Chester County Department of Community Development 10/18/21 Chester County Department of Community Development 10/18/21

Accessing Economic Impact Payments & IRS Non-Filer Tool

The new IRS Non-Filer Tool will allow individuals to provide their information to the IRS so that they can receive any of the three Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), also known as “stimulus payments,” that they may be missing.

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General 1/7/21 Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General 1/7/21

Unemployment Rights and Resources – COVID-19

Across the Commonwealth, Pennsylvanians are doing their part to combat this virus–from staying indoors and delivering supplies to neighbors to caring for sick patients in hospitals and keeping our communities safe—and together, we’re going to beat this. My office is working to protect the health, safety, and financial security of all Pennsylvanians during this public health emergency. If you need help accessing any of the resources available below and are unsure who to contact, please reach out to my office at 717-787-3391 or info@attorneygeneral.gov.

DCD General 4/15/20 DCD General 4/15/20

Wings for Success Services for Women Ages 15+ During COVID-19

Need help? Wings for Success provides the following: Emergency clothing or clothing for work, updating resume/interview prep/career advice, and virtual workshops. Hablamos español.

DCD General 4/15/20 DCD General 4/15/20

Justice at Work’s Guidance for the Safety of Essential Workers: Pennsylvania Department of Health Order of April 15, 2020

Are you still working because your workplace is an "essential" business? If so, you are entitled to health and safety protections at work. Employers must take certain actions to ensure the health and safety of its employees.

DCD General 4/14/20 DCD General 4/14/20

PECO COVID Resources

PECO understands that many customers are continuing to face financial hardships. To assist, PECO is offering expanded payment agreements and financial assistance programs to help customers pay down outstanding balances that may have increased during the pandemic.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services 4/3/20 Pennsylvania Department of Human Services 4/3/20

24/7 Behavioral and Mental Health Support & Referral Helpline

This statewide support line is staffed by skilled and compassionate caseworkers who will be available to counsel Pennsylvanians struggling with anxiety and other challenging emotions due to the COVID-19 emergency and refer them to community-based resources that can further help to meet individual needs. Call 1-855-284-2494. For TTY, dial 724-631-5600.

Annetta Crecelius 4/2/20 Annetta Crecelius 4/2/20

Chester County Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Program

DCD General 3/26/20 DCD General 3/26/20

How to File for Unemployment Compensation During Coronavirus

If you lost your job or your hours were cut because of coronavirus (COVID-19), you should apply for unemployment compensation at: https://www.uc.pa.gov, or call the statewide toll-free number: 888-313-7284.

DCD General 3/25/20 DCD General 3/25/20

MCHC Family Benefits COVID-19

Maternal and Child Health Consortium assists with Health Insurance, SNAP Benefits enrollment and Cash assistance.

DCD General 3/24/20 DCD General 3/24/20

How to Access Benefits During Coronavirus: SNAP (food stamps), Medicaid, TANF & LIHEAP

If you lost your job or your hours were cut because of coronavirus (COVID-19), you should apply for unemployment compensation at: https://www.uc.pa.gov, or call the statewide toll-free number: 888-313-7284.

DCD General 3/4/20 DCD General 3/4/20

Chester County Health Department COVID-19 Information

Be informed. Learn the facts, share the facts, stop the fear. Read the latest news for Chester and Delaware Counties. Questions? Call 610-344-6225 Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

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