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Resource Handbook

A Helpful Guide for Parents in Philadelphia

Introduction www.childrenshealthwatch.org

Table of Contents

Hotlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Renting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Self-Efficiency Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rental Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Home Buying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Homeless Shelters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Homeless Shelters: Women and Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Homeless Shelters: Teenagers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Employment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Employment Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical Schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting a Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GED Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Academic Development Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Teen Education Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Food and Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Childcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Childcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Special Childcare. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mental Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Domestic Violence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Child Abuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Addictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Medical Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reproductive Health Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Child Heath Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dental Health Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Asthma Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . City/Federal Health Centers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Legal Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Law Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Health Law Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Immigrant Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . City Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . City Council Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . City Council Members-at-Large . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . State Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . State Senators by Zip Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . State Representatives by Zip Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Zip Code Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SEPTA Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Extra Notes/Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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www.childrenshealthwatch.org

Mental Health Crises 215-685-6440 (24/7 hotline)

In an emergency, a Mental Health Delegate may be able to send a Mobile Emergency Team or direct the individual to the nearest Crisis Response Center

Women Against Abuse, located here in Philadelphia: has an emergency shelter and services for battered women and children.

Domestic Abuse 866-723-3014 (24 hour hotline) 215-386-7777 (phone)

CBH Non-Emergency Services 1-888-545-2600 (24/7 hotline)

First Call for Help 215-568-3750 (phone)

United Way helpline provides phone numbers for different kinds of help: food, clothing, housing, etc.

Hotlines

Quick Help Resources

Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline 866-723-3014 (hotline)

A hotline providing assistance to victims of domestic violence.

Connected to “Mental Health Crises”, for non-emergency mental health help.


Philabundace Food Help Line 800-319-FOOD (Hotline) www.philabundance.org

Call the hotline if you are in need of food.

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Hotlines

Quick Help Resources (Continued)

Child Support Enforcement Hotline 877-696-6775 (phone)

For single moms looking for help in receiving child support., The US Department of Health and Human Services will send a handbook with advice and contact num-bers.

Information about birth control and sexual health, including emergency contraception, family planning, HIV/AIDS and STD’s.

CHOICE Hotline 215-985-3300 (phone) 800-848-3367 (toll free phone)

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-422-4453 (toll free phone) www.childhelp.org

A hotline that is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for individuals who are experiencing abuse, those who suspect abuse, and for parents who are looking for crisis intervention.


Food Information Hotline 215-223-3989 (phone)

Operated by the Hunger Coalition. Helps find food resources in your neighborhood.

Drug and Alcohol Helpline 800-662-4357 (toll free phone) csat.samhsa.gov

The hotline for the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment.

Food Stamp Hotline 215-430-0556 (phone)

Find out if you qualify for SNAP (food stamps), and to start your application.

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Debt Relief Hotline 800-291-1042 (toll free phone)

For families who are behind with credit card debt (typically over $10,000), relief is available. This national agency will contact a family’s creditors, reduce payments, in-terest and even reduce some of the

Hotlines

Quick Help Resources (Continued)

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Asthma CALL (Child Asthma Link Line) Center 1-866-641-6000 (toll free phone) www.phmc.org/

Community-based telephone center that includes a lot of services for families of children with asthma.

Discount Prescriptions 800-291-1206 (toll free phone)

Individuals can save between 20-40% on their prescription medications. No exams are needed. Medication is shipped to the home.


Housing

Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) 12 South 23rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-684-4000 (phone) www.pha.phila.gov

Renting

Do you need help with paying your rent? Check

out pg. 7 for help!

PHA offers many affordable housing options for people with low-incomes.

Find applications for public housing and housing choice vouchers (Section 8), as well as listings for subsidized apartments.

Housing & Urban Development (HUD) The Wanamaker Building 100 Penn Square East Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-656-0500 (phone) 215-656-3445 (fax) www.hud.gov/rentinglocal

Pennsylvania Affordable Apartment Locator pal.phfa.org

A tool created by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency to help people find affordable housing throughout the state.

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Housing

ACHIEVE-ability 21 South 61st Street Philadelphia, PA 19139 215-748-8800 (phone) 215-748-6969 (fax) www.achieveability.org

Housing Self-Efficiency Programs

Helps low-income and formerly homeless people poverty by offering supportive housing, economic and community strengthening, and teaching responsibility.

