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2 | Disability Information and Access Line (DIAL) Call 888-677-1199 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern) - or - email DIAL@n4a.org | https://acl.gov/DIAL | Help find local COVID vaccine locations, making vaccine appointments, and connection to other services to help with vaccine access (like transportation) | |||||||||||||||||||||
3 | Resources by and for Disability Communities in the Time of COVID-19 | https://docs.google.com/document/d/1euaimf8UCEhzkpaLyPdGZLK5qqzfjNyvShMrmzJhdgs/edit#heading=h.ya1ny9esjegj | A full list of resources that could be helpful within the disability community during COVID-19. | |||||||||||||||||||||
4 | Plain Language Information on COVID-19 | https://ddi.wayne.edu/covid19/plain-language-information-on-coronavirus.pdf | A plain language guide in sharing information about COVID-19. | |||||||||||||||||||||
5 | CDC COVID-19 for People With Disabilities | https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/people-with-disabilities.html | Precautions to help people with disabilities stay safe during coronavirus. | |||||||||||||||||||||
6 | COVID-19 Community Setting Guidelines for People with Disabilities | http://radiant.nhs.uk/uploads/2/7/2/5/27254761/alexander__2020__guidance_on_covid-19_for_community_id_settings.pdf | How to address COVID-19 in community settings and keep people healthy and safe. | |||||||||||||||||||||
7 | Telehealth and You | https://ddi.wayne.edu/telehealth/middi_telehealth_you.pdf | A fact sheet and explanation for how Telehealth works. | |||||||||||||||||||||
8 | Resources from the Special Olympics | https://resources.specialolympics.org/resources-to-help-during-the-crisis | COVID-19 resources provided by the Special Olympics with at home workouts, self care tips, family resources and more. | |||||||||||||||||||||
9 | Considerations for Adults and Children with Disabilites | https://www.unicef.org/disabilities/ | Considerations for people with disabilities during COVID-19. | |||||||||||||||||||||
10 | COVID-19 Communication Rights Toolkit | https://communicationfirst.org/covid-19/#.Xn4zjt4niG8.twitter | Explanation of communication rights for different settings during COVID-19. | |||||||||||||||||||||
11 | Resources for Students with Disabilities | https://ncld.org/news/policy-and-advocacy/two-new-resources-to-support-students-with-disabilities-during-the-covid-19-crisis | Resources to support students with disabilities during home schooling and distance learning. | |||||||||||||||||||||
12 | Information for Older Adults and Individuals with Disabilities | https://acl.gov/COVID-19 | Guidance for older adults during COVID-19.. | |||||||||||||||||||||
13 | Wheelchair and Assistive Technology Users Precautions for COVID-19 | https://ddi.wayne.edu/covid19/wc_at_covid-19_precautions_1mb_2020-03-27_0745.pdf | Precautions for wheelchair and assistive technology users during COVID-19. | |||||||||||||||||||||
14 | Let's Talk COVID-19 | https://ddi.wayne.edu/covid19/lets-talk-covid.pdf | Guidance for families, friends and care providers of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities | |||||||||||||||||||||
15 | Safeguard Against Disability Discrimination During COVID-19 | https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USACL/bulletins/285db14 | A fact sheet for best practices and legal requirements for health care when serving people with disabilities. | |||||||||||||||||||||
16 | National Association of the Deaf Coronavirus Resources | https://www.nad.org/coronavirus/ | Resources for the deaf community during COVID-19. |
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2 | Gleaners Food Bank Interactive Map | https://www.gcfb.org/community-distribution-sites/ | Check individual locations on the map | This map is interactive and being updated by Gleaners to reflect locations where meals can be picked up. | |
3 | Michigan Department of Education Interactive Food Service Map | 517-241-5374 | https://www.mcgi.state.mi.us/schoolnutrition/ | Check individual schools on the map | This map is being updated by the Michigan Department of Education with available food resources. You can search by city or zip code and click on indivdual locations to see the dates and times they are offering free meals. |
4 | Feeding America | https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank | Check individual locations on the map | Online database of food pantries searchable by city and/or zip code. | |
