Covid-19 Update
Updated: Aug 8, 2020
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Redwood City 8:30 pm
Information Sources
Federal COVID-19 Task Force, CA Governor Newsom, Congresswoman Speier, Congresswoman Eshoo, Ca. US State Department, Cal-OES, Ca.Surgeon General, Health Officer of San Mateo County, SMC Board of Supervisors, City of Redwood City, City of San Francisco, SF Mayor London Breed, Redwood City Chamber of Commerce, Western Center on Law & Poverty
Latest Numbers
County Cases Deaths
San Mateo 652 21
Santa Clara 1556 50
San Francisco 857 13
Alameda 806 21
Sonoma 145 2
Here’s What’s New
Additional Unemployment Benefits Begin April 12, 2020
Starting Sunday, April 12, 2020, California workers who are receiving unemployment benefits will begin receiving an extra $600 on top of their weekly amount, as part of the new Pandemic Additional Compensation (PAC) initiated by the CARES Act.
Federal CARES Act Information
Unemployment Compensation Fact Sheet and FAQ (pdf)
Table on Unemployment Compensation Timing (pdf)
Cash Assistance Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)
Benefits for Workers Impacted by COVID-19
What benefits are available for workers and who qualifies for them?
www.labor.ca.gov/coronavirus2019/#chart
www.covid19.ca.gov/workers/#top
Know Your Rights: www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/2019-Novel-Coronavirus.htm
Essential Worker Information www.dir.ca.gov/Essential-& NonEssential-Workers.htm
Cal-Osha Worker Safety www.dir.ca.gov/dosh/coronavirus/Healthhtml
San Mateo County 1st Responders www.smchealth.org/main/files/1st Responders
State of CA Resources for Employers & Workers
The Sate of California Workforce and Development Agency website has extensive information and resources for California workers and employers.
www.labor.ca.gov/coronavirus2019/
“Covered California” Health Insurance
If you’re uninsured, Covered California is offering a special enrollment period until April 30, 2020. You may qualify for a free or low-cost health plan. For more information, go to Covered CA.com
Food Resources In San Mateo County
Call 1-800-984-3663
E-mail: FoodConnection@shfb.org
Text: "FOOD" to 408-455-5181
Call Primrose
Provides grocery assistance to families and individuals in need.
Redwood City Veterans Memorial Senior Center
Senior Lunches “To Go” Pick-Up & Delivery
Lunches are available to Seniors (age 60+) Monday-Friday from 11:00- 1:00 Curbside pick-up or delivery to Seniors in Redwood City/Redwood Shores. Reservations are required and can be made up until 9pm the night before by calling (650) 780-7259 For additional information, please Call (650) 780-7270
Redwood City Boys & Girls Club-Providing FREE Evening Meals
The Redwood City Boy & Girls Club will serve anyone who arrives for a “pick up & go” meal. For more information go to www.bgcp.org
Samaritan House
Second Harvest Food Bank
San Mateo County ZoneHaven- Locate Medical & Food Services
Bay Area Schools to Remain Closed for 2019-2020 School Year
smcoe.org/office-of-education/bay-area-campuses-to-stay-closed
Open Spaces To Close On Weekends Starting April 11, 2020
The Midpenninsula Regional Open Space District close several preserves in San Mateo County on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Coral Creek Preserve
- El Corte de Madera Creek Preserve
- La Honda Creek Preserve
- Los Trancos Preserve
- Puglas Ridge Preserve
- Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve
- Ravenswood Preserve
- Russian Ridge Preserve
- Skyline Ridge Preserve
- Teague Hill Preserve
- Thornewood Preserve
The Lone Ridge Preserve and the Windy Hill Preserve will remain completely closed until further notice, officials said.
Resources For Parents Home Schooling Children
Students From Harvard, MIT, UC Berkeley Give Free Tutoring To K-12 Students
medium.com/students-from-harvard-mit-uc-berkeley-give-free-tutoring-to-k-12-students
ST Math
Educational Resources
www.amazingeducationalresources.com
Peninsula Humane Society Pet Food Bank
San Mateo County pet owners facing COVID-19 related financial hardships
can pick-up pet food on Friday’s from 11am-2pm at: 1450 Rollins Rd Burlingame.