Women’s Community Revitalization Project (WCRP) 407 Fairmont Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-627-5550 (phone) 215-627-6766 (fax) www.wcrpphila.com Housing Opportunities: Astrid Zayas, Property Manager 215-229-4020 [email protected] Olga Quintana, Assistant Site

Manager 215-229-4020 [email protected]

WCRP helps low-income women by providing affordable housing options, neighborhood resources, supportive services and by fighting for the economic and social rights of

Kate’s Place 1929 Sansom Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-568-0304 (phone) projecthome.org/services/housing/kates.php

Kate’s Place is a fully renovated apartment building in the Rittenhouse Square Neighborhood, which provides affordable single room housing units. On site housing, educational, employment, health and wellness resources are also available.

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Housing

Friends Rehabilitation Program 704 W. Girard Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-825-8800 (phone) [email protected] friends-frp.com

Housing Self-Efficiency Programs (Continued)

Friends Rehabilitation Program provides affordable rental housing for low-income households, those with special needs, and seniors. On-site support programs are also provided to help individuals gain independence.

The center offers transitional housing and support services to homeless women and their children, while providing them with the tools to gain independence.

Druedling Center/Project Rainbow 413 W. Master Street Philadelphia, PA 19122. 215-769-1830 (phone) www.holyredeemer.com/Main/Public/DruedingCenterProject Rainbow2.aspx

Dignity Housing 5221 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-713-0960 (phone) 215-713-0968 (fax) www.dignityhousing.org Applying for Residency: Patricia Wilson, Intake Associate 215-713-0960, ext. 221 [email protected]

Dignity Housing tries to break the cycle of homelessness through supportive services, affordable subsidized housing and property management supports.

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Project H.O.M.E. 1515 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 877-222-1984 (phone) 215-232-7272 (phone) www.projecthome.org

Project H.O.M.E. offers programs like supportive housing, shelters, the Honickman Learning Center and Comcast Technology Labs, and employment services.


Housing

Rental Assistance/Housing Assistance

Offers emergency rent and mortgage programs for low-income individuals or families.

Emergency Rent/Mortgage Assistance Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs Coalition 1207 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-854-0110 (phone)

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Matching Energy Assistance Fund (MEAF) PECO 2301 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 1-800-774-7040 (phone) www.peco.com/pecores/assistance_prgs/meaf.htm

MEAF is an energy assistance program that enables PECO Energy to assist low-income, customers with bill payment. With MEAF, PECO promises to match the amount that the customer is able to pay.

Cap Rate PECO 2301 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 1-800-774-7040 (phone) www.peco.com/pecores/assistance_prgs/cap_rate.htm

Cap Rate is a discounted rate for low-income customers within the PECO service area. These services are offered to electric and gas customers. The amount of discount is based on the total household income of the customer.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) 1-866-857-7095 (phone) www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/LIHEAP/

LIHEAP helps low income people pay their heating bills through energy assistance grants.

Threatened with a “SHUT OFF” Notice? Contact Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

1-215-972-5170


Need help finding housing? Check out pg. 4 for housing options.

Housing

Tenant Union Representative Network (TURN) 1315 Walnut Street 3rd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-940-3900 (phone) www.rturn.net

Rental Assistance/ Housing Assistance (Continued)

TURN provides counseling for landlord/tenant arguments, rental assistance, social services, information and referral services, and helps empower individuals to have access to decent housing by fighting for tenant and homeless peoples’ rights.

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Philadelphia Fair Housing Commission The Curtis Center 601 Walnut Street Suite 300 South Philadelphia, PA 19106 215-686-3238 (phone) www.phila.gov/fairhousing

The Commission promotes fairness in rental property relationships by protecting tenants from illegal evictions, raise in rents while housing violations exist, violation of leases, etc.

Philadelphia Council for Community Advancement (PCCA) One Penn Center at Suburban Station 1617 JFK Blvd. Suite 1550 Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-567-7803 (phone) www.philapcca.org

PCCA helps empower individuals and families through FREE literacy education, complete housing counseling, money management and budgeting, and other housing-related programs.


