.
Becoming a parent is exciting, thrilling, and wonderful. It is also major life-changing event that can come with mental and emotional challenges. The Philly Loves Families team is here to connect you with people and programs that lend mental and emotional support. https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/mental-emotional-support
Amazing Resource from the Philadelphia Dept of Public Health, Philly Loves Families is your go to resource to find help from Pregnancy to Preschool. Go to https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/ and explore.
Youth Care Team provides a confidential, judgment-free, safe space (virtual or in-person) for adolescents between 13-21 years of age focused on mental, sexual, and reproductive wellness. Resources include brief counseling, depression and anxiety screening, comprehensive education, free condoms with additional safer sex supplies, period products, referrals for additional support, and more.
Click to refer: https://redcap.phila.gov/surveys/?s=HT4E37NMAN
Call for info: (267) 324-6081
Instagram: @YouthCareTeamphl
The St. Christopher’s Healthy Kids and Teens Weight Program offers a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and community-based approach to helping children and adolescents struggling with weight issues and medical problems related to excess weight. Call 215-427-4886 for info/appointment. https://towerhealth.org/st-christophers-hospital-children-weight-management
WHAT: At Kamp for Kids, we aim to help many different audiences, from youth at risk to children with Autism. Kamp For Kids achieves its mission by providing free events, offering direct assistance, and facilitating programs for today’s youth by celebrating parities and differences. Provides camping programs and services to youth from the greater Philadelphia and Bucks County area, for those who are economically disadvantaged.
WHO: Children ages 8-18
WHERE: Victory Valley Youth Camp, 7352 Salem Bible Church Rd, Zionsville, PA 18092. Transportation leaves from Bristol, Pa
COST: Free
https://www.kampforkids.org/
Order FREE test kits for home as well as condoms. Also find testing and treatment site near you here https://phillykeeponloving.com/hiv-testing/
The Pride Program provides gender affirming care, including hormone blocker and therapies. They also offer a full scope of obstetric and gynecologic care, surgical services, hormone therapy, outpatient mental healthcare, and patient navigator support. To make an appointment, please text or call 215-420-0989. Location is at Einstein Medical Center 5501 Old York Road. https://www.jeffersonhealth.org/clinical-specialties/lgbtq-health/pride-program
24 hours a day 7 days a week, PLEASE talk to someone if you are in a crisis. Just dial # 988 can call or text
The Restore, Repair, Renew program is a new initiative of the City of Philadelphia to help Philadelphia homeowners to access low-interest home equity loans to invest in their properties. Lenders participating in the program are offering a 10-year fixed-rate 3% interest home equity term loan ranging from $2,500 to $50,000 (inclusive of 10% contingency) to eligible homeowners with a household income of 120% of area median or less. Click here for info https://www.clarifi.org/what-we-do/housing-success/restore-repair-renew/ or call 215-866-5200
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Click here to get a FREE gun lock and potentially, save a life. www.templesafetynet.org/safebet
Youth Empowerment For Advancement Hangout (YEAH) Is A Black-Led, Community-Based Nonprofit That Works With Teens And Young Adults In West And Southwest Philadelphia Ages 15 To 24 Who Have Been Impacted By Violence. With A Special Focus On Those Labeled As Having Violent Histories, YEAH Acknowledges Teens And Young Adults As The Experts Of Their Own Lives And Prioritizes Pushing Back Against Oppressive Systems And Addressing Structural Barriers That Often Lead To Violence. yeahphilly.org or call 267-892-3538 for info.
Click here for dates and locations. No questions asked and get $ for gun and help our city be safe. https://phlcouncil.com/gunbuyback/
The Network of Neighbors Trauma Response Network is composed of community members trained to support — and lead — responses to stress, trauma, loss, and violence within their own communities. Call 267-233-4837 and visit https://dbhids.org/networkofneighbors#toggle-id-5.
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Gun Violence Group Therapy (GVGT) will address the mental health of youth and their family members as it relates to the impact of gun violence in Philadelphia by providing educational and clinical resources around grief and how to cope more effectively. https://blackmenheal.org/gun-violence-group-therapy/.
FREE Legal Helpline on reproductive, human rights. Call 844-868-2812 or go to their website here www.reprolegalelpline.org/sma-contact-the-helpline
You can find information on financial assistance and tips for choosing a provider here abortionfunds.org/how-do-i-find-the-clinic-thats-right-for-me/
This program will help you find verified abortion providers nationwide. You can also text “Hello” to 435-3-FINDER or “Hola” to 218-3-BUSCAR. Go to www.abortionfinder.org for info and support.
Seeks to engage and support the diverse LGBTQIA+ communities in the greater Philadelphia area through arts & culture, empowerment, and community connections. https://www.waygay.org/ 1315 Spruce Street.
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Amazing resource for mental health provider, patients, teens families and more. Self care info and so much more. Click here to explore https://www.therapistaid.com/
The Early Learning Resource Center is a single point of contact for families, early learning providers and communities. Call Hotline 1-888-461-KIDS (5437) for info on finding, selecting and paying for daycare. https://philadelphiaelrc18.org/
Philadelphia Family Voices supports parents and caregivers who have children, youth or young adults with emotional, social, behavioral and mental health challenges or autism. Our Family Peer Support Specialists offer resources, provide advocacy, and help facilitate access to educational, behavioral health, autism, Juvenile Justice and other children and youth services in Philadelphia. 841 E Hunting Park Ave Call 484- 228-1229 or go to website for info https://philadelphiafamilyvoices.com/
RISE Philadelphia offers free, virtual tutoring and mentoring to K-12 Philadelphia and South Jersey students to empower students to achieve their goals of succeeding in the classroom and graduating high school. Each student is paired with a local graduate student who provides academic assistance. You can visit https://www.risephiladelphia.com/services to learn more and sign up! Questions can be sent to rise.philly.2020@gmail.com. Flyer here
Dial 211, option #3 to be connected to a “resource navigator” that can help Philadelphians feel safer and help heal from violence.
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PRC is a network that provides multiple opportunities to returning citizens. Call 1-215-685-0779 or philareentrycoalition@gmail.com Click for info www.philadelphiareentrycoalition.org
Connects formerly incarcerated individuals with job opportunities. Click here for info https://ceoworks.org/locations/philadelphia or call 215-309-7220 or CEOPhiladelphia@ceoworks.org
Click here to get info on lots of jobs http://pathemployment.org/ or call (215) 305-6932
JEVS hireAbility offers empowering, customized employment programs to assist individuals living with a disability or chronic disease by preparing them for competitive employment and community integration. We have programs for both youth and adults in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Click for info www.jevshumanservices.org/programs/employment-for-people-with-disabilities/ or call (215) 854-1800
Working on the pool deck is the hottest summer job in Philly. One of the best-paying teen jobs around, Parks & Rec lifeguards earn up to $17.24 per hour, with starting pay set at $15.25 per hour. Parks & Rec is now offering free training for anyone interested in lifeguarding at a City pool this summer. If you think lifeguarding is for you, check out the information below and book your screening test today. Click for info https://www.phila.gov/services/working-jobs/city-jobs-and-internships/become-a-lifeguard/ and check out this 
Philadelphia Works supports special programs to help young adults access career opportunities. Click for info https://philaworks.org/youth-and-young-adults/ or call 215-963-2100 .
Independent Living housing programs provide semi-supervised small group living and individual apartments for single or parenting youth between the ages of 16 and 24 who are homeless or in the foster care system. https://www.valleyyouthhouse.org/ Call (215) 574-9194 for info.
Click here for listing of Cyberschools https://bestpacyberschools.com/schools/
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health offers in-home vaccinations for those with barriers to vaccination, like scheduling, transportation barriers, disability, etc. If you have a need for an in-home COVID-19 vaccine please call 215-685-5488 (press 2 for Spanish or 3 for all other languages). Dial 711 for TRS/TTY assistance. El Programa de Vacunas en el Hogar del Departamento de Salud Pública de Filadelfia ya no acepta solicitudes a través de este formulario. Si necesita una vacuna COVID-19 en el hogar, llame al 215-685-5488, presione 2 para Español o 3 para todos los demás idiomas. Marque 711 para asistencia TRS/TTY.
Parents! Are you being investigated by Philadelphia DHS (Department of Human Services)? Are you receiving DHS or CUA (Community Umbrella Agency) services? Are you unsure about your rights or how to proceed? Call for FREE Legal Advice (215) 981-3765. https://clsphila.org/services/dhs-cases-parents-only
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If you are going to use by yourself, call us! You will be asked for your first name, location, and the number you are calling from. Please call 1-800-484-3731 you are NOT alone.
Info at https://neverusealone.com/
An online and mail-based harm reduction service designed to reduce opioid overdose death, prevent injection-related disease transmission, and improve the lives of people who use drugs. Click here to learn more https://nextdistro.org/
The Caring Together Program, founded in 1990 helps women, their children and loved ones overcome substance abuse and start a new life without drugs and alcohol. The program utilizes a multidisciplinary team approach to treat substance use and mental health disorders along with other issues that may have caused or resulted from substance use. Services available are trauma informed substance use and psychiatric disorder treatment including medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorder, individual and group sessions focused on substance use education, relapse prevention, anger management, parenting, grief and loss, coping with trauma, life skills training and support for family reunification. Referrals to other services for family member are available.
To participate in the Caring Together Program, women must be 18 years or older. The program is part of the Department of Psychiatry and Drexel Medicine and is located at 4700 Wissahickon Avenue (Wissahickon and Route 1/Roosevelt Boulevard). Please call 215-967-2130 if you or your loved ones are interested. https://drexelmedicine.org/patient-services/the-caring-together-program/
Please click here for document for FREE opportunities in Real Estate; Coding/AI; Health Sciences; Environment; Life Guarding; Libraries and more. Some pay you!!
Tarjimly is a FREE app that that helps immigrants and refugees with free translation services including video and written. Go to www.tarjimly.org to download and try it.