Participants MUST CALL PRIOR TO PICK-UP 650-988-8250
State of Ca. & San Mateo County Immigrant Resource Guide
cmo.smcgov.org/sites/cmo.smcgov.org/Immigrant_Resource_Guide_2020-eng.pdf
www.cdph.ca.gov/Immigrant-Communities-Guidance.aspx
Hotels for Health Care Workers
Starting April 10, frontline health care workers who are exposed to or test positive for COVID-19 can find hotel rooms through the CalTravelStore. For more information, go to www.caltravelstore.com/ca-healthcare-workers-lodging or Call 1-877-454-8785
Child Care Programs for Essential Service Workers
sanmateo4cs.org/child-care-for-essential-workers
www.gov.ca.gov-GovNewsom-100-million-child-care-for-essential-workers
Important Landlord & Tenant Update
Court Ruling Halts All Evictions In CA.
drive.google.com/file/d/1VtepjMRBgcxzPM0TL3G81IOtE-IYzNVS/view
Companies Who Are Hiring During COVID-19?
www.samceda.org/who's hiring?-information
State of Ca. Toolkit for Employers, Communities & Organizations
Toolkit includes Public Service Announcements, videos, graphics, flyers and tools to assist in sharing COVID-19 information throughout California.
State-of-CA-Toolkit.covid19.ca.gov
San Mateo County-COVID-19 Testing
Essential Workers & Symptomatic Individuals
COVID-19 testing in San Mateo County remains restricted by the CDC. However, Essential Workers are now eligible for testing, as are individuals who are exhibiting symptoms.
For more Information, Please go to www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing
Transportation to and from Testing Sites are available by calling 650-779-9375
Centers for Disease Control Updated Case Info & Data
Updated Case Info & Data www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/cases-updates
State of California “Staying Healthy While Sheltering In Place”
Stress Relief for Caregivers & Children
covid19.ca.gov-CASurgeon General Stress Relief Caregivers & Kids-Playbook.pdf
Resources for Emotional Support & Wellbeing
covid19.ca.gov/Resources-for-Emotional-Suppot & Well-being
Managing Stress
covid19.ca.gov/Manage-Stress-for-Health
Stay Connected to Your Neighbors
NextDoor www.nextdoor.com
Farm Hill facebook.com/group/Farm Hill Neighbors & facebook.com/page/FarmHill
Edgewood Park www.facebook.com/group/EdgewoodPark
Postponed or Cancelled Regional Events
Farm Hill Neighborhood Assoc. Annual Easter Egg Hunt Cancelled
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Annual Wild West Festival Cancelled
Redwood City 4th of July Parade & Celebration Cancelled
San Mateo County Fair Cancelled
150th Celebration of Golden Gate Park- Virtual Celebration Online
at The “Golden Gate Park 150” website www.GoldenGatePark150.com
Redwood City Religious Services
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church
Father Ulysses Celebrates Daily Mass via “Zoom” at https://us04web.zoom.us/OLMC Mass
10 am Easter Mass in English is us04web.zoom.us/Easter English Mass
Noon Easter Mass in Spanish is us04web.zoom.us/Easter Spanish Mass
St Pius Easter Mass Live Stream 9:30 English 11:30 Spanish https://www.pius.org/stream
The San Francisco ArchDiocese has an extensive list of Parishes streaming Mass. For more information, please go to sfarchdiocese.org/livestreams
Peninsula Covenant Church-PCC
Easter Celebration will be streamed at 8:55, 9:05, 10:00 and 11:00AM.
wearepcc.com/events/easter-online
Regular Gathering Services are streamed 4 times each Sunday.