Housing

Housing Counseling Program of Intercultural Family Services, Inc. 4225 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-386-1298, press 2 (phone) www.ifsinc.org/housing/housefront.htm

Home Buying

Program that helps and encourages people to become first-time homeowners. Also helps in improving home management skills.

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Housing Association of Delaware Valley (HADV) 1528 Walnut Street Suite 1000 Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-545-6010 (phone) 215-790-9132 (fax) www.hadv.org

HADV helps first-time home owners find affordable, safe housing. They also help home owners with issues regarding credit, mortgage delinquencies, utilities shutoff, etc.

Homestart Program Office of Housing and Community Development 1234 Market Street 17th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-9723 (phone) Home Repairs: 215-448-2160 Weatherization: 215-448-2160 www.phila.gov/ohcd/

Offers fixed homes for sale to low and medium-income families.


Homeless Shelters

Office of Supportive Housing (OSH) Municipal Services Building 1401 JFK Blvd. 10th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-686-6785 (phone)

Homeless Shelters: Women and Children

Office run by the city which helps evaluate and place homeless families into city-funded homeless programs.

A 24-hour Salvation Army emergency housing shelter for women and families. Also provides referrals to other help services in Philadelphia.

Eliza Shirley House 1320 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-568-5111 (phone) Monday-Friday (3PM-7AM); Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays (ALL DAY)

People’s Emergency Center 3902 Spring Garden Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-382-7522 (phone) www.pec-cares.org

PEC provides emergency housing for women and children.

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Appletree Family Center 1430 Cherry Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-7150 (phone) 215-686-7152 (phone) Monday-Friday (7AM-3PM)

An intake center for single women, families and children.


Homeless Shelters

Homeless Shelters: Women and Children (CONTD)

Center which houses single women, and women with children.

A shelter for women who are 18 years or older, who are pregnant or have children. Program uses Biblical teachings to help individuals become independent, through mentoring, GED help, family development activities, employment help, education advancement, etc.

Wayne Hall Sunday Breakfast Association 5200 Wayne Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-844-7116 (phone) www.sundaybreakfast.org

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Covenant House 31 East Armat Street Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-951-5411 (phone) www.covenanthousepa.org

Any youth under the age of 21 who is in need of a place to stay is admitted, via an Open Intake Policy. The shelter is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Mercy Hospice 334 S. 13th Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-545-5153 (phone)

Helps runaway and homeless youth (ages 12-17) who are in need of immediate shelter and care.

Homeless Shelters: Teenagers

Youth Emergency Service 1526 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-787-0152 (phone) ysiphila.org


Utilities

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) 1-866-857-7095 (phone) www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/LIHEAP/

Utilities Assistance

LIHEAP helps low-income people pay their heating bills through energy assistance grants.

Cap Rate is a discounted rate for low-income customers within the PECO service area. These services are offered to electric and gas customers. The amount of discount is based on the total household income of the customer.

Cap Rate PECO 2301 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 1-800-774-7040 (phone) www.peco.com/pecores/assistance_prgs/cap_rate.htm

Matching Energy Assistance Fund (MEAF) PECO 2301 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 1-800-774-7040 (phone) www.peco.com/pecores/assistance_prgs/meaf.htm

MEAF is an energy assistance program that enables PECO Energy to assist low-income, residential customers with bill payment. With MEAF, PECO pledges to match customer contributions.

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Threatened with a “SHUT OFF” Notice? Contact Utility Emergency Services Fund (UESF)

1-215-972-5170 www.uesfacts.org


Utilities

Neighborhood Energy Centers (NEC) Several Locations www.pgworks.com/index.asp?NID=122 (SEE PG. 14-15 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Utilities Assistance (Continued)

Each NEC provides utility payment assistance, education on weatherizing and minor home repairs, like plumbing repairs.

Energy Unit of Community Legal Services (CLS) Several Locations www.clsphila.org (SEE PG. 15 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

CLS provides free legal advice and counsel to clients to help resolve disputes with PECO, PGW and PWD.

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Legal Utility Assistance


Utilities

Utilities - Supplemental Materials

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ACORN Housing

Carroll Park Community Council, Inc.

846 North Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19130

215-765-1221 (N. Philadelphia, West of Broad Street)

5218 Master St. Philadelphia, PA 19131

215-877-1157 (West Philadelphia)

List of Neighborhood Energy Centers in Philadelphia

Congreso De Latinos Unidos, Inc.

