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Month: January 2023

Community and Family

New community fridge has a mission to heal people hurt by war on drugs

January 31, 2023

Northwest Philadelphia got another community fridge a few weekends ago when D.O.P.E. Inc held its unveiling in Mt. Airy in front of the FarmerJawn Greenery. (Read more.)

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SEPTA delays ‘bus revolution’ plans until 2024

January 30, 2023

“Implementation of what’s been dubbed the “bus revolution” will be delayed until next year to allow more time for community feedback.” From: WHYY (Read more.)

Housing

Here’s How Philadelphia’s First Guaranteed Income Program Is Going

January 30, 2023

“The pilot program provides 300 households with payments for 30 months.” From: Next City (Read more.)

Income and Wages

Free lifeguard training in Philadelphia

January 27, 2023

“Bill Salvatore, of the Department of Parks and Recreation, said the department could only train about 250 people to take care of the city’s pools last year, so they are recruiting early this year to train more people for the job.” From: WHYY (Read more.)

Health

Medicare insulin cap: How much will people with diabetes in Pa, NJ save?

January 27, 2023

“Insulin will cost no more than $35 a month for people with prescription drug coverage through Medicare, a rule change that is expected to save people with diabetes hundreds of dollars a year.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)

Housing

PHA’s Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Lottery Site Can’t Keep Up With Demand

January 27, 2023

“The Philadelphia Housing Authority opened its Housing Choice Voucher program for the first time in more than 12 years on Jan. 23, 2023. Applications will be taken for two weeks both on the PHA website or by calling, (215) 999-3102, until Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023 at 5:59 p.m.” From: NBC10 (Read more.)

Income and Wages

Nonprofits are combating burnout and employee turnover with extra time off

January 23, 2023

“Nonprofits saw a voluntary turnover rate of 20% in 2021. Three local organizations are trying new tactics to keep employees happy and healthy.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)

Health

The Share Food Program is getting less money and less food for its pantry partners after TEFAP administrative change

January 23, 2023

“The state’s Department of Agriculture has implemented a small procedural change in a little known federal government food program that will cost Share Food Program big bucks — an estimated $300,000 this year alone.” From: The Inquirer (Read more.)

Health

Opioid Addiction Failure in Philadelphia

January 20, 2023

“A former city official who worked on the crisis under Jim Kenney takes the Mayor to task for his failure to solve the problem” From: The Citizen (Read more.)

Community and Family

Trees are a vital part of our environment. Here’s how to support tree efforts.

January 20, 2023

“The majority of Kensington doesn’t have enough street trees compared to other neighborhoods in the city. However, there are community-led groups working to plant and care for trees in high-need areas.” From: Kensington Voice (Read more.)

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ICYMI

  • More cities are offering no-strings-attached cash to residents. Here’s what Philly can learn.
    July 11, 2023
  • Tale of two cities: What Philadelphia can learn from New Orleans’ guaranteed income pilot
    June 20, 2023
  • How to Take Care of Your Lungs After Breathing Wildfire Smoke
    June 16, 2023
  • Banking On Moms
    June 13, 2023
  • Penn Medicine offering free cancer screenings during the month of June
    June 13, 2023
  • Broken elevators terrify older people and those with disabilities in Philly apartment buildings
    June 13, 2023
  • To buy, or not to buy? Philly’s weak housing market is serving up a mix of emotions
    June 13, 2023
  • The Philly area doesn’t have enough homes available for low- and middle-income buyers
    June 12, 2023
  • Philly nonprofit to help small businesses buy property
    June 8, 2023
  • Some Pa. residents can get free air conditioners this summer
    June 8, 2023

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