PCC offers lots of additional information and services on their website. For more information, please go to wearepcc.com
Redeemer Lutheran Church
Redeemer Lutheran Church is Live Streaming Services via Facebook Live at
www.facebook.com/RedeemerRedwoodCity
Redeemer offers a wide variety of services online, everything from podcasts to prayer groups. For more information please go to www.redeemerministries.org/home
Woodside Road United Methodist Church
Worship and other services are being shared via Zoom and via Facebook. To join via Zoom, please e-mail Pastor Katie at katiemgoetz@gmail.com to join in via FaceBook, please go to
https://www.facebook.com/woodsideroadumc/
Redwood Baptist Church
Services are shared via YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChR8ujiXnywTidmju_iP7MA
Congregation Beth Jacob Passover
Congregation Beth Jacob has an extensive webpage dedicated to Passover. bethjacobrwc.org/worship/holidays-festivals/passover Congregation Beth Jacob offers additional virtual programming at bethjacobrwc.org
Chabad Mid-Pen
Rabbi Potash of Chabad MidPen Live Streams classes and services via Facebook Live and “Zoom”. Follow Chabad MidPen on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ChabadMidPen For more information, please go to www.chabadmidpen.com
Here’s What’s Been Covered To Date
State of California “Stay At Home” Order
Physical social distancing is mandatory. Everyone must comply at all times. Outdoor Activities must be within 5 miles from your residence.
Effective Friday, April 3, 2020
Essential businesses operating in San Mateo County must complete, post, and implement Social Distancing Protocols at each business location/branch. Businesses must maximize the number of employees who work from home excepting only those employees who cannot perform their job duties from home, and must scale down operations to their essential component only.
Businesses that supply products needed for people to work from home are no longer essential businesses under the Order, and must cease operations.
Use of playgrounds, dog parks, public picnic areas, and similar recreational areas is prohibited. Use of shared public recreational facilities such as golf courses, tennis and basketball courts, pools, and rock walls is also prohibited. Sports or activities that require use of shared equipment, like frisbees, basketballs, baseballs, and soccer balls, may only be engaged in by members of the same household.
Construction—residential and commercial—is prohibited. Exceptions are made for healthcare facility construction directly related to the COVID-19 response.
Childcare facilities may only provide care to children or dependents of individuals working for Essential Businesses, providing Essential Governmental Functions, or performing Minimum Basic Operations for non-essential businesses.
Individuals may move residences only if it is not possible to wait until the Order expires, such as if a move is already planned or if it is necessary for safety or habitability.
Landscapers and similar service professionals may only provide services necessary to maintain the sanitation, habitability, or operation of residences or businesses, or for safety reasons. They may not provide services that are cosmetic or for general upkeep or maintenance.
Additional State of Ca. Order Information can be found at:
covid19.ca.gov/img/EssentialCriticalInfrastructureWorkers.pdf
covid19.ca.gov/stay-home-except-for-essential-needs/#top
Bay Area Schools Closures
www.smcoe.org/other/covid-19-Schools to Remain Closed
smcoe.org/about/county-office-of-education/press-releases/
www.smcoe.org/other/covid-19-response&resources
https://schools.sfarch.org/important-announcements
San Mateo County Health Officer Orders and Updates
www.smchealth.org/health-officer-statements
www.smchealth.org/April6 home_quarantine_instructions_.pdf
www.smchealth.org April 6 home_isolation_pdf
smcgov.org/April 3 smcgov.org/Health-Recommendation-Cover-The-Face.pdf
www.smchealth.org-March 31-sites/main/files/english.pdf
San Mateo County “Shelter At Home” Frequently Asked Questions
www.smcgov.org/shelter-place-faqs
Clarification of Terms
County officials are using the term “Shelter In Place”. The State’s Order is called” Shelter at Home”. As many of you may know, this term has historically been reserved for use in “Active Shooter” situations or Toxic Spills. It implies that you must remain exactly where you are, until the all clear has been given and it is safe to leave. This is not what the County or Statewide Order mandates. Therefore, we will use the term “Shelter At Home” when referring to the current orders in place.
San Mateo County COVID-19 Non-Emergancy Call Center: Call 211
The San Mateo Call Center answers non-emergency COVID-19 related calls 24/7 in 180 different languages. To reach the call center dial 211
What is an Essential Employee?
covid19.ca.EssentialCriticalInfrastructureWorkers.pdf
Health Care Providers,Pharmacy Employees, Blood Banks
Public Safety: Police ,Fire,Paramedics, CHP, Prison Guards, Media
Infrastructure: Airports, Public Transportation, Truck Drivers, Cal-Trans, Cal-Train
Utilities (PG&E, water, sewer, gas, sanitation, internet/cable) Public Works
Bank, Grocery & Hardware Store Employees
Restaurant Employees: Take Out or Delivery Only
Volunteering: Donating Blood, Providing Essential Goods & Services to others
FEMA Recommends Shopping For Essential Goods One Day Per Week
Essential Trips should be made by ONE family member, if possible.