Diversified Community Services

216 West Somerset St. Philadelphia, PA 19133

1920 South 20th Street Philadelphia, PA 19145

215—763-8870 (North Philadelphia, Logan, Olney, and Nicetown)

215-336-3511 (South Philadelphia, West of Broad Street)

Frankford Ministries

Friends Neighborhood Guild

Greater Philadelphia Asian Social Service Center

4620 Griscom St. Philadelphia, PA 19123

701 North 8th St. Philadelphia, PA 19123

215-744-2990 (Frankford, Kensington, and Northeast Philadelphia)

215-923-1544 (North Philadelphia, East of Broad Street)

4943 North 5th St. Philadelphia, PA 19120

215-456-0308 (North Central Philadelphia)

Germantown Settlement

5538 Wayne Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19144

215-849-3104 (Northwest Philadelphia)


Utilities

Utilities - Supplemental Materials (CONTD)

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New Kensington CDC

Partnership CDC

2513 Frankford Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19125

215-427-0350 (Frankford, Kensington, and Northeast Philadelphia)

4020 Market St. Philadelphia, PA 19104


List of Neighborhood Energy Centers in Philadelphia (CONTD)

Southwest CDC

United Communities

6328 Paschall Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19142

2029 South 8th St. Philadelphia, PA 19148

215-729-0800 (Southwest Philadelphia)

215-467-8700 (South Philadelphia, East of Broad Street)

We Never Say Never

Community Legal Services Center City Office

4427 Lancaster Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19104

1424 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA 19102


215-981-3700 Monday—Friday (9AM-Noon)

Community Legal Services Law Center North Central

3638 North Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19140

215-227-2400 Monday, Wednesday, Friday (9 AM—NOON)

Energy Unit Community Legal Services in Philadelphia


Employment

Urban League of Philadelphia 121 Broad Street, 9th Floor Philadelphia PA, 19107 215-985-3220 (phone) 215-985-3227 fax www.urbanleaguephila.org/

Employment Preparation

Need help with childcare while working? Check out pg.

33-38 for Childcare Resources!

FREE employment seminars, training programs, access to career center (resume review, mock interviewing, job searching, coaching sessions, etc).

Helps future employees with job preparedness, resume development, job listings and job search workshops.

Career Link Several Locations Philadelphia, PA www.pacareerlink.state.pa.us (SEE PG. 20 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

The Beehive Philadelphia www.thebeehive.org

Website designed to help adults choose a career, complete job applications, strengthen interview skills, and reach employment goals.

Jobs Club Philadelphia Unemployment Project 112 N. Broad St. 11th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 Faith Whitehead, Jobs Developer 215-557-0822 (phone) www.philaup.org/jobs/jobsclub.html

Meet other job seekers while you search for jobs, get your resume reviewed, practice interviewing, and get one-on-one counseling with a Job Developer.

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Employment

The Employment, Advancement, and Retention Network (EARN) Several Locations www.pwdc.org/for-job-seekers/programs-services (SEE PG. 21 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Employment Preparation (Continued)

Do you need to take the GED to apply for a new job?

Check out pgs. 22-23 for places to take GED classes!

For people who receive cash assistance, provides employment and training services to those who are trying to become independent through personalized career guidance and support services.

Community Occupational and Readiness Placement Program (CORRP) 1217 Sansom Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-592-8011 (phone)

CORPP provides employment and life skills training for parents who are on welfare. CDU worker referral required.

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Monster.com Search thousands of jobs on this website, based on location and category. Also, allows job seekers to post resumes online.

CareerBuilder.com Search thousands of jobs, get employment advice and post your resume online.


Metropolitan Career Center (MCC) 100 South Broad Street Suite 830 Philadelphia, PA 19110 215-568-9215 (phone) 215-568-3511 (fax) www.metropolitancareercenter.org

MCC offers a lot of different kinds of programs aimed at helping students learn career-specific skills that are important to succeed in a chosen field. Programs range from job readiness and placement programs to vocational training.

Provides basic and job skills training to students, as well as technical training for new careers.

Employment

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Thompson Institute 3010 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-594-4000 (phone) 800-989-0206 (toll free phone) philadelphia.thompson.edu

Offers complete vocational training for students in different fields.

