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Housing

Philly to expand ‘Right to Counsel’ eviction program

February 2, 2023

“The city is expanding a program that provides free legal representation to Philadelphia renters with low income who are at risk of losing their home, including those facing an eviction filing.” From: WHYY (Read more.)

Community and Family

Waste coalition asks the next Mayor to clean up the city

February 2, 2023

“Waste Free Philly, a coalition of six sustainability and anti-litter advocates, announced a 5-point Mayoral Agenda for a Clean and Waste-Free Future for Philadelphia.” From: Green Philly (Read more.)

Housing

Quick Tips for guarding against predatory homebuying

February 2, 2023

“In October, Philly Office Retail posted a series of photos on Facebook working with Jeantel Landscaping, removing “we buy houses,” “free construction estimates,” and other signs they deemed “blight” on Berkley Street.” From: Germantown Info Hub (Read more.)

Education

Pennsylvania Class of 2022 left $118.5M in Pell Grants unclaimed

February 2, 2023

“A new analysis by the National College Attainment Network (NCAN) found that eligible high school seniors left approximately $3.6 billion in Pell Grant awards last year of which $118,503,612 million correspond to high school students in Pennsylvania. ” From: AL DIA (Read more.)

Latest

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.)

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ICYMI

  • Philly to expand ‘Right to Counsel’ eviction program
    February 2, 2023
  • Waste coalition asks the next Mayor to clean up the city
    February 2, 2023
  • Quick Tips for guarding against predatory homebuying
    February 2, 2023
  • Pennsylvania Class of 2022 left $118.5M in Pell Grants unclaimed
    February 2, 2023
  • New community fridge has a mission to heal people hurt by war on drugs
    January 31, 2023
  • SEPTA delays ‘bus revolution’ plans until 2024
    January 30, 2023
  • Here’s How Philadelphia’s First Guaranteed Income Program Is Going
    January 30, 2023
  • Free lifeguard training in Philadelphia
    January 27, 2023
  • Medicare insulin cap: How much will people with diabetes in Pa, NJ save?
    January 27, 2023
  • PHA’s Housing Choice Voucher Waiting List Lottery Site Can’t Keep Up With Demand
    January 27, 2023

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