Essential trips should not be a family/group outing. Please use caution when using gas pumps, ATM & point of sale machines, etc. Do not touch your face/eyes, practice physical social distancing and wash hands immediately, upon returning home.
Remember Social Distancing = Flattening The Curve
List-Stores With Special Hours For Special Needs & Senior Patrons
www.redwoodcity.org/parks-recreation-special-shopping-hours
Outdoor Activities
Outside of essential employment and obtaining essential goods/services for yourself and others (grocery, medical, vet, pharmacy, laundry, bank), outdoor activities like walking your dog, running, riding your bike, in your own neighborhood are allowed. However, You must stay at least 6 feet away from anyone who does not live in your household, at all times.
For more information, please go to https://www.smcgov.org/shelter-place-faqs
Redwood City Parks & Playgrounds
CLOSED All playgrounds, dog parks, pocket parks, Red Morton Skatepark, tennis courts, and all fenced-in recreational amenities, water fountains and park restrooms. Pickup group sports games are not allowed on sports fields or any open areas. Sports requiring people to share a ball/equipment must be limited to people living in the same household. Use of playground equipment at City Parks & Schools are prohibited.
OPEN City park pathways and open spaces will remain at this time. Stulsaft Park is open for dog walking & hiking. Entrances on Silver Hill, Farm Hill, and Foothill are open. The lower Goodwin gate is closed. Park visitors are required to follow Social Distancing. Police can issue citations to anyone in violation of Statewide Orders.
San Mateo County Closes All Parks Effective March 27, 2020
State Parks & Beaches UPDATED April 3, 2020
In an effort to prevent visitation surges and prevent the spread of COVID-19, State Parks has taken the following temporary safety measures to date: closed some parks fully, meaning all vehicular access, trails and restrooms within these parks are closed; closed vehicular access at all parks, including for off-highway vehicles and recreational boats; closed all campgrounds, museums and visitor centers; and cancelled all events. Some parks with vehicular closures remain open for locals provided they practice safe, physical distancing of 6 feet or more and are visiting parks near their primary residences. This is not the time for a road trip to a destination park or beach. A list of closures is available at www.parks.ca.gov/FlattenTheCurve. The list is dynamic and is updated as needed.
Testing COVID-19-Risk Screening & Testing
In collaboration with the California Governor's office, federal, state and local public health authorities, Verily is providing FREE risk screening and COVID-19 testing to people in San Mateo County for more information go to www.projectbaseline.com
Understanding COVID-19 From A Medical Perspective
www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/coronavirus-resource-center
Area Hospitals
CALL AHEAD BEFORE ARRIVING FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS
Medical Emergencies: Cal 911
Kaiser: kp.org
Sequoia Hospital www.dignityhealth.org/bayarea/locations/sequoia/contact-us
Stanfor stanfordhealthcare.org
*VA San Francisco www.sanfrancisco.va.gov
*All patients and visitors to the San Francisco VA Medical Center must check in at Building 200 to complete a health questionnaire before entering. Questionnaire Here.
Veterans Crisis Line www.veteranscrisisline.net
VA Palo Alto www.paloalto.va.gov/index.asp
Blood Banks-Inventories Are Running Dangerously Low!
Red Cross & Stanford Blood Banks need our help! Blood Banks are EXEMPT from the statewide “Stay At Home Order”. Donating blood is an ESSENTIAL to saving lives. For more info about donating blood and/or to make an appointment please go to: Red Cross RedCrossBlood.org or stanfordbloodcenter.org/blood-donation
San Mateo County Temporary Moratorium on Evictions
A temporary moratorium has been placed on all COVID-19 related residential evictions for the non-payment of rent, in all 20 cities and unincorporated areas, in San Mateo County. The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to prohibit landlords from evicting tenants who are unable to pay rent due to the impacts of the COVID-19, through at least May 31, 2020. Tenants will have up to 180 days after the regulation’s end to pay delayed rents. The eviction moratorium is unique, in that board actions are generally restricted to unincorporated lands governed by the county. Paramount to the decision was to prevent exacerbating our homeless epidemic, and the threat to public health evictions would impose while under a statewide “Shelter at Home” order. San Francisco has passed a similar moratorium. The San Mateo City Council passed a moratorium prohibiting evictions on small businesses and nonprofit organizations. For more informatoin, please go to housing.smcgov.org/frequently-asked-questions?