Technical Schools

Orleans Technical Institute Admissions Department 2770 Red Lion Road Philadelphia, PA 19114 215-728-4700 (phone) www.orleanstech.edu

Offers full or part-time programs with day or evening classes in different technical programs. Also offers financial aid help, job search help, and other supportive services.

District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund Land Title Building 100 S. Broad Street 10th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19110 215-568-2220 (phone) www.1199ctraining.org


Philadelphia Enterprise Center 4548 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19139 215-895-4000 (phone) www.theenterprisecenter.com

Provides access to money, ability to create a business, business education and Economic development opportunities for high-potential minority entrepreneurs.

Empowerment Group 2111 North Front Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-427-9245 (phone) 215-427-0506 (fax) www.empowerment-group.org

Provides workshops and other educational resources for peoples looking to start a business in Philadelphia.

Starting a Business

Employment

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Employment

Career Development - Supplemental Materials

CAO Philadelphia County—HQ

PA CareerLink Nueva Esperanza

1400 Spring Garden St. Philadelphia, PA 19130

215-560-2114

4261 N. 5th Street Philadelphia PA 19140

215-324-0746

List of CareerLink Locations in Philadelphia

PA CareerLink Philadelphia North

PA CareerLink Philadelphia Northeast

990 Spring Garden St. Philadelphia, PA 19123

3210 Red Lion Road Philadelphia PA 19114

215-560-5465 Contact: [email protected]


PA CareerLink Philadelphia Northwest

PA CareerLink Suburban Station

Philadelphia OVR (BBVS and BVRS)

235 W. Chelten Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144

1617 JFK Boulevard Suite 200 Philadelphia PA 19103

267-339-0333 (phone) 215-560-6880 (fax) Contact: [email protected]


444 North 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19123


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Employment

Career Development - Supplemental Materials

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Arbor E&T

EDSI (West)

2701 North Broad Street 4th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19132

215-430-4930

5070 Parkside Avenue Suite 2500 Philadelphia PA 19131

215-473-3630

List of EARN Centers in Philadelphia (updated 02-04-2010)

EDSI (South)

Germantown (EARN Center)

1500 Walnut Street Suite 800 Philadelphia, PA 19102

5538 B Wayne Avenue Philadelphia PA 19144

215-772-0870

215-965-0799

JEVS Human Services

Nueva Esperanza, Inc.

Pathways (EARN Center)

4739 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124

4261 North 5th Street Philadelphia PA 19140

267-350-8500

215-967-9711

926 W. Alleghany Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19133

4261 North 5th Street Philadelphia PA 19140

People for People

215-226-2600

215-235-2340


Education

Community Women’s Education Project 2801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19134 215-426-2200 (phone) [email protected] www.cwep.org

GED and High School Diploma Programs

Runs a lot of different programs, classes and support services for women and their children, including programs for: GED, ESL, Low Literacy Adult Basic Education, Adult Diploma Program, Move-Up (intensive literacy program for welfare clients), employment/job readiness and computer courses.

Many adult classes in Kensington and North Philadelphia, including basic education, GED, and ESL classes.

Community Learning Center 2801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19134 215-426-7940 (phone) www.communitylearningcenter.org

West Park Cultural Center 4021 Parkside Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104 214-473-7810 (phone) Wed. & Thurs.—6:00-7:30 PM www.westparkcultural.org

Community based resource that provides access to art, education and programs for personal development. Provides GED classes, adult basic education tutoring and computer classes.

PathWays PA 215-226-2600 (phone)

Offers Adult Basic Education and GED classes around the year at various sites throughout Philadelphia

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Education

YMCA Adult Education and Technology Centers 125 S. 9th Street Suite 502 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-400-2100 (phone) 215-400-2107 (fax) www.philaymca.org/adult-education-center-wellness

GED and High School Diploma Programs (CONTD)

Serves adults, youth, and families throughout the city by providing quality programs related to reading, English proficiency, employability and technology skills. Offers GED courses, adult basic education courses, workforce development, etc.

CC offers GED classes, as well as the actual GED test. Enrollment for GED classes must be done at the Enrollment Services desk in Bonnell Building on main campus.

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Ready to take the GED? Look on pg. 27 for local GED test-taking sites.