Project 440 teaches high school students to use their interest in music to forge new pathways for themselves and ignite change in their communities. Project 440’s after school programs are offered in the fall and spring semesters and include Instruments for Success: focused on College Preparedness and Career Pathways and Doing Good: emphasizing social entrepreneurship and community service. Alumni of Project 440 programs can also participate in the Youth Advocacy Council. Students meet twice a month and receive leadership, project management, governance and advocacy training. https://project440.org/
Get maximum benefit for the Expanded Child Tax Credit. Click here www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/child-tax-credit
Great resources for families broken down by neighborhood. Click here https://www.phillyautismproject.org/supportgroups/
Keystone Scholars is an investment in every Pennsylvania baby’s bright future, including yours.
Keystone Scholars provides $100 for every baby born to a PA family on or after January 1, 2019 to be used for your child’s future post-secondary education expenses. The $100 is invested and will grow alongside your child. Your Keystone Scholars account can be used for qualified higher education expenses including tuition, fees, books, and more at a vocational or technical school, apprenticeship, community college, or four-year university. Go to https://www.pa529.com/keystone/ and start your child’s future now.
Click here to request https://www.redcross.org/local/pennsylvania/southeastern-pennsylvania/about-us/our-work/home-fire-campaign/smoke-alarm-request.html
Click here for information https://nscphila.org/find-servicesimmigrants-and-refugees/english-classes both online and in-person
Philadelphia’s myPLACE network offering adult education and career readiness classes throughout the City. myPLACE classes help residents get the skills they need for work and life. ESL, Math and Reading, GED. Go to www.phila.gov/programs/adult-education to find location near you.
Their goal is to provide economic opportunity and a path to self-sufficiency for those otherwise locked out of the employment system, including those experiencing or who have recently experienced homelessness, individuals who have been previously incarcerated, and military veterans. https://firststepstaffing.com/ and 215-333-3349
Vroom gives infants, toddlers and their families amazing fun, free activities to help your baby’s development. En Espanol tambien. https://www.vroom.org/
Group working to end “period poverty” by supplying FREE period products to those in need. https://www.nomoresecretsmbs.org/
Need a copy of your COVID Vaccine? Click here https://redcap.phila.gov/surveys/?s=CJN8APH8JRJHXND8
The MOMobile Rapid Engagement program (MRE) provides support to pregnant and parenting people (with a babies 0-3 years old) who are either using substances or in early recovery. Advocates can help clients access any urgent needs (e.g. food, benefits, clothing and baby items), facilitate referrals to physical and behavioral health services, home visiting programs and/or other social service programs. Please call the MRE hotline number (215-972-0700) for additional information or to make a referral. Provider and self-referrals welcome. maternitycarecoalition.org
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Please check out resources for those affected by violence in Philadelphia but also consider resources that help decrease violence such as After School and Mentoring Programs, Mental Health Resources, Out-of-School resources for those with a HS Degree, Employment resources, Teen Resources and those affected by Incarceration.
Healing Hurt People at Drexel is a program for people ages 8 to 35 who have been shot, stabbed, or assaulted, and for those who have witnessed these events. The goal is to help survivors heal from their physical and emotional wounds in order to support their well-being and personal healing, and, ultimately, break the cycle of violence.
Call (215) 762-1177 or go to https://drexel.edu/cnvsj/healing-hurt-people/overview for info.
Mothers in Charge advocates for families affected by violence and provides counseling and grief support services for families when a loved one has been murdered. Call (215) 228-1718 or go to www.mothersincharge.org for info
EMIR is a nonprofit organization that services and supports family members and friends who have been affected by homicide. (215) 848-4068 and emirphilly.org/
CARES Philadelphia stands for “Crisis Assistance, Response, and Engagement for Survivors.” It is a division of the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office that seeks to help families of homicide victims. Call (215) 686-8019 for help.
Provides no-cost critical repairs for vulnerable homeowners in Philadelphia including those over 55 and individuals with asthma. Click here for info https://www.rebuildingphilly.org/
To register complaints about shelter, transitional, and permanent housing, and rapid rehousing. 215-686-4700 ohs-generalinfo@phila.gov
If you see someone in Philadelphia experiencing homelessness who needs help, please call the 24-Hour Hotline. 215-232-1984 Or 1-877-222-1984
The Council of Southeast Pennsylvania’s Support Line provides support services to community members, service providers, community organizations, and professionals who need information, support, referrals, and advocacy. 800-221-6333 or HelpLine@councilsepa.org. https://councilsepa.org/programs/recovery-drug-and-alcohol-information-support-line/
For families only emergency housing after-hours services (weekdays after 5 pm and holidays and weekends). Call 215-787-2887, 715 N. Broad Street
Project HOME has housing programs, opportunities for employment, medical care, and educational resources for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness. Visit their website for more information about their programs and services. https://projecthome.org/
The City of Philadelphia’s PHLConnectED program will provide thousands of Philadelphia pre-K-12 families with free internet access so their children can fully participate in school. Find out if you’re eligible by dialing 2-1-1. For language services, press 8. You can also visit phila.gov/programs/phlconnected/ for more information.
PHLConnectED will connect you with a Digital Navigator “https://www.phila.gov/services/education-learning/get-help-with-technology/get-help-from-a-digital-navigator/ for one-on-one support with accessing and using technology.
Click here if you have been affected by gun violence or are looking for resources for violence prevention and healing www.uptheblock.org/en/
Connecting children, teens, and families with summer activities and information. Call 215-683-6012 https://www.phila.gov/programs/playitsafephl/
Click here to find activities for children Pre-K to 12th grade. www.phila.gov/ost/program-locator
Multiple jobs for teens and young adults 16 and up. Click here www.phila.gov/programs/parks-rec-summer-youth-employment-program/ and
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation hires dozens of lifeguards for the summer. Parks & Rec hires lifeguards year-round for our indoor pools. They provide training!-
https://www.phila.gov/services/working-jobs/find-a-job-or-internship/become-a-lifeguard/ @noclosedpools2022
The School District of Philadelphia, many public charter schools, private schools, and dozens of summer youth programs (including summer camps, sports camps, child care programs, and more) are looking for full-day and partial-day summer staff who can teach and/or work with children. Organizations need teachers, coaches, group leaders and operations staff. Most jobs pay $15/hour or more. Click here for details www.teachphl.org/summer-employment/
The PHILLY TRUCE APP puts Philadelphians with knowledge of potentially violent conflicts in direct contact 24/7 with trained mediators. 1-267-458-7823. Click here to download www.phillytruce.com
For disconnected young adult and returning citizens, PowerCorpsPHL provides career-connected education and paid work experiences in collaboration with AmeriCorps and the city of Philadelphia, powered by EducationWorks. They work closely with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, the Philadelphia Water Department, and partners in the public and private sector, PowerCorpsPHL builds opportunities for young people to create promising futures by tackling pressing environmental challenges and developing the skills required to secure meaningful work. Check it out https://powercorpsphl.org/ or email PowerCorpsPHL@educationworks.org.
FREE virtual summer emersion program. Offers a 2 and 6 week program for 9-12 graders for computer science skills they need to make an impact in their community while preparing for a career in tech. Participants will get exposure to tech jobs, meet women in tech careers, and join a supportive sisterhood of girls in tech.girlswhocode.com/programs/summer-immersion-program
or info@girlswhocode.com
TeenSHARP prepares talented Black, Latino, and low-income students for top colleges and community-centered leadership.
Starts in 9th grade. Go to www.teensharp.org or email info@teensharp.org for info
The Uplift Workforce Solutions program is designed to provide formerly-incarcerated and like-situated individuals an opportunity to gain long-term employment through the remediation of negative thought patterns, poor decision making and bad habits. Call 1-833-875-4389 or communications@upliftsolutions.org upliftsolutions.org/workforce-solutions/
FEMA will continue to provide funeral assistance until Sept. 30, 2025, to those who have lost loved ones due to this pandemic 844-684-6333. We are so sorry for your loss. Please Click here for details https://www.fema.gov/disasters/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance#eligible
Free support and expertise for new parents where you’re most comfortable – at home! Free Support Professionals that
will be there to provide you the help and resources you need to keep you and your baby healthy during your pregnancy as well as up to 3 years old. Go to https://phillyfamiliescan.com/ or call 215-685-4701 about this amazing program. Health professionals can also refer families by clicking https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/providers#referral-links
Flyer click here in Spanish here
Find out how to get a COVID vaccine here: https://www.phila.gov/services/mental-physical-health/get-vaccinated/sign-up-to-get-a-covid-19-vaccine/
The Office of Children and Families (OCF) aligns the City’s policies, resources, and services for children and families. Our priorities are:
OCF administers a number of City-supported programs, including Out-of-School Time, WorkReady, Community Schools, PHLpreK, and Access Centers. The office also oversees the Department of Human Services (DHS), Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and the Free Library of Philadelphia.
If you tested positive for COVID, click this link on how to tell your contacts https://tellyourcontacts.org/. Helpful info click here as well
Families of Murder Victims (FMV) is a victim advocacy and services program specifically for family members and friends of a homicide victim, regardless of the status of the case. The following services are provided, free of charge, to co-victims of violence:
If you are interested in receiving services through FMV, please call (267) 217-3754
http://avpphila.org/families-of-murder-victims/
An initiative that provides parenting resources on how to improve communication with your children, about more difficult topics specifically for teens. The website also provides tips and resources for teens to explore difficult issues and seek out guidance. https://parentandteen.com/
Free custom help for teens to quit smoking/vaping. mylifemyquit.com/Enroll_Now
Visit www.phillytenant.org or call 267-443-2500 to access information and resources for eviction prevention, rent assistance, and other housing issues.
Use these handouts to give to families to directly link to resources on the Cap4Kids website.