5 | Detroit Food Resource Finder | https://codtableau.detroitmi.gov/t/DPW/views/FoodResourceDashboard/FoodResourcesMap?:embed=y | Interactive map for fidning food resources in Detroit. | ||
6 | Families with children who received free, reduced-cost lunches at school qualify for new program | https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339--525248--,00.html | The Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Program (P-EBT) provides temporary funding to address emergency food needs and avert financial hardship for families affected by the pandemic. The food assistance benefits will go to Michigan families with students ages 5-18 who are enrolled in the Michigan Department of Education program for students eligible for free or reduced-price school meals and will reach approximately 895,000 students. This includes families currently receiving Food Assistance Program benefits as well as those not currently enrolled in the program. | ||
7 | Double Up Food Bucks Spending Increase | https://www.doubleupfoodbucks.org/locations/ | For every $1 you spend on fruits and veggies, you get $1 free with Double Up Food Bucks. To use Double Up Food Bucks, you need an EBT (or Bridge) card. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many stores that use Double Up Food Bucks got rid of the $20 per day spending limit. | ||
8 | YMCA Metro Detroit | https://ymcadetroit.org/ymca-providing-free-grab-and-go-meals-for-children-youth-up-to-age-18-and-young-adults-with-special-needs-up-to-age-26/ | Click link for schedule and various locations | Every Friday the YMCA provides families 4 days of grab and go breakfast and lunch meals for every child at 19 community sites throughout Metropolitan Detroit. That is 8 meals per child. We will be distributing free Grab & Go Meals throughout metropolitan Detroit at various locations Monday – Friday during the Month of April. See the schedule for the week of April 20, 2020 for specific locations dates and times. |
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3 | COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) | https://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,4641,7-141-5555-533463--,00.html | Renters are eligible for rental assistance and/or utility assistance if they experienced economic hardship during COVID-19. You can fill out application online or find your local agency who can help you | ||
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5 | Homeless During COVID-19 Resources | https://www.hud.gov/homelessness_resources | Full resource guide for addressing homelessness during COVID-19. | ||
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8 | Wayne County (NOT INCLUDING Detroit, Hamtramck, or Highland Park) COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) | Call Wayne Metro Community Action Agency 313 388 9799 & ask to be transferred to "Wayne CERA" | https://www.waynemetro.org/housing-and-food-assistance/ | Renters are eligible for rental assistance and/or utility assistance if they experienced economic hardship during COVID-19. You can fill out application online ( https://ceraapp.michigan.gov/ )or ask for help from Wayne Metro Community Action Agency | |
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12 | Detroit COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) | as of 4.26.21 the # on detroitevictionhelp.com is not working!!! Call Wayne Metro Community Action Agency 313 388 9799 & ask to be transferred to "Detroit CERA" | https://detroitmi.gov/departments/housing-and-revitalization-department/eviction-rent-and-utility-payment-help-available | Renters are eligible for rental assistance and/or utility assistance if they experienced economic hardship during COVID-19. You can fill out application online ( https://ceraapp.michigan.gov/ )or ask for help from Wayne Metro Community Action Agency | |
13 | Cass Community Social Services | (313) 883-2277 | https://casscommunity.org/ | Cass provides emergency shelter, transitional and permanent supportive housing for all populations. | |
14 | Rescue Mission Genesis II | (313) 471-1097 | http://www.drmm.org/ | 48 women and 14 children. Women in this program often are working on substance abuse aftercare issues, addressing legal issues, and attend school and training programs to give them a future. | |
15 | Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries (Oasis) | (313) 993-6703 | http://www.drmm.org/ | A shelter that also provides job assistance, training, food, substance use services, and more. | |
