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We look forward to connecting with you on Wednesday!

Best wishes for your continued

health and wellness,

CCCHS Board

Rural Tax Advocacy Project

What We Do

• Taxpayer representation in IRS controversies

• Consultations about federal tax matters

• Education about taxpayer rights and responsibilities

• Advocacy to resolve systemic tax issues that affect low income and ESL taxpayers

Who We Serve

• Low income Tax Payers

• Taxpayers for whom English is a second language (ESL)

Client Help Line  844.675.7829

Coronavirus Tax Relief: Economic Impact Payments

For information on the status of your Economic Impact Payment go to: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments

For assistance with federal tax controversies contact MidPenn Legal Services Tax Clinic at 844-MPLS-TAX

Recognition for your Volunteers

Although the Rose Cologne Volunteer Dinner will not be rescheduled for 2020, the CDT has graciously offered to recognize nominated volunteers.

Check out the Sunday, May 3rd edition of the Centre Daily Times for CCCHS member agency nominated volunteers!

CCCHS Facebook

COVID-19 Discussion Group

Did you know?

CCCHS has a private facebook group to discuss issues and concerns around COVID-19 in Centre County? Join the group to pose questions about something you or your agency is struggling with during this time or post your resources that may help others. View our facebook page and simply

"Join" the group!

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Gowns
There is a critical need for gowns at this time. Click here for basic gown templates. 

Face Masks
There are a variety of face mask templates online. Here is a link to one of our favorites, because it includes a pocket for a filter to be added for extra protection.

Face Shields
Face shields are critical PPE in the fight against COVID-19. Do you have access to a laser cutter? Click here for a template that shows how you can create a protective face shield for about $1 in under a minute.

There are a variety of other wonderful videos and templates available across the web. Talk with your local senior living community to see what styles they prefer.

For Emergency Food Needs

Call your local Food Pantry

or

Housing Transitions: 814.237.5508

or

Centre Helps: 814.237.5585

Lifeline Telephone and Broadband Assistance Program

Lifeline is a federal government benefit that provides eligible low-income consumers a monthly discount on their phone or internet bill. The benefit can be used for voice (telephone), Broadband internet Access Service (or BIAS, usually called internet service), or a combined telephone/internet service product from a landline or wireless provider. The program provides a $7.25 per household, per month discount on landline or wireless voice service and a $9.25 per household, per month discount on your wireless or landline internet service. The discount appears in the form of a reduction on the service provider’s bill. A service provider may also offer you the minimum Lifeline Program with no additional charges. The rules and amounts of support can change over time.

A consumer qualifies for Lifeline if they are at or below 135% of the federal poverty guidelines or participate in specific federal programs, including: Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Veterans’ Pension and Survivor Benefit, Federal Public Housing Assistance (FPHA), and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

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Resources and Options to keep Utility Services Affordable during the Pandemic

Press Release - April 08, 2020

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is urging consumers to understand the resources and options available to help keep utility service affordable during the COVID-19 Pandemic, and to contact their utilities for assistance before bills become past-due.

“A major focus right now is to help consumers understand that there are many resources available to keep their utility bills affordable, but they need to speak up,” said PUC Chairman Gladys Dutrieuille.

PA Housing Finance Agency

 Resources for people impacted

by the Coronavirus

Free, downloadable COVID-19 Back To Work Playbook from Catalyst Connection

The playbook was designed for use by manufacturing facilities, but many parts can be pulled out to help any industry.

Catalyst Connection is a private not-for-profit organization headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They provide consulting and training services to small manufacturers in southwestern Pennsylvania, accelerating revenue growth and improving productivity.

www.catalystconnection.org

Wellness of Grief during the Pandemic: A Virtual Gathering
 

When: Wednesday, May 6
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Where: Zoom

Join us in a conversation about many types of losses and grief we may be experiencing during a pandemic and ways to enhance our wellness within it. We’ll hear from panelists: and we’ll also have opportunities for virtual breakout groups.  See outreach event flyer below for full details.

Please RSVP by emailing Jackie@JackieHook.com, calling 814-404-0546 or by visiting the Koch Funeral Home Facebook page by Monday, May 4.

For more information, visit the Bereavement Gatherings and Events page on the Koch Funeral Home website,

www.kochfuneralhome.com.

Are you looking for an Intern?

Students from the following programs

are available:

• Software Development and Programming
• Information Technology
• Engineering Technology
• Business Administration Management-Marketing

In addition to program focused skills, we

have prepared students in online collaboration applications and content management systems.

The internship is 330 hours over a 10-12 week period. It can be paid or unpaid.

Interested?

Contact Career Services for more info: careerservices@southhills.edu

LCC Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic & Event Guidelines

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and in accordance with current recommendations from professional health care organizations,  we are working to reschedule and postpone our events.We will update our website with the pertinent information as we have it.

Please continue to visit our website for updates on our program days and public events. 

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this developing situation. Please read more here.

AAUW State College Postpones Annual Book Sale

In response to the COVID-19 virus, the AAUW State College Used Book Sale, originally scheduled for May 9-12, 2020,

has been postponed until further notice.

We are working to reschedule the event

for later in the year.

We appreciate the help and support of the community as we work through this challenging time. The sale raises funds for local scholarships and community grants that advance equity for women and girls.

Visit aauwstatecollege.org or email AAUW State College aauw.statecollege@gmail.com

for more information.

Is your Agency or Business Hiring?

Over 7,000 people filed for Unemployment Compensation in Centre County last week!

PA CareerLink® Centre County can help share information about your jobs via our pacareerlink.pa.gov website, constant contact emails and our Facebook page. 

We are also sharing COVID-19 Community Resources with our customers.

Contact Sarah Travis stravis@tiu11.org for assistance with your hiring needs

or to share community resources.

YES to the Future Career & Employment Program

Now "accepting applications" from youth aged 16-24 who want help with finding jobs, trying out jobs, and planning for their future career path.

Call or text Tammy

570.380.3806