Hover your camera app over the code and a link to the website will pop up. Click below for handouts
Basic Needs Handouts
Food Resources
Health Insurance Resources
Housing Help During COVID Spanish Version
Housing Help
Utility Issues
Educational Handouts
College Prep and Scholarships
School Issues
Other Great Resources
Afterschool Programs
Behavioral Concerns
Benefits
Discounts to Museums
Educational Library Programs
Free Gym Memberships
Free Text Health Tips
Immigrant Issues
Legal Resources
Physical Health Resources
Reduced Cost Internet
Teen Resources
Good site that has info on how to help children with an incarcerated loved one. Click here for great handout and go to their site www.kidsmates.org
Access Wireless serves the community by providing mobile phone service to income-eligible residents as part of the government-funded Lifeline Assistance program. Click for info and see if you are eligible. https://www.accesswireless.com/
Let’s Get Ready provides free SAT prep, admissions counseling, and post-enrollment mentoring to students from low-income backgrounds and who are first-generation-to-college. Their peer-driven program is administered by highly trained and highly effective college students who mentor younger students to and through college. Click here for info https://letsgetready.org/
info@letsgetready.org or 646-808-2760
Camp Sojourner, Girls’ Leadership Camp helps girls become leaders who take charge of their own lives and act as agents of positive change in their communities. We host girls ages 8-18 at Camp Sojourner, our overnight summer camp program, and we offer year-round mentoring, service projects, creative arts, and leadership activities. 215-399-1282 or info@girlsleadershipcamp.org . https://girlsleadershipcamp.org/
Mentoring program for youth in foster care 14-20 years old. Call 215-574-9194 or go to website www.valleyyouthhouse.org/get-involved/mentoring for more info.
Philly Hopeline can be accessed at 1-833-PHLHOPE (1-833-745-4673) every Monday-Thursday from 10am to 8 p.m., Friday 12-4. UPLIFTPHILLY.ORG/PHILLY-HOPELINE. See flyer here
Click here for info and sites www.phila.gov/covid-testing-sites
Click here for powerful book and share
Click here in multiple languages to find out how to get insurance during this pandemic. www.pccy.org/resource/howtogethealthinsuranceduringcovid19
For diapers: Call the Philadelphia Interfaith Network (215-246-4663) and Catholic Social Services (215-624-5920 Northeast Philadelphia, Casa del carmen: 267-331-2500, and Southwest Philadelphia: 215-724-8550).
Click here and go down to COVID-19 info for COVID specific info as well as info in your zip code. communityresourceconnects.org
Click here for learning resources and much, much more www.phila.gov/2020-04-04-resources-for-families-and-early-learning-providers-during-covid-19
Get Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus at no cost when you qualify for and enroll in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Qualifying households can still sign up for Internet Essentials or Internet Essentials Plus for an affordable monthly price. Go to https://www.xfinity.com/learn/internet-service/internet-essentials#amieligible to find more info and see if you’re eligible.
Click here for info in Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Russian, and French. Click here https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/
Go to https://www.phila.gov/food/#/ for a map of free food sites, older adult meal sites, student meal sites, general meal sites, community refrigerators around Philadelphia. No ID is required. Distribution times and meal size vary per site. More info and resources can be found on the website.
Counselors are available by phone to assist if you are experiencing job loss, temporary loss of income or financial hardship during this time. Call 1-855-FIN-PHIL (346-7445) to speak to a counselor today. Flyer here. Info on their website clarifi.org
Child care for city employees. Click here or here https://www.compass.state.pa.us/Compass.Web/ProviderSearch/Home#/BasicSearch
From Public Citizens for Children and Youth- multiple resources updated daily- www.pccy.org/covid
For Mental health crisis at this time individuals can text PA to 741-741 (crisis text line)
A FREE mobile app that provides on-demand access to lactation specialists right from your smartphone. Get the app “Pacify” in the Apple Store or Google Play.
Fill out a sign-up form on www.pacify.com/pdph/#form to get FREE 24/7 access. Bilingual Info here www.pacify.com/pdph
Flier
Click here for great info to use https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/coronavirus-landing-page.html?ref=search
Click here for statewide response and info www.health.pa.gov/topics/disease/coronavirus/Pages/Coronavirus.aspx
Helpline and info for questions related to COVID-19. Click here https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/updates/support-for-residents/
Sign up here for free admission www.adventureaquarium.com/Aquarium-Admission/Memberships/Pre-K
Very useful site for foster parents or parents who want to foster in Philadelphia. For foster parent by foster parents. Go to www.fosteringphilly.com
Click here for a list of resources to help people connect with the right professional, peer, social, community-based and self-help care. Resources for Crisis, Counseling by Health Insurer, Addiction, and much more. Click here for info https://healthymindsphilly.org/en/resources/
Click here for over 200 scholarships for high schoolers https://www.philafound.org/students/apply-for-a-scholarship/
Click here for guide for multiple services for Philadelphia fathers.
New site that helps families get the skills necessary for success for their children starting Kindergarten.
Click here for help conqueringkindergarten.org.
If you are in need of diapers, please get in touch with the organization closest to you to determine if you are eligible to receive diapers from them. Click here for website philadelphiadiaperbank.org
Low cost braces for lower income families. Click www.smileschangelives.org for info.
Individuals who receive SNAP (food stamp) or Medicaid, ca get Amazon Prime for $5.99 month and can use their benefits to get food and discounts on diapers and other goods. Click here for info.
Those 18 and up can use your library card for amazing free passes to several attractions around the city. Even tickets to major league games. Click here for info libwww.freelibrary.org/programs/experience-pass/attractions
Youth Outreach Adolescent Community Awareness Program, a project of the Urban Affairs Coalition, has several trade options like Carpentry, Finishing Trades Institute (FTI), Plumbing & Electrical that will help males and females gain entry into the building trade. 16-24 year olds with HS Diploma of graduating in the Spring. Call 215-851-1800 or 215-851-0110 today to enroll.
Call now and get info and click here www.cdc.gov/tobacco/campaign/tips/quit-smoking/
1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669)
In Spanish: 1-855-DÉJELO-YA (1-855-335-3569)
In Asian languages:
Mandarin and Cantonese: 1-800-838-8917
Korean: 1-800-556-5564
Vietnamese: 1-800-778-8440
Specifically for high schoolers and college students interested in the transportation industry (city planning, SEPTA, Amtrak and more). Click here for info or go to site whttps://www.wtsinternational.org/
Free parenting classes for parents with mental health issues. Wednesdays 10am-12. Call 267-507-3872 for info. www.mentalhealthpartnerships.org
Great resource from Healing Hurt People on healing from trauma. We’re encouraging a citywide conversation about trauma healing. One that is honest, offers new ideas and takes the stigma out. 219 N. Broad Street, 8th floor, 215-762-1177 or 267-359-2446. Click here to begin to heal https://www.wecanhealfromtrauma.org/
Helpful info and support for Grandparents raising their grandkids. 4100 Main Street, Suite 403 Philadelphia, PA 19127 | T: 215-487-3000. https://www.connectedly.org/programs/grandfamily-resource-center/
Registration for our 7th Grade Initiative program is easy. Students simply need to bring proof of 7th Grade status (a roster or report card), along with a parent or guardian to any of our locations. Click here for info philaymca.org/join-the-y/7th-grade-membership-initiative
Recommendations and resources for developmental screening for infants and toddlers from the Health Department. Click here for info http://runningstarthealth.phila.gov/check-connect/
Face to Face offers a Dining Room, a nurse managed Health Center, a Legal Center, a Social Services Center and, along with Mercy Neighborhood Ministries, early child education (3 and 4 year olds), children’s Summer Camps and After School programs. 123 East Price Street 215-438-7939. facetofacegermantown.org
Sign up for Summer of Wonder at your neighborhood library or online for fun craft and maker activities, storytimes and book clubs, gaming and STEM programs, and more to help your mind stay curious and active all summer long!
Click here for postings https://jobs.septa.org/
Several resources for Foster Care families from Sesame Street. Click here https://sesameworkshop.org/topics/foster-care/
30 one-bedroom units of affordable housing targeted to young adults (age 18-23) who are homeless, have experienced homelessness, or are at risk of homelessness (including those aging out of foster care), and will be LBGTQ-friendly. Call 215-309-5227 for info. projecthome.org/locations/gloria-casarez-residence
The PA Opioid Prevention Project is a youth-developed, multi-media opioid misuse prevention campaign to empower youth with education, knowledge and resources to make healthy choices. Info for teens and parents. Call 1.800.662.HELP www.paopioidprevention.org or
The People’s Paper Co-op (PPC) is an ongoing initiative by the Village of Arts and Humanities in Philly that connects formerly incarcerated individuals together with artists, civil rights lawyers, and many others to run a multitude of programs and initiatives. peoplespaperco-op.weebly.com
My Kid Is Gay is a first-of-its-kind digital presence, inclusive of videos, advice, and resources, dedicated exclusively toward helping parents understand their Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual children. Click here for info http://mykidisgay.com/
Amazing app designed to help Philly youth (and former and present foster teens) find and access local resources, like shelters, housing, foodbanks, healthcare providers, and more. Download now at youthmattersphilly.org
Great info for families who have experienced trauma or loss. www.nctsn.org/audiences/families-and-caregivers
Free Music Education for Philly’s Youth- Programs include: MusiCore Kensington (Grades 6-12), MobileMusic Hunting Park (Grades 6-12) and MusiCore Germantown (Grades 6-12) and summer camp for ages 7-17. Go to rocktothefuture.org for info or call 215-302-9633 or info@RocktotheFuture.org
Victim Services by Area of City
Philadelphia Office of Victim Advocates- https://www.ova.pa.gov/County-Crime-Victims/Pages/Philadelphia.aspx
Center City – Center City Crime Victim Services- call 215.665.9680
East Division (North Philly) Crime Victim Advocates (Congreso)- www.congreso.net– 267-968-1813
North Central Victim Services- 215-763-3280
NorthEast Victim Services- www.nevs.org– 215.332.3888
NorthWest Victim Services- www.northwestvictimservices.org– 215-438-4410
South Philadelphia- www.vwssp.org– 215-551-3360
West/South West Philadelphia- AVP- www.avpphila.org– 215-567-6776
Restore, Repair, Renew is a new initiative of the City of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority (PRA) to help Philadelphia homeowners access low-interest loans to invest in their properties. Lenders participating in the program are offering 10-year, 3% interest loans that range from $2,500 to $24,999 to eligible homeowners. Go to clarifi.org/rrr for info or call 215 866-5200
Amazing organization with assistance for older Philadelphians from legal aid to employment to food. Call 215-765-9040 or go to their website www.pcacares.org
For graduating seniors or first year college students from lower income families. 30 scholarships a year to help defray costs. Click www.herbie.com/hif-scholarship for info.