16 | Matrix Off the Streets - For Homeless Teens | (313) 873-0678 | https://www.matrixhumanservices.org | Services are available to both males and females between the ages of 12 and 17 who are runaway, potential runaway, homeless and throwaway youth. | |
17 | Coffer Adult Foster Care Home | (313) 320-2646 | Adult Foster care home. We provide 24 hr care/protection, 3 Home prepared meals, Furnished private rooms with cable,medication assistance and much more. | ||
18 | Derrick's Adult Foster Care | (313) 895-4405 | Nice rooms with cable and storage space. Three well balanced meals, medication assistance, home doctors visits, and activities. | ||
19 | Covenant House Michigan | (313) 463-2000 | www.covenanthousemi.org | Emergency Shelter Teens only. Covenant House Michigan offers unconditional love, respect and hope to youth ages 13-22 | |
20 | DRMM Detroit Rescue Mission | (313) 993-4700 | Emergency Shelter Men Only. All Male Emergency Shelter & Transitional Housing. | ||
21 | NSO Tumaini Center | (313) 832-3100 | http://www.nso-mi.org/programs.php | The Tumaini Center,is a crisis support center for chronically homeless individuals. Established in 1975, we have provided services to all who enter our doors including substance abuse treatment, mental health assessment and referral, case management, emergency food, and clothing storage. | |
22 | COTS | (313) 831-3777 | www.cotsdetroit.org | Provides an array of services that enable people to achieve self-sufficiency and obtain quality affordable housing. COTS also exists to advocate for long-term solutions to the problems of homelessness. | |
23 | Mighty Voices of Hope Inc. | (313) 842-4931 | Mighty Voices of Hope is an organization that brings awareness of the homeless situation in the metro Detroit area. Our purpose is two-fold. We currently feed and house local homeless men who used to live in vacant homes or on the street. We assist them until they can do for themselves. | ||
24 | Open Door Rescue Mission Ministries | (313) 579-1825 | http://fatherdalton.com/open-door-rescue-mission/www.opendoorrescuemission.com | Assistance for: Homeless; Addicted; Mentally or Emotionally Challenged. |
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2 | How to Get Your Stimulus Check | https://poverty.umich.edu/stimulus-checks/ | How to get your stimulus check if you have not received it. | |
3 | Emergency Financial Resources for COVID-19 Hardships | https://grantspace.org/resources/knowledge-base/covid-19-emergency-financial-resources/#anchor2 | A grant and funding resource to help address financial harships during COVID-19. | |
4 | Coronavirus Benefits Resource Guide | https://www.benefits.gov/help/faq/Coronavirus-resources | Benefits eligibility, resources and requirements during COVID-19. | |
5 | Apply for Benefits in Michigan | https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US | Apply for benefits through the state of Michigan here. | |
6 | Filing for Unemployment in Michigan | 1-866-500-0017 | https://miwam.unemployment.state.mi.us/ClmMiWAM/_/ | TTY service is available at 1-866-366-0004 for the hearing impaired. Apply for unemployment in Michigan here. |
7 | Paid Sick Leave and Child Care Information | https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/osec/osec20200320 | From the department of labor - coronavirus related paid sick leave and childcare guidelines and information. | |
8 | DTE Energy and Consumers Energy Policy Changes During COVID-19 | https://newlook.dteenergy.com/wps/wcm/connect/dte-web/quicklinks/footer/covid19-response | Resources and support available. | |
9 | Water Restoration Policy | https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90640-523415--,00.html | No community in Michigan will go without water due to COVID-19. | |
10 | Keep Americans Connected Initative | https://www.fcc.gov/keep-americans-connected#pledges | In order to ensure that Americans do not lose their broadband or telephone connectivity as a result of these exceptional circumstances, he specifically asked broadband and telephone service providers, and trade associations, to take the Keep Americans Connected Pledge. So far, more than 700 companies and associations have signed the Chairman's pledge to Keep Americans Connected. | |
11 | Free and low cost internet options | https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F4zt5x8E6LrGunXCTItt4EUSk8iaooC9bhurHLl3QTA/edit | How to stay connected to the internet during COVID-19. | |