COVID Act Now-Updated National State & County by County COVID-19 Data & Information
COVID Act Now provides updated information, projections, models, and scientific data.
State of California info can be found at CovidActNow.org/US/Ca
San Mateo County Info CovidActNow.org/US/CA/County/SanMateoCounty
Redwood City Business Guides Who’s Is Open For Business?
Open-Essential Businesses
redwoodcitychamber.com/open-essential-businesses
Stores Offering Special Hours For At Risk Community Members
www.redwoodcity.org/parks-recreation-special-shopping-hours
List of Redwood City Restaurants Open For Take Out or Delivery
redwoodcitychamber.com/redwood-city-restaurants-open-for-business/
Peninsula/Silicon Valley Restaurants Offering Pick Up & Delivery
Mental Health Resources
San Mateo County Crisis Hotline 650-579-0350
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line Text “HOME” to 741741 or www.caminar.org
San Mateo County Mental Health Services
www.smchealth.org/bhrs/mhresources
NAMI COVID-19 Information & Resource Guide
www.nami.org/NAMI2020/NAMI-Updates-COVID-19-Updated-Guide-1.pdf
CDC COVID-19-Dealing Daily Stress & Anxiety
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prepare/managing-stress-anxiety.html
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019daily-life-coping/managing-stress-anxiety.html?CDC_
Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19
National Council For Behavioral Health-Coping With COVID-19
www.thenationalcouncil.org/covid19/
RWC Park & Rec. Launches “Keep Busy Redwood City” Website
www.redwoodcity.org/departments/parks-keep-busy-redwood-city
California Department of Motor Vehicles: DMV
DMV Field offices are now closed. All appointments have been cancelled and no appointments are currently available. DMV services remain available online and at kiosks. Real ID requirements have been extended a year. Law enforcement agencies throughout the State are relaxing enforcement on of expired: vehicle registration and driver licenses for 60 days. For more information www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/dmv
Public Transportation
Public Transportation is still in service. Please check with each agency for current service restrictions/changes.
Bart: www.bart.gov
Sam Trans: www.samtrans.com Caltrain will operate on a reduced peak-hour schedule CalTrain: www.caltrain.com
SamTrans: Implements New Boarding Practices
SamTrans has begun rear-door boarding on buses with multiple doors in its fixed route service. For more information go to www.samtrans.com/about/news/SamTrans_Rear-Boarding_Practice
Airports
SFO San Francisco International Airport: www.flysfo.com
SFO Updates www.flysfo.com/important-travel-covid-19-updates
SJC Mineta International Airport www.flysanjose.com
Updates: www.flysanjose.com/coronavirus
Oakland International Airport www.oaklandairport.com
Updates: www.oaklandairport.com/oakland-open-flight info
Sonoma County Airport Charles Shultz sonomacountyairport.org
Centers For Disease Control Travel Information
www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
US State Department Returning Home From Traveling Aboard
US State Dept has announced that ALL American’s wishing to return home from abroad, should do so immediately. For assistance getting back home Contact STEP at: step.state.gov or 888-407-4747 For up to date State Dept Travel Advisories go to: travel.state.gov/content/traveladvisories/ea/travel-advisory-alert-global-level-4
San Mateo County Property Tax Deadline Extended Until May 4th
The deadline to pay Property Taxes in San Mateo County has been extended until May 4, 2020. For more information please go to tax.smcgov.org
Please Note: In Person Payment Centers located in Redwood City, South San Francisco & Half Moon Bay l are closed until further notice. Property Taxes can be paid by:
Mail Using Envelope Enclosed with Property Tax Bill
Automated phone system at (866) 220-0308
Online at: tax.smcgov.org
Drop box located at 555 County Center in Redwood City
State & Federal Income Tax Deadlines Extended until July 15, 2020
The California Franchise Tax Board has extended the due dates for the filing and payment of State income Taxes. The due date for tax payers filing an extension is now Oct 15, 2020 . For more information on State Income taxes go to: www.ftb.ca.gov
The US Treasury has extended the filing and payment date for Federal Income Tax. The news deadline is July 15, 2020. For more information go to: https://www.irs.gov
Income Tax Refunds-Federal & State
Income Tax payers who anticipate receiving an Income Tax Refund are encouraged to file their returns ASAP. Tax Refunds will continue to be processed as usual. You don’t have to leave your house to file your taxes! The IRS offers free filing online at: www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free
Stay Informed: Congressional Representative Updates
Sign-up to receive updates, newsletters and to participate in Telephone Town Halls.