Great website for all questions that have to do with young women’s health and sexuality. youngwomenshealth.org
Great resources for families and providers. sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org
It’s mission is to ensure inclusive, quality educational opportunities for all military-connected children affected by mobility, transition, deployments and family separation. www.militarychild.org
Advocates for Military families. Check out their website for info on programs www.militaryfamily.org
Advocating for Philadelphia’s lower wage workers. For info click here www.philaup.org
The Student Assistance Program is a free service for students and families available through the Philadelphia School District and participating charter schools. Schools partner with outside agencies to conduct behavioral health and substance use assessments for K-12 students who are experiencing academic and emotional difficulties. Certified Student Assistance Program assessors collaborate with schools and families to provide recommendations for addressing risk behaviors and barriers to academic achievement and link families to services. To request a SAP assessment for your child, please talk to your school counselor and ask for the referral packet.
For further details: www.pnsas.org
Great site for info on all tobacco exposures including e-cigarets, JUULs and more.
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/tobacco/pages/default.aspx
Great free resource for families with children with learning and attention issues. Talk with other parents, get expert advice, download info, go to www.understood.org/en for info or email info@understood.org
Info on all the amazing Philly Parks, events, and park maps. Get out, explore Philly parks. myphillypark.org
One application for almost all charter school in Philly. Just click here applyphillycharter.org
Click here phila.gov/programs/camp-philly to find info about getting a scholarship ($900 value, you only pay $30) to this 1 week overnight camp in the Poconos for 9-11 year olds at Camp Speers, around since 1948. 215-683-3600 or parksandrecreation@phila.gov
Teen and Young Adult Center
The Teen and Young Adult Center, located at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, aims to equip ALL teens and young adults with the tools to make well-informed decisions regarding their sexual and reproductive health by providing comprehensive and confidential reproductive health services for adolescents ages 13-21. Insurance is not needed to receive these services and most services are provided FREE of charge or for a reduced fee. 160 E Erie Ave., Philadelphia, PA. Nelson Pavilion, 2nd floor. 215-427-3802
CHOP Karabots Pediatric Care Center
Free and confidential family planning services available to patients ages 13-25. Services include: Pregnancy testing and options counseling, Contraception, including emergency contraception, Screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections, Sexual health education. 4865 Market St., Philadelphia, PA. 267-425-9800
Temple’s Employment Connections for Opportunity Youth program serves students who are between 17 to 21 years old and who have aged or are currently aging out of foster care. Young adults who have dropped out of school, are current seniors in high school, or graduated with their diploma or GED are eligible for this program. Sponsored in part by Philadelphia Works, Inc., the Employment Connections for Opportunity Youth program provides a comprehensive approach to college and career connectedness, including opportunities to explore career options and exposure to career or college pathways. Call 215-204-7913, email ecoy@temple.edu, or visit community.temple.edu/employment-connections-opportunity-youth for more info.
Helps families in crisis with basic needs. Parents can refer themselves by calling their number: 215-828-6647. Their hours of operation are: Monday-Thursday 8:30-2:00, Friday 9:00-12:00. mitzvahcircle.org
Call 267-443-2500 for the referral line for free legal advice and representation for low-income tenants.
PhillyTenant is an amazing resource for tenet rights in Philadelphia. Click www.phillytenant.org for dozens of resources and here for the Resource Guide. As well as http://www.phillytenant.org/resource-library/ amazing resource library.
Network that supports women who have an incarcerated loved one. essiejusticegroup.org
The WORC promotes social and economic self-sufficiency primarily for economically disadvantaged women and their families. 2010 Chestnut, 215-564-5500. www.worc-pa.com
The Dougy Center provides support in a safe place where children, teens, young adults, and their families grieving a death can share their experiences. A national website with lots of great resources for grieving families. 503.775.5683 or help@dougy.org www.dougy.org
Free energy check-up and FREE energy-saving items (bulbs, fire alarm, even major appliances) for lower income Philadelphia residents. To see if you qualify, click here
Click here for info on jobs in the Philadelphia School District. Call 215-400-4600 https://jobs.philasd.org/opportunities/school-based-support/
Family life with kids is busy and sometimes it’s hard to find time for the things that matter most. Ready4K texts make it easy to get your child ready for school. Each week you will receive tips on growing strong readers and ideas to turn everyday moments into playful, learning fun. You can choose to get messages in English, Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Arabic, Dari, or Pashto to boost learning for any child from birth to 5th grade. Text “Readby4th” to 70138 or visit https://www.readby4th.org/initiatives-family/ready4k to sign up today. FREE
Support for overcoming substance misuse tailored toward a persons needs. Go to startyourrecovery.org to find resources in your neighborhood and for your needs. Call 1-800-662-4357
Provides harm reduction especially in substance abuse to Philadelphians. 913-2915 Kensington Avenue (corner of Kensington Ave. and Monmouth St.Call 215-634-5272 or go to site ppponline.org
Amazing FREE app that tracks your EBT spending, helps with monthly food budgeting, helps find helpful resources in your community, and even has coupons. Download here www.freshebt.com
Great site for reading tips in multiple langiages as well as for children with special needs. readingrockets.org/article/reading-tips-parents-multiple-languages
Resource for Military Families www.militaryonesource.mil
The SUDC Foundation is dedicated to increasing the awareness of sudden unexpected deaths in childhood, and funding crucial research to better understand and prevent these tragedies. sudc.org
LPA provides pro bono comprehensive, trauma-informed mental health services – including individual, family, and group therapy – to the Latino immigrant and refugee community in the five-county Philadelphia region. Call 1-610-745-1952 or go to site at lpa-theopendoor.org
Operates a wellness clinic, adult and child education including ESL classes, and building a strong Latino community. 1700 South Street. 215-454-8000. www.puentesdesalud.org
Non-profit that attempts to grant wishes to kids in foster care, are ill, or in serious financial distress. Click here for info and to “submit a wish”. www.biancaskids.org
UNITE offers grieve support to families after miscarriage, still birth or infant death. Please go to their site for locations and details here unitegriefsupport.org or call 484- 758-0002 or administrator@unitegriefsupport.org
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Camp Kesem provides a week-long, free summer camp experience to children ages 6-16 years who have been impacted by a parent’s or primary caregiver’s cancer (has cancer, had cancer or died from cancer). 253-736-3821 or support@kesem.org. Go to http://campkesem.org/ and click on “register a camper” for dates and info.
Click link to find resources for children, adults and elders right in your neighborhood. www.auntbertha.com
Great website from Phila. Dept of Public health with infant safe sleep info, materials, and links to getting a free Pack ‘n Play. https://www.phillylovesfamilies.com/baby-safe-sleep
For FREE Pack n’ Play click here https://redcap.phila.gov/surveys/?s=4FK8KA7CX7
A runaway youth shelter for youth 14-17 years old at 5732 Thomas Ave. Call (267) 969-7272 ext.104 for info or go to http://ctsworks.org/youth-transition-center-ytc/
Download the FREE development tracker to follow a child’s normal development from 2 months old to 5 years. Get tips from CDC for encouraging your child’s development; and find out what to do if you are ever concerned about how your child is developing. Click here and follow along!! www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones-app.html
En Espanol https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/spanish/actearly/spanish-milestones-app.html
Kiths Integrated and Targeted Human Services serves the needs of Asian Americans, Immigrants and Refugees in the Logan area of Philadelphia. Their mission is to help individuals achieve self-sufficiency one resource at a time. www.kithservices.org for info or call 215-278-6222 or 6223 4911 Old York Rd, 1st Floor, Phila. PA 19141
Click here for great info www.womenshealth.gov/its-only-natural
Fleisher Art Memorial’s Teen Lounge is a FREE, drop-in afterschool program for students ages 13-19 focused on the visual arts. With guidance from Fleisher’s Teen Lounge Monitor, teens develop their own creative program by choosing teaching artists with whom they wish to work.
Projects are often collaborative and rely on a strong group dynamic, allowing teens to explore media ranging from clay, painting, and silkscreen to stop motion animation and darkroom photography. Teen Lounge meets Monday through Wednesday, 4-6PM. Call 215-922-3456 or go to fleisher.org/community-programs/teen-lounge
Dozens of activities from birth to 7 years old to help young children cope with traumatic stressors in their lives. Check it out! sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/traumatic-experiences/
Volunteer program for teens 14-18 at the Philadelphia Zoo. To learn more click https://philadelphiazoo.org/volunteer-at-the-zoo/
Small World Special Needs.org, is a multi-cultural resource hub for people helping children with special needs to share resources and information. This site is for families, educators, clinicians, therapists and friends in Philadelphia PA, USA and beyond. Amazing resources and videos. Click smallworldspecialneeds.org
For a behavioral health emergency for a child, call the Philadelphia Crisis Response Line at 215-685-6440 or go to The Philadelphia Children’s Crisis Response Center 3300 Henry Avenue, Falls Center 2, Suite 3N, Philadelphia, PA 19129. Phone: (215) 878-2600
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week https://www.philachildrenscrc.com/
Click here for flyer
or go to the 24/7 walk-in CHOP Behavioral Health and Crisis Center 501 S. 54th St., Philadelphia, PA 19143, 5-17 year olds. https://www.chop.edu/locations/behavioral-health-and-crisis-center or call 445-428-5800
Click here to be directed to various Utility Programs to help with paying your utilities.