12 | Center for Disease Control (CDC) Eviction Moratorium - Sept 2020 to June 30th 2021 | https://michiganlegalhelp.org/self-help-tools/eviction-during-covid-19-pandemic/do-it-yourself-cdc-eviction-moratorium-declaration-form | If renters are unable to pay rent due to COVID-19 related hardships, they are protected from eviction until June 30th | |
13 | Mortgage Relief | https://www.hud.gov/coronavirus?fbclid=IwAR1PnmwPeYw6MTYd7Ehi5FiT_BNYB0mxnyp6T4Gbd08NUB0mnMR9DRfZxBM | Mortgage relief resources and guidelines during COVID-19. | |
14 | Reporting Price Gouging | 877-765-8388 | https://courts.michigan.gov/Self-help/Directories/Pages/Trial-Court-Directory.aspx | Executive order re price gouging: https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705-526306--,00.html |
15 | Updated Tax Deadlines and Changes | 888-353-4537 | https://www.michigan.gov/documents/treasury/2020.04.02_-_State_and_City_Income_Tax_Deadline_Change_685810_7.pdf | The federal government moved the 2019 tax filing deadline to July 15. State income tax returns, city income tax returns, and related payments are also due July 15 or July 31. |
16 | Federal Student Loan Relief | https://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/student-loan-ranger/articles/coronavirus-stimulus-things-student-loan-borrowers-should-know | People who have federal student loans will not be charged any interest for six months. They do not have to pay their student loans for six months. Borrowers can pause their payments without being charged interest. People’s wages, Social Security benefits, and tax refunds will not be garnished for student loan debt collection. | |
17 | CARES Relief and Recovery Services | 313-388-9799 | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeJLLFp3JXyl40TKDirLCM28xNH7CX1V0p5EglR-K7rCWk_og/viewform?ts=5e9f8d47 | Wayne Metro Community Action Agency is offering new CARES Relief & Recovery Services to help Wayne County residents get assistance with food and income, water and energy, rent and mortgage, property taxes, emergency plumbing repair, and funeral expenses. |
18 | Wayne County Evictions and Foreclosures Policies | 313-224-5990 | https://pta.waynecounty.com/ | Wayne County will not foreclose on any properties in 2020. Also, the county will not hold the annual auction to sell properties in tax foreclosure. |
19 | Detroit Water Restart Plan | 313-386-9727 | https://detroitmi.gov/departments/customer-care/water-and-sewerage-department/coronavirus-covid-19-water-restart-plan | Detroit is turning on water in homes where it was previously shut off because of missed payments. The city banned water shutoffs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the Coronavirus Water Restart Plan, residents can pay $25 to turn their water back on and then pay $25 a month to keep their water on. After the COVID-19 pandemic, customers will be responsible for their full water bill. |
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21 | Executive Order on Evictions - expired May 2020 | https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705-526305--,00.html | The eviction ban applies to all renters and mobile home residents. The ban does not apply to businesses. How to Access: Residents do not need to take any action to avoid eviction. People still have to pay rent. If you fall behind on rent, your landlord can’t evict you right now. However, you still owe your landlord rent you missed. |
1 | Name | Phone Number | Website | Availability | Services Provided |
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2 | United Way | 211 | https://unitedwaysem.org/ | 24 hours a day | A hotline to help people access necessay resources during times of crisis. |
3 | The Disaster Distress Hotline | 1-800-985-5990 | 24 hours a day | 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. | |
4 | Detroit Medical Center COVID 19 After Hours Hotline | 1-888-DMC-3370 | https://www.dmc.org/our-response-to-covid-19/visitor-information | Open from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. every day | To answer questions about coronavirus, evaluate symptoms, and more. |
5 | Beaumont Coronavirus/COVID-19 Hotline | 248-551-7000 | https://secure.beaumont.org/covidrisk | Open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday - Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday - Sunday | Beaumont online risk assessment for COVID-19 and hotline. |
6 | Veterans Crisis Line | 1-800-273-8255 | 1-800-273-8255 and press 1, Chat, or Text 838255 | ||
7 | Suicide Prevention Hotline | 1-800-273-8255 | https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ | 24 hours a day | You can also chat online with a counselor from the hotline through the website |