Community College of Philadelphia 1700 Spring Garden St. Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-751-8376 (phone)


Education

Educational Opportunity Center Penn State University One Penn Center at Suburban Station 1617 JFK Boulevard Suite 425 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Eduardo Juarez (Director) 215-246-3505 (phone) www.equity.psu.edu/eocphila/services.asp

General Academic Advancement Programs

FREE services, which include career assessment, financial aid assistance, local college visits, referrals to GED and job-training programs, career planning and college admissions workshops, scholarship search assistance, etc.

Philly Goes to College 215-686-0315 (phone) www.phillygoes2college.com

Great resource on the necessary steps to take to get into college, from 9th grade to adulthood.

Educational Opportunity Center (PENN) West Philadelphia Residents ONLY 220 South 40th Street Suite 260 Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-573-5127 (phone) Christine P. Mahan (Project

Director) - [email protected]

Jacqueline Barnett (Outreach Coordinator) - [email protected]

www.vpul.upenn.edu/aap/eoc/

Provides one-on-one counseling and motivational seminars to help pay for higher education, improve academic skills and understand the college admissions process.

Graduate! Philadelphia The Gallery I—Street Level 9th and Market Streets Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-574-1341 (phone) 215-574-1535 (fax) www.graduatephiladelphia.org

Helps people who have some college credit go back to school by offering counseling and partnerships with other schools.


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Education

School District of Philadelphia Re-Engagement Center 440 N. Broad Street Suite 10137 Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-400-6700 (phone) M-F: 7:00 AM-6:30 PM

Teen Education Development Programs

A resource center to help 16-21 year olds reenroll in high school diploma or GED programs; offers necessary support services and helps youth find the right programs.

Program that empowers young mothers 18-21 years of age with the skills that are necessary to compete in the workforce (GED preparation, money management skills, etc).

Gateway to College Community College of Philadelphia 1700 Spring Garden St. Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-751-8540 (phone) www.ccp.edu/site/gateway

A scholarship program for School District of Philadelphia students, ages 16-20, who have dropped out of school but have a desire to earn a diploma. Unique program which allows students to work towards a diploma and a college degree at the same time.

YES! - Youth Empowerment Services 1231 N. Broad Street 4th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-769-0340 (phone) 215-769-2784 (fax) www.yesphilly.org

A year-round open-entry program which combines art and media with proven counseling methods; GED preparatory courses and job-readiness training also provided.

The Lighthouse 152 W. Lehigh Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-425-7800 ext. 235/236 (phone) Contact: Maribel Santiago


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Education

Philadelphia Futures 230 S. Broad Street. 7th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-790-1666 (phone) 215-790-1888 (fax) www.philadelphiafutures.org

Teen Education Development Programs (CONTD)

Non-profit organization that helps promising urban high school students with the tools that they need to get to college.

Helps to prepare motivated city school-aged children for acceptance and success at top college preparatory schools in the Philadelphia area. Must apply in the fall of 4th grade.

Communities in Schools of Philadelphia (CISP) 2000 Hamilton Street Philadelphia, PA 19130 267-386-4600 (phone) www.cisphl.org

CISP helps kids learn successfully, stay in school, and prepare for life. There are many programs to help disadvantaged, low income, underserved students succeed.

Stepping Stone Scholars 4112 Station Street Unit D Philadelphia, PA 19127 215-508-5150 (phone) 215-508-5151 (fax) www.steppingstonescholars.org

Youth Education Development Programs

E3 Power Program Several Locations Philadelphia, PA www.e3philly.org (SEE PG. 28 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Education, Employment, and Empowerment—E3 Power Centers help out-of-school and disconnected youth (ages 14-21) improve their educational, occupational, employment and life skills.


