Delegate Shaneka Henson - Newsletter |
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In 2019, Annapolis native Shaneka Henson joined Maryland's House of Delegates succeeding the late former Speaker Michael E. Busch. Learn more about the trial attorney and former Alderwoman who's family values make her a passionate and bright leader.
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Video Credit: Charles Phillips "I am Conquering Mountains" |
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Delegate Shaneka Henson joins Charles Phillips on "I am Conquering Mountains" podcast to discuss how she got her start in the House of Delegates, what policies she's championed and what's up next for her. |
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Resources, Community News & Updates
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NEW--Latest in the Fight Against COVID-19-- The Department of Health announce 12 more clinics offering free COVID-19 boosters, school readiness vaccines Click HERE
The FDA has granted full approval for Pfizer Vaccine for individuals ages 16 and older and full Moderna vaccine for ages 18 and older. Emergency use authorization for both in effect for individuals 6months-17yrs of age. Click HERE for more details.
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health will begin to offer COVID-19 vaccines to children under the age of 5 years starting on Tuesday, June 21st. For more information on COVID-19 vaccines, please visit the Anne Arundel County Department of Health's website HERE.
Maryland Omicron Preparedness/NEW Testing Site-- The state of Maryland has announced new measures to maintain preparedness in light of the new Omicron variant. MDH has added a state-run testing site at Anne Arundel Medical Center, open daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for walk-in PCR tests only. This site only offers PCR testing (no at-home test kits will be provided).
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Monkeypox Outbreak
The Maryland Department of Health has begun to release information and address the Monkeypox outbreak. See our update
on the Maryland's response to the outbreak HERE. For more frequently asked questions about Monkeypox, check out this link HERE.
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Entrepreneurship for Veterans
Want to explore entrepreneurship? Project Opportunity is offering training for spouses of Veterans, Active Duty, and Guard/Reserve Personnel which will teach participants how to write, research and develop a business plan. To sign up for their 8-week cohort program, visit this link HERE for more information.
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Delegate Henson on "I Am Conquering Mountains" Podcast by Charles Phillips
At the end of last month, Delegate Henson was featured on Charles Phillips' "I am Conquering Mountains". Listen to learn more as they discuss the opportunities that Delegate Henson has created for affordable mental health treatment for the youth of Annapolis!
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$20,000 Grant for Businesses for Pandemic Recovery
Small businesses can apply now through August 26, 2022 for a BGE Energizing Small Business Grant. The program assists small businesses with COVID-19 relief and recovery, up to $20,000 and is a multi-year commitment expected to run through at least 2023.
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MyMDCARES "Counselor On Call" Program
Need help navigating life within relationships, school, parenting, work, legal, financial, and other everyday responsibilities? The MyMDCARES program is now available with confidential, in-the-moment support, 24/7 that can help you and dependents with personal or professional issues that could be interfering with work or family issues. Participation is at no-cost to you! Learn more about this program HERE.
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Sandy Point State Park Beach "Plogging"
Want to help protect your local environment while also improving your overall health? Run, jog and walk while picking up litter at the beach at Sandy Point State Park on 8/10 and 8/17 from 8:30am to 9:45am! Find more information about signing up by scanning the QR code provided in the flyer.
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AACPS Walk-In Vaccine Clinics
Anne Arundel County Department of Health will be offering free back to school immunization clinics at area schools.
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AACPS Back-To-School Events
It is time for Back-To-School events and related events in Anne Arundel County! These events will provide parents the opportunity to learn more about the instruction their children are receiving along with the teachers who are providing that instruction for the upcoming school year. See when your Back-To-School events are scheduled HERE.
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15th Annual HBCU Career Marketplace
Sign up for the 15th Annual HBCU Career Marketplace if you are looking to achieve success in corporate America! Students who are a junior or senior with a 3.2 GPA or higher at an HBCU will be able to attend workshops on leadership, learn what to expect after graduating college and how to begin their career effectively. Explore more about this event and its requirements HERE.
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Affordable Connectivity Program
Maxsip Telecom, the provider for the Federal Government's Affordable Connectivity Program, is providing FREE internet and tablets to anyone on government assistance programs like Medicaid. Go to the link HERE to learn more about qualifications and to apply!
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Earn More by Teaching in Maryland
Teachers in Maryland who are National Board Certified earn up to an additional $17,000 under the Blueprint for Maryland's Future policy passed by the General Assembly in 2020, w/ Del. Henson's support. AACPS supports teachers pursuing National Board Certification by funding part of their tuition and MSDE, provides support meetings, and mentorship.
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Welcome Back-Packs
Tyler Heights is partnering with Walk the Walk Foundation to provide students with backpacks filled with school supplies.
Your support helps make sure that students have the materials that they need to get the school year started.