Breakthrough Philadelphia sets highly-motivated, underserved middle-school students on the path to and through college. Students and parents/guardians apply to this tuition-free, multi-year program during 5th-8th grade and are supported through high school and college. Call (215) 261-6705, email info@breakthroughphilly.org, or visit breakthroughphilly.org for more info.
FREE clothing for children and adults at various “pop-up shop” locations throughout the city. Click here to find out more and find a date and location close to you. https://jfcsphilly.org/our-closet-in-your-neighborhood/
Research shows that spending time in nature is good for your health – mind, body, and spirit. All around the world, doctors have begun prescribing time in nature to help patients lead healthier, happier lives. Prescribe Outside, Philadelphia’s nature prescription program, is a partnership between Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), Awbury Arboretum, Let’s Go Outdoors, and the US Forest Service. The goal of the program is to provide physicians and families with tools to improve the health and wellness of Philadelphia children by helping them locate and use safe, accessible, and convenient public green space and discover the benefits of time spent in nature. https://prescribeoutside.org Contact us at prescribeoutside@awbury.org.
Dozens of videos and handouts for all breast feeding questions/issues. Click kellymom.com/category/bf/
Several resources from the School District including Fact Sheets and help with College. Go to www.philasd.org/multilingual
Also click on this handout for more info here
About the new TAP program:
Provides access to yoga and mindfullness in various locations for $5 or less.
www.roots2rise.com/5schedule
Click here to register for free daily activities to increase your child’s learning.
een Photo is a free, comprehensive photography after-school program (4pm-6pm) that will teach students the basics of photography and photoshop, how to plan and build a creative body work, participate in a group exhibition, and create their own photo book! Provides students with cameras, printing and editing resources, college prep, and professional development. Program starts October. Info and application at tiltinstitute.org/teen-photo/, email dmorris@tiltinstitute.org, or call 215-232-5673
Youth programs at PhilyCAM offer an open creativity studio that provides access to media equipment and other tools that help Philly youth to explore various forms of film/video. Through participation in our programs youth will make and share media that challenges commercial norms while promoting creative expression, critical thinking skills, and community participation. 699 Ranstead St. 267-639-5481. We welcome students ages 12-18 to find out more go to phillycam.org
The new COMPASS early learning program search, www.findchildcare.pa.gov, offers a simple zip code search for families to quickly find programs near them, or a more advanced search to meet their specific needs. Search for a variety of early learning programs throughout PA, like
Print the one-page flyer (PDF) for info
Amazing resource for providers and parents to help children thrive and deal with some common issues that affect children’s lives. www.sesamestreetincommunities.org
Click here for amazing ways to help with early brain development. https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/language/
Great site to help families with grief. Click www.sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/grief for help.
Amazing resource to help families understand and control their child’s asthma. Check it out!
sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/asthma/
Final Farewell provides financial assistance, advice and guidance to grieving families from all religions and backgrounds so they may provide an affordable and decent funeral for their loved child. Call 215 870-8110 or go to www.finalfarewell.org
ConsultLine is a toll-free information help line for parents and advocates of children with disabilities including learning issues who have questions or concerns about the education of a school-aged child. You can call the ConsultLine by calling 800-879-2301 or 717-901-2146, or you can request that the ConsultLine call you by filling out an online request form at www.odr-pa.org/contact-consultline.
If you don’t agree with your child’s IEP contact the Office for Dispute Resolution who can set up the mediation and due process request for all of Pennsylvania, and provides training and services regarding other ways to settle disagreements for students who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Office for Dispute Resolution (ODR) Voice: 800-222-3353 TTY Users: PA Relay 711 Email: odr@odr-pa.org Fax: 717-657-5983 Website: www.odr-pa.org
Mission GED helps Keystone First members get their general equivalency diplomas (GEDs). Get the tools and support you need to further your education and reach your goals at https://www.keystonefirstpa.com/member/eng/programs/mission-ged/index.aspx or call 1-800-573-4100, ext. 5713 (TTY 711).”; attach “Get your GED” handout https://www.keystonefirstpa.com/pdf/member/eng/programs/mission-ged/ged-brochure.pdf (English), https://www.keystonefirstpa.com/pdf/member/eng/programs/mission-ged/ged-brochure-span.pdf (Spanish)
Incredible program to help parents with becoming the best teacher for their child. Go to readby4th.org for info and hints on making everyday count as a great teaching day from birth on.
Beyond Literacy provides a range of free community literacy programs to best serve our students: Adult Education classes to improve the literacy skills to prepare for the GED® or High School Equivalency; comprehensive family literacy programming; English as a Second Language (ESL)/English Language Acquisition and more. Call 215-474-1235 or go to https://beyondliteracy.org/
CLS provides legal representation and advice to low-income tenants who are renters in non-subsidized housing in Philadelphia County. We provide, when possible, counsel in cases involving eviction, illegal lockouts, unlawful termination of utilities, homes in disrepair, and Complaints before the Philadelphia Fair Housing Commission. Phone intake 267-443-2500, walk in 1424 Chestnut Street or website for great resources. https://clsphila.org/services/housing/
Call 215-686-3530 or go to www.officeofphiladelphiasheriff.com for more info or walk into 100 S. Broad Street on the 5th Floor to pick one up, no questions asked. If you have a gun in your house, you need a lock. Don’t kid around. Too many children and families devastated by unsecured guns in Philly.
Community Yoga Studios that offer weekly classes for less than $10.00: For more information about class times and how to prepare for class, call the studio or check out their schedule posted on their website!
1. Grace and Glory Yoga: 2220 Frankford Ave (267) 909-9483: graceandgloryyoga.com
2.Amrita Yoga and Wellness: 1204 Frankford Ave (267) 928-3176: amritayogawellness.com
3.The Yoga and Movement Sanctuary: 2623 West Girard Ave (401) 862-6634: ymsphilly.com
4.Studio 34: 4622 Baltimore Ave 215.387.3434; studio34yoga.com
Additional Yoga Classes:
Recovery Yoga:
Studio 34: 4622 Baltimore Ave 215.387.3434
Queen and Trans Yoga:
Studio 34: 4622 Baltimore Ave 215.387.3434
Community Meditation classes:
1.Amrita Yoga and Wellness: ($5) 1204 Frankford Ave (267) 928-3176: amritayogawellness.com
Wellness Apps:
1.Downdog (Yoga Buddhi Co.) (FREE YOGA)
2.Yoga Studio (Gaiam, INC. (FREE YOGA)
3.Headspace: Guided Meditation and Mindfulness (FREE)
Websites:
www.youtube.com (FREE) guided meditation, yoga, and mindfulness activities
yogajournal.com (FREE) yoga
The Philadelphia Youth Network (PYN) is an intermediary organization dedicated to connecting systems and leveraging resources to increase the number of opportunities for youth. Operates, Project U-Turn, Work Ready, E3 Centers. www.pyninc.org
Click here to find resources in your community. reentrymap.cor.pa.gov
Children of Incarcerated and Returning Parents (CHIRP). CHIRP, through a grant from the JAMS Foundation, offers youth with a parent who is incarcerated or returning from prison an opportunity to deepen their emotional awareness and their ability to manage conflict more effectively. The program gives youth an opportunity to meet and share their experience with others who are in a similar situation. Through a series of conflict resolution workshops, participants will gain emotional support and skill development while learning productive approaches in managing conflicts. Separate workshops will be arranged for children ages 9-12 and 13-17. There is no fee to attend the workshop. www.phillymediators.org
To register children for the summer workshop contact Good Shepherd’s Youth Service Coordinator, Graham Salinger, at 215-843-5413 or online here
PA Health Access Network (PHAN) is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping all Pennsylvanians have access to affordable quality healthcare. We help determine eligibility and complete applications for CHIP, MA, MAWD and Marketplace health coverage. We can help via phone or in-person. Services are free and available in English and Spanish. Call our helpline 877.570.3642.
www.pahealthaccess.org
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive. Use these tips and materials to make healthy choices while staying within your budget.
Click link for info www.choosemyplate.gov/budget
ParentChild+ works with families with children between 16 months and four years old, over a two-year period. A trained community-based Early Learning Specialists visits twice a week for 30 minutes to help parents get their children ready for school. Parents will receive 46 books and toys over two cycles of the Program. All visits are currently conducted virtually due to COVID.
To enroll families in North Philadelphia contact: Anieka Mukhtar at 267-361-7877
To enroll Latino and African immigrant families in South and Southwest Philadelphia contact: Loyda Guzman at 215-219-8985
To enroll families in West Philadelphia contact Monica Allison at 267-666-8661
Philadelphia OIC is dedicated to the elimination of poverty, unemployment, and illiteracy through tuition-free job training and career development services, offering everything from computers for beginners to advanced hospitality training at our Opportunities Inn. For more info, call 215-236-7700, email HELLO@PHILAOIC.ORG, or visit www.philaoic.org. 1231 North Broad Street
WCRP helps low-income women by providing affordable housing options, neighborhood resources,supportive services for women and their families. Go to www.wcrpphila.org or call
215.627.5550 for info.
Help finding affordable homes to buy/rent; help with debt and foreclosure prevention; free financial counseling and more. Go to www.phfa.org or call 1.855.827.3466
Great info for Teen drivers, their families and providers. Click the link below for info
www.teendriversource.org
Click listing here
Find Pre-K and quality child care for kids from birth to five. Call 844-PHL-PREK (844-745-7735) or check out the great website here. www.phlprek.org
Click www.phlprek.org/programs for interactive map and here for eligibility.