Rep.. Anna Eshoo https://eshoo.house.gov
Rep. Jackie Speier www.speier.house.gov/home
You can sign-up to receive updates from more then one.
Do you have family, friends, or loved ones in another region of the State or County and want to keep updated on the conditions there? Go to www.house.gov/find-your-representative to be directed to the website for the member of Congress representing the region, where you can sign up for updates.
Dept. of Education Suspends Standardized Testing
Defers Student Loan Payments
The Department of Education has waived federally required standardized testing requirements for Elementary-High School students for the 2019-2020 school year. Additionally, college students with federally funded student loans will be allowed to suspend student loan payments for 60 days. Borrowers must call their lender to op-in to this program. Stay tuned: this date is expected to be extended. For more information please go to www.ed.gov/coronavirus?src=feature
Census Forms - Our Community Is “Counting” On Us!
The 2020 Census has begun to arrive! It is essential for every person in Redwood City to be counted. You may have seen the commercial the Redwood City Fire Department currently running on MSNBC. Completing the 2020 Census is one of the most important things you can do to help our community provide the essential services we all depend on. For more information go to: www.census.gov
COVID-19 Related Programs & Financial Resources
What is being to help you and your family during this pandemic?
calmatters.org/california-california-coronavirus-state-federal-proposals-poverty
State Unemployment & Disability Benefits
State Unemployment and/or Disability benefits cover roughly 67% of employees' wages. The 7 day waiting period and other requirements are currently being waived. Applications are being accepted Online ONLY. For more information, go to www.edd.ca.gov/about_edd/coronavirus-2019.htm
www.gov.ca.gov Gov Newsom-Additional-$600 Unemployment-Benefits
Federal Cares Act Supplemental Unemployment Compensation
Cash Assistance Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)
Unemployment Compensation Fact Sheet and FAQ (pdf)
Federal Stimulus Payment Calculator
Stimulus Payments will be issued via direct deposit into the bank account on file with the IRS. If you don't have an account on file, checks will be mailed to the address on your 2018/2019 Federal Tax Return. To calculate the approx. amount of your Stimulus Payment go to: www.washingtonpost.com/coronavirus-stimulus-check-calculator
San Mateo County Temporary Moratorium on Evictions
A temporary moratorium has been placed on all COVID-19 related residential evictions for the non-payment of rent, in all 20 cities and unincorporated areas, in San Mateo County. The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to prohibit landlords from evicting tenants who are unable to pay rent due to the impacts of the COVID-19, through at least May 31, 2020. Tenants will have up to 180 days after the regulation’s end to pay delayed rents. The eviction moratorium is unique, in that board actions are generally restricted to unincorporated lands governed by the county. Paramount to the decision was to prevent exacerbating our homeless epidemic, and the threat to public health evictions would impose while under a statewide “Shelter at Home” order. San Francisco has passed a similar moratorium. The San Mateo City Council passed a moratorium prohibiting evictions on small businesses and nonprofit organizations.housing.smcgov.org/frequently-asked-questions?
Full Text of SMC Moratorium Ordinance Text
Child Care Programs for Essential Service Workers
sanmateo4cs.org/child-care-for-essential-workers
"Covered California" Health Insurance
Special Enrollment Period Now Until April 30, 2020
If you’re uninsured, Covered California is offering a special enrollment period until April 30, 2020. You may qualify for a free or low-cost health plan. For more information, go to
Do you rent? Do you need Rental Assistance?