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Free Braids and Cuts for Kids Donations Needed |
Recreating our Maternal Village (RRMV) is hosting a free hair braiding/hair cuts event on August 28th 10am-8pm at the American Legion (1701 Forest Drive) for students in Grades 1st -12th. Sign-up is required for services and donations are needed.
Call 443-694-2723 to sign up or to donate
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Assistive Technology
Loan Program
Like borrowing a library book, residents can borrow a piece of assistive technology and test it out for up to three weeks to see if it works well for them. Help is also provided to find resources to purchase the equipment for long-term use.
View the full catalog of devices HERE
Call AADAD at 410-222-4383
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Moon’s Backpack Give Away
Join Moons Barbershop for their annual back-pack giveaway on Saturday August 20th, at the Boys & Club at Bates Boys & Girls Clun 12pm-3pm.
Children MUST be present to receive a backpack & supplies. Free food, fun and activities for the children will be provided.
For more information call 410-267-9617
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Money for Child Care
Apply for a Child Care Scholarship. Changes to the Child Care Scholarship Program makes more families eligible for assistance and enhances child care scholarship opportunities for working families.
Find more information HERE
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Grants for Child Care Providers, Families Activities & Youth Programs Facilitators
The City of Annapolis, has announced $250,000 available in grant funding for nonprofit organizations or businesses to provide child care and youth programs and/or activities to families in Annapolis. Each applicant is eligible for up to $50,000 per grant cycle (annually). The application portal will close on September 5, 2022.
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Free CDL Training &
Bus Driver Hiring
Get free CDL training and a job guarantee driving students to school. Call 410-757-1295.
AACPS is hiring bus drivers, bus attendants and bus driver substitutes.
Find more info HERE or call 410-222-6965
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Tax-Free Week Coming Soon
Maryland shoppers can take advantage of our state's Shop Maryland Energy Tax Free Weekend and save the 6% sales tax on many qualifying items. Starting August 14th -20th, 2022. Click HERE for more details.
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Student Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit for Tax Year 2022
Maryland residents and Maryland part-year residents who wish to claim the Student Loan Debt Relief Tax Credit can apply now through September 15, 2022.
Click HERE to get started.
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Classic Theatre Classes Available for Sign-Up
The Classic Theatre of Maryland offers a variety of classes for theatre students from fencing, to acting for the camera, to musical theatre. Scholarships are available for students who qualify.
Email HERE to sign your young artist up today
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Maryland Buy Local Challenge
Support Maryland Farms
Show support for your local farms. Shop at your local farms, farm stands, farmers' markets, wineries, grocers and markets that stock genuine local products. Join the #BuyLocalChallenge by showing off your local shopping spree photos on Facebook or Instagram to win a special prize
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Call or Text 988 for Free Support
The new 988 Suicide and Crisis Prevention Lifeline is available nationwide. Anyone in the United States can call or text 988 to talk to mental health counselors and receive confidential and free support 24/7/365.
Anne Arundel County residents can still access the Anne Arundel County Mental Health Agency, Inc. Community Warmline at 410-768-5522.
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Abortion is Still Legal In Maryland
The right to abortion in Maryland remains undisturbed, despite the Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson. Persons in need of support may call 1-800-230-Plan, or call MD-2-1-1 for mental health support.
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Supportive Text Messages for Teens
Keep the teens you know connected this summer with MDYoungMinds. Sign up for free supportive text messages, focused on teen and adolescent concerns.
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Become an Election Judge
Be an election hero serving as an election judge? Most positions pay up to $160-300 per day and if you're a State or contractual employee, you can also earn up to 16 hours of administrative leave per day of service!
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Free Summer Meals Available for Children Ages 2-18
AACPS' is providing free breakfast and lunch to children ages 2 to 18 at sites around the county during the Summer of 2022. There are no income or registration requirements.
Meals must be picked up at entrances to sites (no longer at curbside).
A list of Meal sites can be found HERE
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Become a Summer Meal site for Students
MSDE is seeking partners to provide nutritious meals to MD students this summer! The federally-funded, State-administered Summer Food Service Program reimburses organizations that sponsor meal sites for children & teens in eligible areas.
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Free Tennis for All Ages
If you are interested in learning how to play tennis, all ages are welcome Saturdays and Sundays in July and August at the Truxton Park Tennis Courts.
Saturday and Sunday drop-in lessons for ages 5+ are from 4pm to 5:30pm. Racket and ball are provided.
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Historic Museum Passes Now Available for Free at AACPL
Visit the William Paca House and Garden with an experienced docent leading you through the home and garden of William Paca, a signer of the Declaration of Independence free for a limited time only. Passes can be picked up at Anne Arundel County Public Libraries.
