Supporting Families During COVID-19
March 24, 2020
Greetings Family and Partners,
As you are aware, there are many who may be experiencing a high level of anxiety and challenges during this time. Recently, Governor Newsom made a public announcement that parents should assume that schools will remain closed for the rest of the school year and not be back in session until Fall 2020. This means that parents may be expected to homeschool their children between now and then. Also, Governor Newsom announced that his office is working with utility companies and other entities to ensure that families are protected by having an extension for payment of utilities, rent, etc. There are also resources for small business owners who need support during COVID-19 through the small business administration (SBA).
For more information, please click:
Governer Newsom on Education: Education Link
BUSD on School Plans Re: COVID-19
More resources for small businesses
WHAT COMMUNITY RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE?
Free Internet for those who need it: Click Here
A recent notice from Councilwoman Kesarwani’s newsletter shared FREE support for those in need and a list serv for those who would like to volunteer. If interested, visit: Click Here
This list provides an opportunity for you to list your needs (i.e. food, transport of food, etc.) and for those interested in volunteering, you can list how you are able to help.
WHAT IS HBF DOING TO SUPPORT STAFF AND COMMUNITY?
In order to protect our staff during this time, we will be working remotely.
All HBF program classes and activities will be taken place via Zoom if they have not already been postponed.
FREE 1-on-1 virtual talk sessions for individuals who would like to release frustration and anxiety during this time. To schedule a session, please contact Sitar Mody at (510) 213-8001 or sitarmody_tnrp@gmail.com
HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT NOW?
Call a Friend, Family, Neighbor to check on their well-being during this time.
Volunteer and support others as you see fit.
HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT BEYOND COVID-19?
We anticipate that even after COVID-19, many families will continue to be impacted financially as well as in other ways. Unfortunately, at this point, we are not sure what additional announcements will come from a country, state, or national level, regarding this pandemic/. As a result, we will need to be prepared to support families even more than we currently are. You can support by investing in wthe work of Healthy Black Families, Inc. We understand that it takes a village to support community and continue to meet the needs of families.