Pegasus horseback riding works with individuals with disabilities. Check out their website for more info.
www.pegasusridingacademy.com. 8297 Bustleton Ave. 215.742.1500
Click here for listings based on age
dbhids.org/epic/evidence-based-practices-in-philadelphia
Thousands of resources for learning and help with homework from PA Department of Education
kidspowerlibrary.org
Great toolkits and handout for family on child safety with topics such as: fire escape plans, car seat safety, safe sleep, burn prevention, toy safety, pool safety, teen driving and youth sports injury prevention. Please click here for toolkits. www.preventchildinjury.org/toolkits-landing
To Write Love on Her Arms is a nonprofit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. TWLOHA exists to encourage, inform, inspire, and invest directly into treatment and recovery. Go to twloha.com for help.
Provides children from birth to 12 years living in homeless or low-income situations, with the essential items (clothes, school supplies, bedroom items) they need to thrive free of charge. Need social work referral ask your social worker. 215-836-0958 cradlestocrayons.org
Daddy University is a Male Parenting Education Company. Their focus is to use education and information to assist all men who are raising children. Click www.daddyuniv.com for info. 1800 JFK Blvd Suite 300. 610-579-3237.
Healthcare providers who care for patients covered by Medicaid can now access immediate behavioral health support through the Telephonic Psychiatric Consultation Service Program (TiPS) regionally and by phone. Go to https://www.chop.edu/services/pennsylvania-telephonic-psychiatric-consultation-service-program-tips to enroll you and your staff in TiPS for free.
Through Dept. of Behavioral Health- You can take an online, no-cost private mental check-up 24/7 on this website.
Go to healthymindsphilly.org/screening to check it out.
Resources and research from the Philadelphia ACE (Adverse Childhood Experience) task force.
http://philadelphiaaces.org/
This is a resource app for you to share with your child to help teach skills such as problem solving, self-control, planning, and task persistence.
iphone or Android
The PEAL Center serves families of children with disabilities and special healthcare needs. Our qualified parent advisors assist parents in understanding their children’s disabilities, educational development, and healthcare needs. Families of children with disabilities or special healthcare needs can call PEAL between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday to speak with a parent advisor. There is no cost to the family for reaching out to the PEAL Center and speaking with a parent advisor. We have parent advisors located in Western, Central, and Eastern Pennsylvania. Contact us toll free at 1-866-950-1040 or email us at info@pealcenter.org.
www.pealcenter.org
Site for everything related to car seat safety www.chop.edu/centers-programs/car-seat-safety-kids AND for free car seats
You must have a written prescription/referral from a healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, social worker, etc.) along with an EBT Access card and photo identification. The prescription/referral form must state your need for a child safety seat, your child’s name, date of birth, height and weight. If you’re expecting, it must state your need for a child safety seat and expected delivery date.
You can now complete the application online.
Free trauma-informed parenting classes for all residents of Philadelphia. Classes offered in daytime and evening. Tokens, childcare and food provided. Location of sites varies depending on program. CONTACT: 215.875.8200 or 215.875.4963 www.turningpointsforchildren.org
12 week parent support groups run by the Community-Based Prevention Division of DHS. Open to all residents of Philadelphia. Groups target teen parents, grandparents raising children, etc. and are offered at a number of locations within the city. CONTACT: 215-PARENTS (215.727.3687)
Free parenting education for all Philadelphia residents – groups offered Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11am – 1:30pm at 4225 Chestnut Street, rolling admission. CONTACT: 215.386.1298. www.ifsinc.org
Free parenting education for parents 13yo – 23yo running in 13 week cycles, located at 704 Broad St. 19130. CONTACT:215-496-9780 X 203. www.ecparenting.org
Free trauma-informed parenting support at various locations in the city. English and Spanish groups offered. Open to all residents of Philadelphia. CONTACT: 215.627.3100 EXT 276 www.elconcilio.net
Free parenting education groups servicing any Philadelphia resident. Groups take place at three locations: 1) 7340 Jackson Street (Northeast-Mayfair) 215.624.5920; 2) 6214 Grays Avenue (Southwest Philadelphia) 215.724.8550. EXT. 3 or EXT. 8. 3) 4400 North Reese St. Casa del Carmen (North Philadelphia): 267-331-2500 Spanish speaking only. Contact individual locations directly. www.cssphiladelphia.org
Free, trauma-informed parenting classes in English and Spanish for parenting adults and teens. Each cohort is 12 sessions. To sign up, participants can text the word “parenting” for English classes or “padres” for Spanish classes to 215 914 3755 and follow the prompts to enroll. https://www.congreso.net/family-parenting/parenting-program/
Filial parenting support groups offered in 12-week cycles that teach “play” and emphasize the parent-child relationship as a means of providing support. Classes are held weekly for 2.5 hours. 215.496.0707 cctckids.org
Click link for various financial aid programs for glasses and vision care https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/healthy-vision/get-free-or-low-cost-eye-care
Fantastic resources for families and providers. www.paasthma.org
The goal of the program is to assist fathers in supporting the well-being of their children, through education, training and personal development, with a focus on family strengthening. For pre-prison release or post-prison release fathers. 990 Spring Garden 215-685-0770. Brochure
phila.gov/rise/riseservices/Pages
Amazing, comprehensive resource guide for Teens and Young Adults from CLS and PLA Resources in this guide include: child care and early learning, domestic violence, drop-in centers, drug and alcohol treatment, education/career, family planning/reproductive health, food resources, general health services, housing/shelter, legal services, mental health services, parenting education, teen parent resources, other resources. Click here for guide and go to clsphila.org/youth-justice/youth-justice-resources-2/for info and amazing fact sheets.
Connects LGBTQ community with Health Insurance and other health related resources.
out2enroll.org
As a resident of Pennsylvania, you and your family have access to a statewide Prescription Assistance Program (PAP). Create and print yourFREE discount prescription drug card coupon below. This pharmacy coupon card will provide you with Rx medication savings of up to 75%
www.padrugcard.com
The AIDS Law Project of Pennsylvania is a nonprofit, public-interest law firm providing free legal assistance to people with HIV/AIDS and those affected by the epidemic. Call (215) 587-9377 1211 Chestnut Street, Suite 600 www.aidslawpa.org/contact-us/need-legal-services
Free fresh fruits and veggies for those who need them. Click here for locations.
www.philabundance.org/learn/about-us/programs/fresh-for-all
Philly Powered is a part of Get Healthy Philly is designed to promote everyday physical activity particularly among adult men and women who are seeking to live healthier lives. phillypowered.org
Click here for ways to help center yourself and reduce stress
The Housing Resource Guide includes information on:
offered by the City of Philadelphia and other public agencies. It also answers the most frequently asked questions about housing and housing-related issues.
Housing counseling agencies help families navigate the financial issues related to housing. They help with the home-buying process, credit repair, foreclosure prevention and more. Click here for a location near you.
www.phila.gov/ohcd/neighborhood-resources/housing-counseling-agencies
Click https://www.prisonsociety.org/services/support-for-families for various bus services and other ways to connect to prisons in PA.
As you encourage the relationship between children and their incarcerated loved ones, the Virtual Visitation Program can help. It provides visitation via videoconferencing for offenders and their approved visitors. Sometimes visitors are unable to travel long distances to visit incarcerated loved ones, and the Virtual Visitation Program helps to bridge this gap. For more information go to https://www.cor.pa.gov/family-and-friends/Pages/Video-Visitation.aspx
Click on link for info about programs for summer learning and enrichment. Call 215-400-4180
www.philasd.org/face/tag/summer-learning/
Multiple resources for the Kensington residents/businesses and surrounding community to help it’s community thrive. Go to nkcdc.org to check out their many programs or call 215- 427-0350
2 free games for kids, every day, all summer long late Spring to early Fall, at the following bowling alleys. Register below at particiapting lanes. www.kidsbowlfree.com
Erie Lanes 1310 East Erie Ave (North Philly)- 15 and under
South Bowl 19 East Oregon Avenue (South Philly)- 16 and under
Thunderbird Lanes 5830 Castor Ave (NE Philly)- 15 and under
Thunderbird Lanes 3075 Holme Ave (NE Philly)- 15 and under
If you’re struggling to care for a baby who is fussy, crying excessively, or has difficulties with sleeping or feeding, contact us.
Call our warmline at 1.888.431.BABY (2229) for telephone support nationwide.
www.erikson.edu/fussybaby
Click here for a comprehensive directory of home visiting programs that support pregnant and parenting families of young infants in Philadelphia. Listed by zip code.
PYB is an innovative community-based organization that uses basketball for health promotion, educational success and mentoring for children, teens and young adults. Dozens of free and low cost programs to help in all facets of a families life. For info on specific programs and registration, visit www.phillyyouthbasketball.org.
Also, in the spring of 2024, PYB will open the Alan Horwitz “Sixth Man” Center, (www.phillyyouthbasketball.org/sixthman-center)a large building with 7 basketball courts and much more in Nicetown. It will be like a second home for many kids, and will help the community for many years to come. 4250 Wissahickon Avenue. Click here for list of programs
Call Cease Fire to stop violence from happening (215) 806-8493 or marladb@temple.edu. Go to www.philaceasefire.com to learn more. 1700 N.Broad Street
Various locations throughout the city for motivated lower income students to help them achieve their goals of college graduation. Various universities/colleges work with students at select high schools Click on the one that manages your high school. Must apply in 9th or early 10th grade and be the first generation to finish college.
University of Pennsylvania (Overbrook, Parkway West, Sayre, West Philly)
CCP Trio Upward Bound (Benjamin Franklin, Building 21, Furness, South Philadelphia)
Temple University (Any Philadelphia public or charter school. Priority given to Benjamin Franklin, Murrell Dobbins, Simon Gratz, Strawberry Mansion, The U School)
Harcum College (John Bartram, William Sayre, and Samuel Fels)
Women In Natural Sciences (WINS) is a free after-school and summer science enrichment program at the Academy of Natural Sciences. WINS provides young women with the information, encouragement, and confidence they need to shape their futures. Starts in 8th grade and students must have a B average. Go to ansp.org/education/programs/wins for info, ANS_WINS@drexel.edu or call 215-299-1064.
