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—— February 18, 2022 (4th edition) ——
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American Rescue Plan Provides Expanded Child Tax Credits Up to $3,600 per Child to Delaware County Parents and Caregivers | |
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Council Chair Dr. Monica Taylor joined Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon and child and family advocates to encourage Pennsylvanians to complete a tax return this year in order to receive their full Child Tax Credit benefits.
The American Rescue Plan, which became law in March 2021, provided a third stimulus check and three major tax cuts for working families, including transformational changes to the Child Tax Credit. It increased the maximum credit amount to $3,600 per child for kids ages 0 to 5 and $3,000 per child for kids ages 6 to 17. The economic relief bill also made the Child Tax Credit fully refundable for 2021—meaning even families with $0 in income last year can claim the Child Tax Credit if they have qualifying children.
Between July and December 2021, millions of families received monthly advance payments of the Child Tax Credit. According to Columbia University, these monthly payments helped reduce food insecurity, and families overwhelmingly spent the money on food and other basic needs. Now, those families must file a 2021 tax return in order to receive the rest of their credit. Eligible families that did not receive advance payments can claim the full credit amount when they file a 2021 tax return.
Watch the press conference to learn more.
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Black History Month Virtual Book Readings on Feb. 22 and 24 | |
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County Council is proud to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of African Americans throughout our history, who have helped move our country toward a more equal and just society.
Delaware County is fortunate to have numerous members of our community, schools, organizations, and faith-based groups who work to educate, celebrate, and promote black history and culture through education and the arts.
In honor of Black History Month, please join Council Chair, Dr. Monica Taylor and Councilman Richard Womack for two virtual book readings to be held on February 22 and February 24.
Both readings will be streamed and then available for later viewing on the Delaware County Library Facebook page.
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Dr. Taylor’s reading of Shirley Chisolm's Dared, The Story of the First Black Woman in Congress, will be streamed on the Library Services Facebook page on Feb. 22 at 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. | |
Councilman Richard Womack’s reading of Derrick Barnes' I am Every Good Thing will be streamed on Feb. 24 at 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. | |
COSA Offers Free Registration to Chronic Pain Self-Management Program Developed by Stanford University | |
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It is estimated that one in five people in Delaware County live with chronic pain—pain that impacts every aspect of their daily lives: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
If you or a loved one suffer from chronic pain- help is available.
The County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA), in collaboration with Senior Community Services’ Friendship Circle Senior Center and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, will be providing free access to a powerful Chronic Pain Self-Management Program for Delaware County residents ages 60 and over.
The evidence-based program, developed at Stanford University, provides self-care tools and life skills to help participants deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; teaches exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance, and addresses nutrition, the effective use of medications, and the evaluation of new treatments.
Program participants will meet online via Zoom each Monday, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., for a period of six weeks, from February 28 through April 4, 2022.
Space is limited and registration is required. To register, contact Ellen Williams, Health and Wellness Program Manager, at williamse@co.delaware.pa.us, or call (610) 499-1937.
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Delaware County Board of Elections Meeting: Report on Preparations for the 2022 Primary | |
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The Delaware County Board of Elections will meet on Feb. 22, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in the County Council Room of the County Government Center at 201 W. Front St. in Media.
Jim Allen, Delaware County Director of Elections, will present his report on the preparations for the May 17, 2022 Primary, and the Board will consider administrative items—including changes to the Aston 2, Haverford 2-1, Middletown 4-1 & 4-2, and Upper Providence 1 polling places—and judicial actions related to the upcoming May 17, 2022 Primary, as well as requests for campaign-finance waivers.
The Voter Registration Commission will also meet to transact any business that may lawfully come before it.
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The meeting will be livestreamed on the Delco Votes! website. | |
Our COVID-19 Update: February 16, 2022 | |
Delaware County’s Medical Advisor Lisa O'Mahony, M.D. provides the the most recent Delaware County COVID-19 Task Force Update, addressing recent positive trends regarding Delco positivity rates, case counts, and hospitalizations. | |
Delaware County Council's Statement Regarding Crozer Health | |
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County Council was pleased to be informed that ChristianaCare intends to acquire Crozer Health and related businesses and associated assets.
ChristianaCare has been serving the residents of Northern Delaware, Southeast Pennsylvania, and parts of Maryland and New Jersey for many years and offers high quality medical care and healthcare services.
We are thankful that as part of the acquisition - Crozer, Delaware County Memorial, Springfield, and Taylor hospitals will remain operational and able to meet the healthcare needs of residents across the county.
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Job Opportunities at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility | |
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Delaware County is making rapid progress towards its plan to resume full operational control and management of the George W. Hill Correctional facility in early April of 2022.
Many County job opportunities exist! Open positions span a variety of sectors to support the operations of the facility and include: security personnel, IT personnel, HR/Administrative support, Deputy Wardens, Program coordinators, and more.
The County is seeking candidates interested in public service and law enforcement and who share the County’s goal of creating positive change for people incarcerated, reducing recidivism and assisting individuals have improved chances of being contributing members of our community.
Positions offer competitive employee benefits as well as opportunities for advancement.
Linked below are a number of positions of immediate need:
Note that additional positions at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility will be added to the County website on an ongoing basis on the Delco Jobs page.
To apply, click the "Application Form" at the bottom of each job listing linked above, or submit an "Employment Inquiry Form" via the button below.
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Free High-Volume Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Available 7 Days-a-Week in Delaware County | |
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Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital Campus in Yeadon
The high-volume drive-thru COVID-19 testing facility at Mercy Fitzgerald, operated under the direction of the Health and Human Services’ Increasing Community Access to Testing Team (ICATT), in coordination with the County of Delaware and Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, will remain open through February 28, operating seven days a week, from 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Free PCR testing is available to all individuals.
No health insurance or ID is required, but individuals are asked to wear a mask.
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
600 S. Wycombe Ave., Yeadon, PA 19050
Results are typically provided within 48 hours. Residents who have questions related to the testing site or test results can call 1-800-635-8611.
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Drive-ups are welcome, but pre-registration is encouraged. | |
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