Family Resources

Free Library of Philadelphia: Did you know you can get a library card online? This card will give your family access to electronic resources, downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. 

Scholastic Learn at Home: Visit this website for science and social studies videos and activities designed for students in pre-K and kindergarten.

Storyline Online: This site features videos of celebrities reading children’s books, complete with illustrations.

School District of Philadelphia Early Childhood Toolkit: A Parent Toolkit full of activities for young children.

Books to read with children:Get age-appropriate ideas and inspiration for every interest

Best learning apps, games and websites

Powerful Stories About Martin Luther King Jr.

• Where to find free, nutritious food during COVID-19: The City of Philadelphia and partners have established over 120 new locations where families can find free food.
  • Families can also call 311 to find a food pantry, or text their zip code to 800-548-6479 for a list of nearby pantries from WhyHunger. Be sure to call ahead to confirm the pantry’s schedule.
• Free pregnancy, baby and toddler supports during COVID-19: Free diapers, food, cribs, and virtual support are available for expecting families and families with babies and toddlers. Check out this list of resources compiled by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health.
• Help With Housing During COVID-19: COVID-19 restrictions will leave many families with reduced or no income. Check out the City’s guide for renters and homeowners facing housing issues.
• Information for Pennsylvania Employees Impacted by COVID-19:  Learn more about your eligibility for Unemployment or Workers’ Compensation benefits.
• Information and resources for Philadelphia workers impacted by COVID-19: Learn more about sick leave, utilities, and job opportunities.  

Health and wellness tips for parents with young children during COVID-19: Take care of your mind and body while you’re at home, with these recommendations from Get Healthy Philly.

Infant Toddler Early Intervention Procedures during COVID-19: Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services published an overview of early intervention services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Take a Breath”: Check out this song by singer-songwriter Raffi, which can help children deal with stress.

How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus: Advice and activities for parents and caregivers to have informative and reassuring conversations with children about COVID-19.

Hotlines:

• Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-866-723-3014
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text LOVEIS to 22522
• To report Child Abuse, contact ChildLine at 1-800-932-0313  or 215-683-6100
• Call 1-877-PA-Health to report public health emergencies
• National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
• Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
  • This 24/7, 365-day-a-year, national hotline provides immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster.

 The Benefit Bank An online resource that helps families find out if they are eligible for public benefits and the steps you have to take to receive them. www.thebenefitbank.com 

Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Delaware Valley (CCCS) CCCS provides a wide variety of counseling services and educational programs designed to empower individuals’of all economic levels’financially, and to help them before, during or after a period of financial difficulty. Help with: budgeting; bankruptcy; credit; savings; foreclosures and more. 1608 Walnut Street. Call 1-800-989-2227 or go to website for info and to schedule an appointment. www.cccsdv.org 

COMPASS COMPASS–Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services–is a web site that allows individuals and community based organizations access to screen for, apply for, and renew a broad range of social programs including Food Stamps, Health Care, Cash Assistance ect.-see what your family is eligible for!! www.humanservices.state.pa.us/compass/ 

Comcast Internet Essentials If a child in a household is eligible for free school lunch, a family is eligible for a low cost computer and $9.95 monthly internet. Call 1-855-8-INTERNET for info or go to link below. www.internetessentials.com 

Parent University Help your children with their school work and in life. Classes and workshops for parents, Family Literacy, Financial Literacy, Health/ Wellness&Cultural Enrichment through the School District. Call 215-400-4180 or go to website. www.philasd.org/parentuniversity