Search by zip code various affordable housing programs. Click here for info affordablehousingonline.com
The Young Scholars Program is a selective pre-college scholarship for high-performing 7th grade students with financial need. The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation offers further scholarship programs for undergraduate and community college students. Call 571-799-8064, email scholarships@jkcf.org, or visit www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships for more info.
Drug prices vary wildly between pharmacies.
GoodRx finds the lowest prices and discounts. How? https://www.goodrx.com/
Download the free app to your phone as well
For mandated reporters, can create and manage account here to report suspected child abuse.
https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS/Public/Home
Philadelphia FIGHT is a comprehensive health services organization providing primary care, consumer education, research, and advocacy for people living with HIV/AIDS and those at high risk. Call (215) 985-4448 for info or visit their website for location at fight.org
Job training for EMT, Pharm Tech, Home Health Aide, Medical Assistant, Culinary Arts, facility Maintenance. Free program for 16-24 year olds. No diploma needed. Help with GED as well. Call 800-733-5627 or visit website at philadelphia.jobcorps.gov
Don’t miss your chance to get back up to $6,242 with the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit. FREE tax prep for lower income Philadelphians all over the city. Go to website for info and locations www.youearneditphilly.com
Amazing organization for families and providers caring for persons affected by Epilepsy. Go to www.efepa.org for information.
Amazing program for dental care for children in Spanish-spanish.ilikemyteeth.org
AFRICOM’s mission is to empower the African and Caribbean communities by facilitating their integration into the social and economic fabric in the Greater Philadelphia area. Many programs to help. Call 215-816-8063 – 4022 Market Street, Suite #3, Philadelphia PA 19104 or email info@africom-philly.org . www.africom-philly.org/home.aspx
Through PA Prison Society. Find opportunities here.
Helps ex-offenders get skills and find jobs. www.impactservices.org or call 215-739-1600 or info@impactservices.org for info
Great site that helps families with children 5 and under understand find and pay for quality early learning programs. Click sharedprosperityphila.org/learning-starts-now for info or call 215.685.3600
Tips for choosing great child care
Seven Elements of Quality Childcare
The mission of the Refugee Resettlement Program is to help refugees and their families obtain employment, economic self-sufficiency and social integration within the shortest possible time after their arrival into the Commonwealth. Go to www.refugeesinpa.org or click here and look at Region 3 for local organizations that can help.
Great website that compares birth control methods and where to get free contraception. Go to bedsider.org
See amazing resource from Sesame Street for families with autism that promotes understanding from all families/communities. http://autism.sesamestreet.org/
Connects African and Caribbean immigrants and refugees to critical health care. Multiple programs in Philly.
https://afaho.org/ 4415 Chestnut St., Suite 202 Philadelphia PA 19104 – (215) 546-1232
Autism Navigator online courses offer free interactive video courses, covering topics from early detection of toddlers with autism at 18–24 months to evidence-based intervention strategies and supports for social communication, active engagement, and addressing challenging behavior. Visit autismnavigator.com or call 1-844-427-3457
Free virtual and in-person support groups for those with a marijuana addiction. Call or text 1-800-766-6779, email Support@marijuana-anonymous.org, or got to www.marijuana-anonymous.org/meetings/find for meeting schedules and more info.
Click here www.addicted.org/drug-rehab-pennsylvania.html or call
Helps decrease violence in Philadelphia by using apublic health approach.
http://philaceasefire.com/
A part of One House at a Time, the Beds for Kids Programs can provide a new twin bed and bedding to children in need. In order to qualify for BFK, children must be between ages 2 and 20 and reside in a household whose income is at or below 100% of the U.S. Poverty Guidelines. A social worker or case manager MUST call for teh parent. Call 215.346.6427 or go to www.ohaat.org/bedsforkids/ learn how to become a referral partner.
Website from CDC that goes over normal development from Birth-5 years old and what to do if parent worried.
www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/
Young Fathers United offers parenting skills and empowerment sessions to fathers ages 14-25 years old on Wednesdays from 5:00 PM 7:30 PM at IDAAY North Central Regional Center 2227 N. Broad St. For more information, contact S. Archye Leacock at aleacock@idaay.org or at 215-901-6976
Click here for great handouts in English and Spanish
Loveisrespect is an organization that provides 24/7 telephone, online, and texting hotlines to support teens and young adults in abusive relationships or settings in additional to educational materials on healthy relationships and abuse. Information is also available for abusive partners. Call the hotline at 1.866.331.9474, text “loveis” to 22522, or chat and/or locate resources at www.loveisrespect.org
The National Domestic Violence Hotline is managed through a 24/7 telephone hotline at 1-800-799-7233 and an 24/7 online hotline run by trained advocates at http://www.thehotline.org/ . The website also offers resources for survivors of domestic violence and their loved ones in addition to information on services for abusive partners.
RAINN runs the National Sexual Assault Hotline (phone hotline) and a 24/7 online hotline addressing anything related to sexual violence. 800-656-HOPE (4673). rainn.org
The Trevor Project is a 24/7 national phone, texting, and messaging hotline providing crisis intervention and suicide preventions services for LGBTQ youth. For help, call 866-488-7386, text ‘START’ to 678-678, or message a counsellor on www.thetrevorproject.org. The Trevor Project hosts TrevorSpace, a free international community for LGBTQ young people ages 13–24 available on their website.
Find out how to install car seats, which is the right one for your family, where to find fitting stations, and more. Click http://pakidstravelsafe.org/
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) provides Medicaid until age 26 for former foster youth who were enrolled in Medicaid when they turned 18 or aged out of care.
Click here to enroll or get info www.jlc.org/coveredtil26PA
Click here for flyer
Click this link to learn about a baby and child’s development, what a caregiver can do to maximize a child’s early learning, and get a personal plan for a child’s learning and growth. Good for children ages 0-4 years. Click here https://papromiseforchildren.com/early-learning-gps/
Heater Hotline offers free minor heater repairs for low-income homeowners through the Energy Coordinating Agency. Information:215-609-1000 or phila.gov/dhcd/home-repair/heater-hotline/
Crisis Text Line serves young people in any type of crisis, providing them access to free, 24/7, emotional support and information they need via the medium they already use and trust: text. Just text “HOME” to 741-741
Info also at crisistextline.org
The Free Library of Philadelphia offers free online homework help with a live tutor, for students in kindergarten through college. To access this resource, first sign up for a library card. Next visit www.freelibrary.org and click on “Homework Help” in the upper right-hand corner to log in (in the “ASK” section). Homework Help from Brainfuse is available in both English and Spanish, and it also provides feedback on writing. Available 2pm-11pm every day.
HAP collaborates with shelter providers, homeless advocates, community service providers and the legal community to provide homeless clients with legal representation and to connect them with other social services. 1429 Walnut Street, 15th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19102. (215) 523-9595.
www.homelessadvocacyproject.org
Amazing national resource that disrupts the conditions that allow human trafficking to thrive in our society.
polarisproject.org
A residential program to help women escape from sex trafficking. Call 215-849-2396 or info@ahomefordawn.org or visit website ahomefordawn.org
If forced into sex or labor against your will for money or something of value or call 1-888-373-7888 or text BeFree to 233733 to get help. help@humantraffickinghotline.org or www.traffickingresourcecenter.org
Find free computer classes, internet access, and one-on-one training at a community center near you.
https://www.phillykeyspots.org/
Autism Cares Foundation provides children, young adults and families with recreational activities, outings and events at no charge primarily in Bucks and Montgomery Counties as well as for Philadelphia residents. These events provide life-skills development and social interaction for those on the autism spectrum. They include: bounce outings, bowling, social activities and dances, family movies, music events as well as physical fitness activities and arts and crafts from first diagnosis as toddlers into adulthood.
www.autismcaresfoundation.org
Brochure
Go to http://www.choosemyplate.gov/ for several resources for healthy living
From Philadelphia Futures. All the info you need to prepare for, choose and pay for college. Click below for info
www.stepuptocollege.org
Click IEP 504 plan for info
Click here for great resource for Parents to Advocate for Child’s IEP/Special Needs
The ACCESS Program allows Art-Reach ACCESS Cardholders and people receiving benefits from the states of Pennsylvania and Delaware to attend cultural sites for just $2! High school students can use their student ID for free access. Click here for Spanish Click here for info or go to www.art-reach.org or click here for brochure that lists all the museums and details, click here for Spanish
City Camps in various ministries. Click below for info or (215) 627-6434 or youth@diopa.org
http://www.diopayouth.org/day-camp-locations.html
Information about the highest quality child care and preschool programs in Philadelphia, including location, program cost, safety, and accreditation.
https://greatphillyschools.org/s/
From Coalition Against Hunger. Click here to find free meals or to become a site or go to website at www.hungercoalition.org/summer-meals or phillysummermeals.org
Also can call 1-855-252-MEAL (option 6) or text “FOOD” or “COMIDA” to 877877.
English Flyer Spanish Flyer
Click here to find free car seat inspection stations near you.
Ready to quit smoking? Try text-to-quit.
Text “Quit” to 47848
http://smokefree.gov/smokefreetxt
Also, many other options at smokefree.gov
Fighting to ensure funding for Pre K programs in PA
http://www.prekforpa.org/
ABC’s mission is to increase substantially the number of well-educated young people of color who are capable of assuming positions of responsibility and leadership in American society. We carry out our mission through our signature College Preparatory Schools Program (“CPSP”), which annually recruits, refers and supports about 500 A Better Chance Scholars at more than 300 of the nation’s leading boarding, day and public schools. Call (800) 562-7865 or go to website or accounting@abetterchance.org. http://www.abetterchance.org/
Resources for families with children 3-8 years old dealing with the incarceration of a family member. Click https://sesamestreetincommunities.org/topics/incarceration/ for info.
The go-to resource for mastering the terminology, procedures and best practices in special education.