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2 | COVID Response Resource Sign Up | https://www.mycovidresponse.org/signup/ | Online form to fill out and submit requesting various resources | |
3 | Disaster Relief Childcare Services | https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90640-522171--,00.html | If you are an essential worker seeking childcare sign up here: https://www.helpmegrow-mi.org/essential | |
4 | Community Care Registration Form: Combating COVID-19 in Southwest Detroit | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdrdIvdO3AHzCJBXloy-KExxQabrMUSbr_xgo4Y9NBI-GHnTA/viewform?fbclid=IwAR0rsN8K9xrb1a6oOLNeymPTs7jOcjWzPduerYB0CSBPotsqEKSVw1ELe4Y | Online form to fill out and submit requesting various resources | |
5 | Court Emergency Procedures | https://courts.michigan.gov/News-Events/Pages/COVID-19.aspx | Check the status of your criminal or civil case here: https://courts.michigan.gov/Self-help/Directories/Pages/Trial-Court-Directory.aspx | |
6 | Lakeshore Legal Aid | 888-783-8190 | michiganlegalhelp.org | Free legal services for low income individuals, Macomb/Wayne/Oakland counties. Information from email sent out: Lakeshore Legal Aid is committed to providing legal services to our community and we will continue to do so from remote locations. Until further notice, we have closed our offices to the public in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, commonly known as the coronavirus. We encourage you to access our services by contacting Counsel & Advocacy Law Line at 1-888-783-8190 or apply for services online at michiganlegalhelp.org. |
7 | Alcoholics Anonymous Online | http://aa-intergroup.org/directory.php | Access to online meetings | |
8 | Narcotics Anonymous Online | https://www.na.org/meetingsearch/text-results.php?country=Web&state&city&zip&street&within=5&day=0&lang&orderby=distance | Access to online meetings | |
9 | MetroPCS | MetroPCS is offering up to two months of free service to anyone impacted by the coronavirus. Dial 611 and be sure to mention that your area is impacted by the coronavirus. | ||
10 | United Way COVID-19 Economic Relief Fund | 1-866-211-9966 | Bills, rent and food assistance | |
11 | Smart Recovery | https://www.smartrecovery.org/covid-19-smart-recovery-face-to-face-meetings/ | Face to face recovery meetings | |
12 | COVID-19 Modified Bus Routes and Schedule | https://detroitmi.gov/news/ddot-rider-alert | All passengers can ride city buses for free during the COVID-19 pandemic. The bus schedule has been modified during this time. | |
13 | Metro Detroit Parent Resource Sharing Facebook Group | https://www.facebook.com/groups/233646601012311 | Join this Facebook group to connect with other parents and obtain helpful resources during COVID-19 | |
14 | Aging and Adult Services | 888-535-6136 | https://www.michigan.gov/osa/1,4635,7-234-64081-295815--,00.html | The best course of action is to call your local Area Agency on Aging to learn about what services are available and to see if you qualify. |
15 | Friendly Caller Program | 248-567-2363 | https://www.sagemetrodetroit.org/friendly-caller-program/ | All older adults face significant challenges as they age, including social isolation. For LGBT older adults this issue is compounded by years of legal discrimination and the generational social stigma faced by LGBT people in historic and contemporary society, creating serious concerns for health and longevity. |
16 | Map of Local Mutual Aid Groups | https://www.michiganradio.org/post/interactive-map-help-or-get-help-your-neighbors-during-covid-19 | Michigan communities are organizing to help with needs arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. More than a dozen informal, grassroots networks are operating around the state. Sometimes known as mutual aid groups, they work alongside government agencies and charities and often coordinate with them. They can help with grocery deliveries, financial assistance, childcare and more. | |
17 | Kid Safety During COVID-19 - Expert Advice from a Pediatrician | https://www.safety.com/news/coronavirus-kids-safety/ | Precautions to keep children safe during the coronavirus pandemic. | |
18 | Coronavirus: How to Keep Seniors Safe | https://www.safety.com/news/coronavirus-how-to-keep-seniors-safe/ | How to stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic as an older adult. | |
19 | Safety During Coronavirus | https://www.safety.com/category/coronavirus/ | Database of articles on how to stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic. |