HERE general admission is good for up to 4 individuals
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Improving Your Home with Maryland WholeHome
Maryland homeowners who have emergency repairs in their primary residence that they are unable to address because of the financial impact of COVID-19. May be eligible for up to $10,000 in funds to address any emergency repairs, including mold remediation, asbestos and lead paint removal, no heat or no air, electrical repairs, plumbing and septic repairs, and other structural and maintenance issues.
Click HERE for more details.
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Project Restore Accepting Applications
Businesses opening or expanding into vacant retail and commercial properties may be eligible for Project Restore grants from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development.Project Restore provides two grant opportunities for businesses and will provide $25 million to fill vacant retail and commercial buildings.
Application open on July 7th at noon Click HERE to apply.
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New First Time Home Buyer Programs
DHCD has launched two new loan products to provide higher levels of down payment and closing cost assistance for new homeowners. The new 1st Time Advantage programs offers down payment and closing cost assistance equal to 5% or 4% of the first mortgage.
For more information click here: HERE
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Share the Gift of Mobility
The Maryland Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use program collects gently-used durable medical equipment, sanitizes and repairs each item, and provides them to adults and children with mobility needs - free of charge. If you or a loved one is in need of equipment or has a donation, we encourage you to reach out and give or receive the "Gift of Mobility."
For more information click here: HERE
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Maryland Department of Health Guidance on Families Seeking Baby Formula
Families seeking baby formula are advised to contact your local Women, Infant & Child (WIC) Office for assistance in locating products and or making changes to your WIC food benefits if you are Maryland WIC Participant. To Become a Maryland WIC participant, visit their website HERE, or HERE to find out if you are eligible for benefits. The Women's Caucus of Maryland has also created a real time availability tracker HERE .
For additional recommendations and guidance from the MDH regarding the formula shortage, visit HERE
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Utility Benefits of a Medical Certification Form
If you have a serious medical illness or medical equipment in your home, you may qualify for Medical Certification.The certification will pause the termination of a pending shut-off notice,verify your well-being and provide assistance in the event of a weather-related emergency, along with extra terminations protection.
Click HERE for more information. Apply HERE
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Anne Arundel County Dental Access Program
Does getting access to quality dental care for you and your family seem beyond your reach? You may be eligible to participate in the Anne Arundel Dental Access Program. The program provides meaningful discounts to these needed services. For more information visit HERE
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Virtual Office Hours to meet with Delegate Henson
Every First Wednesday, Delegate Henson will be hosting Virtual Office Hours. If you have an issue you would like to discuss, sign up for your 15 minute meeting HERE.
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COVID-19 Guidance, Masks & Clinics |
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Get Help Finding Jobs & Hiring New Employees
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If you are unable to determine your issue through the FAQs featured on the website, please send my office an email explaining the issues you're facing as well as the following information so that we may present that to our Legislative Liaison:
- Full legal name
- Phone number
- Claim/Claimant ID (if applicable)
Please note that Senator Elfreth, Delegate Jones and I submit the same claims.
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Community Food and Necessity Distributions
Below are some food giveaways scheduled for this week:
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City of Annapolis, Office of Emergency Management, Every Friday 12:00pm-2:00pm, Pip Moyer Recreation center, Every Friday-12-2pm, To be placed on the list, call/e-mail Office of Emergency Management: (410) 216 - 9167; kltisch@annapolis.gov
- St. Luke’s Food, Baby & Senior Pantry at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 1101 Bay Ridge Ave., every Tuesday 11:00am-12:00pm, (food, infant formula, diapers and wipes, adult formula supplement and adult incontinence protection items), bring ID.
- Mills Parole Elementary School, 1 George & Marion Phelps Lane Annapolis, MD, every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month 10:00am-12:00pm.
- Asbury United Methodist Church, 87 West St Annapolis MD, has a food pantry available ever Wed. and Fri. from 9AM - 11AM.
- Heritage Baptist Church, 1740 Forest Drive Annapolis MD, has food giveaway every Tuesday 9:30am-11am (must provide ID and proof of residency)
- First Baptist Church of Annapolis, 31 W. Washington Street, gives away pantry bags and prepared meals every Saturday, 11 am - 1 pm
- Discoveries: the Library at the Mall in Westfield Annapolis Mall, gives away baby/infant supplies and menstrual products every Saturday from 10 am - 12 pm.
- Cornerstone Church: Rotating HACA communities on the second Saturday of each month (May - Bloomsbury, June - Eastport, July - Morris Blum, August - Robinwood). Each giveaway will be 12:30pm 2:30pm.
410-260-2211 to Schedule a Fresh Food Delivery Option.
Information on regularly scheduled pantries can be found at the top of my newsletter by clicking on the link next to "Food Resources in District 30A." Please send an email to Shaneka.Henson@house.state.md.us if you know of a food resource that should be included in this newsletter.
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