Click here for link to guide
CCTC’s Therapeutic Nursery is a preschool program designed for children ages 2 1/2 through 5 with significant behavioral challenges. 1080 North Delaware Avenue. Suite 600. Call 215-496-0707 for info.
http://cctckids.org/programs-services/at-our-center/therapeutic-nursery/
For preschool children with severe behavioral issues
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider offering a wide range of services for individuals and communities across the country. 888-647-0020. contact@merakey.org. www.merakey.org
For children ages 3-5 with behavioral disorders and emotional and social difficulties. 245 South 8th Street. Call 215-829-5554. http://www.med.upenn.edu/hallmercer/clinical_family.shtml
Therapy for the Young Mind is a therapeutic day program for children ages 2.5 years to 5 years old. Our program provides therapeutic services to children who are experiencing significant social, emotional, and/or behavioral challenges which could adversely affect their success in a regular preschool or day care setting. 4900 Wyalusing Avenue , (215) 473-7033 (Dial 0 for live operator). The children are also provided with a hot breakfast and lunch daily. www.cchss.org/child-adolescent-services
Keystone STARS provides families a tool to gauge the quality of early learning programs and is proven to improve the quality of child care based on an independent study. Child care and Head Start programs earn a STAR 1 to STAR 4 level by meeting quality standards for teacher qualifications, learning environment and program management. https://www.pakeys.org/keystone-stars/
24 hour a day national hotline. Call 1-800-273-8255 or go to website below
http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
ASERT is a statewide initiative funded by the Bureau of Autism Services, PA Department of Public Welfare. The ASERT Collaborative is a partnership of medical centers, centers of autism research and services, universities and other providers of services involved in the treatment and care of individuals of all ages with autism and their families. The ASERT Collaborative has been designed to bring together resources locally, regionally, and statewide.
877-231-4244 (Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM)
PaAutism.org
A parnership with United Way, Goodwill and Walmart Foundation provides free tax services online and in person. Go to http://www.myfreetaxes.com/ for info.
Click here for video to help Asian families with understanding developmental delays and autism. In Japanese, Nepoli, Indonesian, Chinese and English.
CHIPRA is a simple, fast and free service offered to any family who would like help enrolling in CHIP, MA, SNAP and many other public benefits. We can be reached by calling 215-508-3300 ext 1168 or by visiting
www.rhd.com/chipra
Mayor’s Office to get ex-offenders back on tract. 34 S. 11th Street 215-683-3370.
phila.gov/rise/riseservices
Click link below to see if you qualify for benefits
www.bdtrust.org
Operates BenPhilly where you can call 1-800-236-2194 or go online to apply for benefits or go to a BenePhilly site in person. Phila. FIGHT 1207 Chestnut Street, 3rd Floor; Catholic Social Services 4400 N Reese St.; PEC 325 N. 39th Street 19104; Project Home 1515 Fairmount Ave; UESF 1608 Walnut Street, Suite 600.; United Communities SW 2029 S. 8th St.
Info and links to many preschool programs in Philly.
Click here for info or call 215-400-4270 www.philasd.org/earlychildhood
Shared Prosperity is a vision for Philadelphia — a city that collaborates and works together to fight poverty.
http://sharedprosperityphila.org
CHOP’s “REACH” programs are designed to help families, and young adults with disabilities, learn how to transition to adulthood. REACH’s mission is to prepare youth 14 to 24, with special healthcare needs, for a successful transition into adulthood by providing peer support, guidance and resources. Click here for info or call 215-590-7444.
Keystone First members 12 years and older may join one of many participating community gyms. You pay $25.00 for your first 18 visits within 90 days. Then, Keystone First pays the rest of your annual membership.
http://www.keystonefirstpa.com/member/eng/programs/fitness/index.aspx for info.
Answers all questions related to public education
For ALL languages, click https://www.philasd.org/languagepages/
• Albanian* –215-400-8480
• Chinese* – 215 400-8482
• French* – 215 400-8483
• Khmer* – 215 400-8484
• Russian* – 215 400-8485
• Spanish – 215 400-8489
• Vietnamese* – 215-400-8487
• Arabic: 215-400-8481
Great website and mobile app to get accurate, timely information on childhood vaccines. Click here for info.
For autism evaluations and enrollment in various autism research programs.
Center City-NE Treatment Center 499 Spring Garden Street 215-238-1426
NE Philly-SPIN 10541 Drummond Road 215-612-7625- For Autism evaluations and assessment for other behavioral health and clinical services
Havertown Child Guidance Resource Center at 2000 Old West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083 (484) 454-8700
Also can Contact
The Center for Autism
Specialized intensive training for autistic children- 3905 Ford Road, Suite 6, Philadelphia PA 19131
215-878-3400
www.thecenterforautism.org
Respite care for families of children 6-17 years old with a severe behavioral or mental health diagnosis. Go to http://www.dbhids.org/Respite for info.
The Employment Advocacy Project advocates for the rights of employees and represents unemployment compensation claimants who are appealing denials of unemployment compensation. . Call 215-746-1457 for FREE intake and services or email intake.eap@gmail.com
https://www.law.upenn.edu/probonoprojects/eap/
Website to learn about the ACA, apply for benefits, compare costs, and find local health navigators.
If you:
* are uninsured or buy your own insurance
* spend more than 9.5% of your pay on insurance
* or are a small business owner
Then: Starting today you can sign up for quality, affordable health care coverage at
www.healthcare.gov
A national resource for teens to improve sexual health and education. Great handouts/videos/social media.
http://sexetc.org/
LGTBQ resource advocating for the Latino community. 149 w. Susquehanna Ave 19122. (267) 457-3912
https://www.galaeiqtbipoc.org/
Organization for LGBTQ persons of color. 1211 Chestnut Street, Suite 910 215-832-0100
http://www.coloursorganization.org/
Go to www.mometrix.com/academy/ged-test/ for a free GED practice test and discounted study resources.
Free download for residents to find city services. Click on “language assistance” to explore resources for those whose first language is not English. Search Philly 311 in your phones “app store”.
Click here >> for checklist m-chat and here for scoring m-chat_scoring
Designed to ease the scholarship search process, Scholly aims to fix the outdated search methods that require filling out long, tiresome forms and then fail to deliver relevant results.
myscholly.com
Click here to get free emails texts about your pregnancy as well as newborn, infant safety and health.
GLSEN works with educators, policy makers, community leaders and students on the
urgent need to address anti-LGBT behavior and bias in schools.
www.glsen.org/
If you get WIC and have breastfeeding questions call 800-367-6347 for help
.
MANNA provides meals to children who are suffering from a serious illness which is affecting their nutritional status. To get more information on MANNA’s services and to access a Referral Form (your doctor must fill out) , please visit our website at www.mannapa.org or you can contact our Nutrition Department at 215-496-2662 x5.
Click here for referral.
Questbridge helps connect the brighest low-income students to America’s best universities and opportunities. Check out their website for info. questions@questbridge.org or (650) 331-3280 www.questbridge.org/
Philadelphia’s network of Financial Empowerment Centers provide FREE high-quality, one-on-one financial counseling with professionally trained counselors to help clients transition from debt management to saving.
Call 1-855-FIN-PHIL or click pha.phila.gov/resident-services/other-training/financial-empowerment-centers.aspx
Click here for info on WRAP around servies for children with severe behavioral needs.
The Pennsylvania Branch of the International Dyslexia Association
Promoting literacy through research, education and advocacy.
1062 E. Lancaster Avenue, #15A
Rosemont, PA 19010 phone: 610-527-1548
www.pbida.org
Click on this link to help you reduce stress in your life. A resource from the American Academy of Pediatrics.
http://www2.aap.org/stress/teen1-a.cfm
Great site to learn about fire safety and get free smoke detectors installed in your home.
https://phillyfirefoundation.org/ or here for FREE smoke detectors https://www.phila.gov/services/safety-emergency-preparedness/fire-safety/get-a-smoke-alarm-installed/
Home Safety Plan
Free Smoke Alarms
The mission of GreatPhillySchools is to make information accessible so parents, guardians, and students can find, compare, and demand great schools.
http://greatphillyschools.org/
Great resource for families interested in getting help with parenting and helping their child in school. Great brochures and videos.
https://www.psea.org/partners
The Main Line Youth Alliance (MYA) provides gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender questioning youth and straight allies, with social educational and supportive activities in a confidential, respectful and safe environment. MYA programs, unique in the Philadelphia’s western suburbs, encourages healthy relationships with peers, family and community. MYA meets every Friday evening from 7:00pm-9:30 pm at the Central Baptist Church in Wayne
http://myaonline.org/
Provides Legal advice to LGBTQ youth Phone: 267-546-9200
sccalaw.org
● Free medical care offered for individuals aged 14-24 years old.
● No appointment or insurance required.
● HIV testing and counseling offered, along with risk reduction tips, health education, and information on our safe school programs.
● Other services include: food, tokens, hyigene kits, assistance with benefit applications and housing, mental health, education and vocation referrals
● Legal, dental and vocational referrals also available. For more information call 215-563-0652 x 323
www.mazzonicenter.org/health-care/community-health/teen-drop-clinic
For Health Partners patients. 24 hour breastfeeding hotline. Call 215-307-6791 for issues/questions with breastfeeding.
Teens 4 Good, a program of the Federation of Neighborhood Centers, is a youth entrepreneurial produce and nutrition business that transforms vacant lots into urban gardens/farms, improving access to healthy food for communities, creating meaningful jobs for at-risk youth and empowering youth to become healthy responsible young adults and leaders who give back to their communities. Call (215) 982-2115 for info.
https://www.fncphilly.org/teens4good-academy.html
Information for families and healthcare providers about rare diseases in children.
Join HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH from across they city to lift up your communities and change the world! buildOn City Wide members do intensive COMMUNITY SERVICE locally and globally. You get to make a positive difference while making friends, learning about global issues, and helping your community. Call for 508-395-9703 or go to website. www.buildon.org –
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