In response to the tremendous impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, rental assistance has been made available for the months of April & May by the Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County. To apply for assistance call and leave a message at (650) 517-8939. The
City of Redwood City
The City Of Redwood City is offering needs based Renters Assistance. For more information, Call the Fair Oaks Community Center at 650 780-7500
Federal Cares Act Full Final Text
files.taxfoundation.org/20200325223111/FINAL-FINAL-CARES-ACT.pdf
Small Business Cares Act Programs
www.redwoodcity.org/coronavirus-covid-19/business-resources
Nation's 4 Largest BanksSuspend Mortgage Payments
Wells Fargo, US Bank, Citi and JP Morgan Chase have agreed to waive mortgage payments for 90 days, for borrowers affected by the coronavirus. Bank of America has agreed to a 30-day suspension. For more information contact your mortgage lender.
Credit Cards & Utilities-Late Fees Interest & Payment Waivers
The list of service providers who are waving late fees and suspending service interruptions, continues to grow. Banks and credit cards are also working with customers to reduce interest, suspend late fees and offering temporary alternative payment options. Customers impacted by COVID-19 are encouraged to contact their Mortgage Lenders, Service provider, Bank, and/or Credit Card Companies to inquire about available options.
Food Resources In San Mateo County
Call 1-800-984-3663
E-mail: FoodConnection@shfb.org
Text: "FOOD" to 408-455-5181
Call Primrose
Provides grocery assistance to families and individuals in need.
Stanford-Free Meal Map
news.stanford.edustanford-students-map-free-meals-bay-area-schoolchildren
Lunches For Seniors RWC Veterans Memorial Senior Center
The Veterans Memorial Senior Center is providing lunch to Seniors weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please Call (650) 780-7259 to make your reservation and/or hear the daily menu options. Curbside pick-up at:1455 Madison Ave or delivery available within Redwood City. For more Information Call (650) 780-7270
Brown bag lunches For Students
Brown bag lunches are available weekday mornings at Ford, Garfield, and Hoover sites from 10 to12 noon for all children under 18. Meals distributed via a DriveRCEF COVID-19 Family Relief Fund https://www.rcef.org/covid-19-relief
Redwood City Boys & Girls Club-Providing FREE Evening Meals
The Redwood City Boy & Girls Club will serve anyone who arrives for a “pick up & go” meal. For more information go to www.bgcp.org
Assistance for Unsheltered & Unhoused Residents
To date, the City of Redwood City has delivered 20 hand-washing stations to assist residents who are homeless or living in vehicles this week. San Mateo County has moved 87 unhoused residents from the Maple Street Shelter to local hotels in order to comply with the 6 ft social distancing mandate. The Governor has allocated 150 million dollars to assist cities and counties in providing care and services to unsheltered residents. The SMC Sheriff’s Correctional Center has partnered with LifeMoves to provide Food Service for our unhoused residents. With the help of voluntary inmate workers and the food services team, 420 daily meals will be provided, 7 days a week, until a long-term solution can be implemented.
Redwood City Education Foundation COVID-19 Family Relief Fund
https://www.rcef.org/covid-19-relief
San Mateo County Strong-Covid-19 Relief Fund
SMC Strong is providing financial assistance and resources to families, individuals, small business, independent contractors and local non-profits impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. If you need help or want to donate to help others, please call 211 or visit www.smcstrong.org . We are in this together and together, we are #SMCStrong.
A List of Relief Funds for Undocumented Workers in California
legalaidatwork.org/blog/relief-funds/
State of California Volunteer Information & Opportunities
californiavolunteers.ca.gov/get-involved/covid-19
Health professionals, California Health Corps Needs You!
covid19.ca.gov/healthcorps/#top
San Mateo County-Volunteer Survey
www.surveymonkey.com/r/WSXH6PZ
“Covid Assist” Peninsula Covenant Church & VOCA
Vulnerable residents unable to leave their homes to purchase essential items such as food, medicine, etc. “Covid Assist” is a partnership between VOCA and Peninsula Covenant Church. If you or someone you know could benefit from this service or would like to volunteer, please go to: www.Covidassist.org
Mission Asset Fund- Direct Grants & Zero Interest Loans
The Mission Asset Fund is offering direct grants up to $500 and zero interest loans to working families impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Mission Asset is a local Non-Profit Organization working to worked to create a fair financial marketplace for working families, who may not have access to traditional sources of credit/loans for a variety of reasons. For more information or to make a donation, please visit missionassetfund.org or Call 888-274-4808 or Download the “MY MAF “ App on your mobile device
Small Business Resources
SAMCEDA
www.samceda.org/COVID-19-Resource-Links-Business-Updates