More cities are offering no-strings-attached cash to residents. Here’s what Philly can learn.
Philly will join the ranks of cities such as Durham, N.C., using guaranteed basic income as a tool to address systemic racism. (Read more.)
Tale of two cities: What Philadelphia can learn from New Orleans’ guaranteed income pilot
The New Orleans Guaranteed Income Program, which ended in January, focused on “opportunity youth” – young people disconnected from work and school. The median household income for participants was $15,700. | From: Metro Philadelphia (Read more.)
How to Take Care of Your Lungs After Breathing Wildfire Smoke
To support your lungs, heart, and overall wellness amid ongoing poor air quality, find local experts’ recommendations for better breathing and clearer sinuses below. | From: Philadelphia Magazine (Read more.)
When and how to get an updated COVID booster in Philadelphia
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Updated boosters – known as bivalent vaccines, which target both the original coronavirus and “Omicron strains – were rolled out for adults in September, and, last month, they became available for children between 6 months and 4 years old.” From: Metro Philly (Read more.)
Free at-home COVID tests in Philadelphia: Where to go – On top of Philly news
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The Philadelphia Health Department recommends testing before attending any holiday parties or gatherings, particularly if you might be around folks who are older or immunocompromised. Per the department’s guidance, you should stay home if you test positive OR feel sick with COVID-like symptoms. From: BillyPenn (Read more.)
How to Take Care of Your Lungs After Breathing Wildfire Smoke
To support your lungs, heart, and overall wellness amid ongoing poor air quality, find local experts’ recommendations for better breathing and clearer sinuses below. | From: Philadelphia Magazine (Read more.)
Banking On Moms
Philly Joy Bank will give $1,000 a month for 18 months to 250 mothers, starting in pregnancy and going through baby’s first year. (Read more.)
Tale of two cities: What Philadelphia can learn from New Orleans’ guaranteed income pilot
The New Orleans Guaranteed Income Program, which ended in January, focused on “opportunity youth” – young people disconnected from work and school. The median household income for participants was $15,700. | From: Metro Philadelphia (Read more.)
Philly nonprofit to help small businesses buy property
Philly nonprofit to help small businesses buy property
Broken elevators terrify older people and those with disabilities in Philly apartment buildings
“We’re all gonna die in here if there’s an emergency,” Dupree said. “Most people can’t use the steps.” (Read more.)
To buy, or not to buy? Philly’s weak housing market is serving up a mix of emotions
To buy, or not to buy? Philly’s weak housing market is serving up a mix of emotions
The Philly area doesn’t have enough homes available for low- and middle-income buyers
https://www.inquirer.com/real-estate/housing/home-buying-affordable-mortgage-low-middle-income-philadelphia-realtors-20230609.html
Some Pa. residents can get free air conditioners this summer
Some Pa. residents can get free air conditioners this summer
Project HOME gets $25M to tackle opioid addiction, homelessness
https://metrophiladelphia.com/project-home-25m-opioid-addiction-homelessness/
Philadelphia pool closures leave neighborhoods without a vital community resource: ‘Why our pool?’
https://www.inquirer.com/sports/philadelphia-public-pools-closure-lifeguard-shortages-renovations-community-lack-activities-20230515.html
‘They’re not getting the protection that they deserve.’ The city’s new Youth Ombudsperson is looking out for Philly’s most vulnerable kids.
https://www.inquirer.com/news/youth-ombudsperson-dhs-residential-placement-abuse-20230510.html
SEPTA saves $83M annually with employee-generated ideas
https://www.inquirer.com/transportation/septa-low-morale-employee-driven-initiatives-savings-deficit-20230404.html
5 potential pathways to solving SEPTA’s chronic operator shortage
Last August, the agency was down 144 drivers from its budgeted total of 2,700. (Read more.)