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District 1199C Training & Upgrading Fund 100 S. Broad Street 10th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19110 215-568-2220 (phone) www.1199ctraining.org

Education

Community College of Philadelphia 1700 Spring Garden St. Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-751-8006 (phone)

Education Development - Supplemental Materials

Temple University 1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-204-8613 (phone)

Benjamin Franklin High School (School District of Philadelphia) 550 N. Broad Street (Corner of Broad & Green St) Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-299-3383 (phone)

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LaSalle University Urban Center 1900 W. Olney Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-951-1187 (phone)

List of GED Test-taking Sites in Philadelphia


Girard Branch 1215 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-763-8870 (phone)

North Broad Branch 1231 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-387-2134 (phone)

West Branch 4111 Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-387-2139 (phone)

List of E3 Power Program Sites in Philadelphia

Logan Branch 5201 Old York Road Philadelphia, PA 19141 267-457-0557 (phone)

SW Branch 2210 South 71st Street Philadelphia, PA 19142 267-299-2500 (phone)

Education Education Development - Supplemental Materials

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Nutrition

Food and Nutrition

Provides information on different food programs to low-income Philadelphians, including SNAP (food stamps) and emergency food resources.

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Food Information Hotline 215-223-3989 (phone)

Helps find food resources in your neighborhood.

Greater Philadelphia Coalition Against Hunger 1725 Fairmount Ave Unit 102 Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-769-0659 (phone) 215-430-0555 (phone for resources) 215-430-0556 (food stamp hotline) www.hungercoalition.org

Philabundace Food Help Line 800-319– 3663 (hotline) www.philabundance.org

Call the hotline if you are in need of food.

Committed to improving people’s health and ending malnutrition by ensuring that everyone has access to affordable, nutritious food and nutrition education. The Food Trust also operates low-cost, fresh food farmer’s markets throughout Philadelphia.

The Food Trust One Penn Center 1617 JFK Blvd. Suite 900 Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-575-0444 (phone) 215-575-0466 (fax) www.thefoodtrust.org (SEE PG. 31 FOR FARMERS’ MARKETS LOCATION LISTING)


Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services (COMPASS) www.humanservices.state.pa.us/compass/

A website that lets people see what social services they are eligible for, like SNAP (food stamps), health care, cash assistance, etc., and apply for them.

WIC is a supplemental food and nutrition education program funded by the government. Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or who have given birth within the past 6 months, and children who are under 5 years of age are eligible.

Women, Infant and Children’s Program (WIC) Several Locations Main Office: 642 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-978-6100 (phone) 800-743-3300 (toll free phone) www.northwic.org (SEE PG. 32 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Nutrition

Food and Nutrition (Continued)

A clinic, run by Penn Law Students, which helps people with Food Stamp issues

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Guild Food Stamp Clinic 42 S. 15th Street 4th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-523-9502 (phone) 215-981-3866 (fax) www.law.upenn.edu/probonoprojects/foodstamp/

Friends Neighborhood Guild 703 North 8th Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-923-1544 (phone) 215-923-2502 (fax) 800-743-3300 (toll free phone) www.friendsguld.net

A settlement house and neighborhood center that serves the needs of the community. Provides emergency food on the third Thursday of the month.


Nutrition

Food and Nutrition - Supplemental Materials

Farmer’s Market Locations in Philadelphia

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Nutrition

Food and Nutrition - Supplemental Materials

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North Philadelphia WIC Office 3141 Germantown Avenue (Corner of Germantown & Sedgley) Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-229-3786 (phone) 215-229-4034 (phone)

Aramingo WIC Office 2401 East Tioga Street Philadelphia, PA 19134 215-533-9597 (phone)

Northeast 8570 Bustleton Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-745-7251 (phone) 215-745-7252 (phone)

Olney/Logan 5751 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19141 215-927-1950 (phone)

WIC Office Locations in Philadelphia

Roxborough Health Center 5830 Henry Ave. Lower Level Philadelphia, PA 19128 215-487-6550 (phone) 215-487-6551 (phone)

Parkwood WIC Office Parkwood Shopping Center 12401 Academy Road Suite 210 Philadelphia, PA 19154 215-632-1795 (phone)

City Health Center #5 1900 North 20th Street Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-765-8481 (phone)

Germantown Mt. Airy Presbyterian Church 13 E. Mt. Pleasant Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-248-1500 (phone)

South Philadelphia 1536 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-463-5571 (phone) 215-463-5579 (phone)

Kensington—Allegheny 1825-31 E. Hilton Street Philadelphia, PA 19134 215-533-9937 (phone)

West Philadelphia 4148 Lancaster Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-222-3244 (phone) 215-222-3268 (phone)

Lehigh 217-33 W. Lehigh Ave. 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-634-8713 (phone) 215-634-8714 (phone)

Mobile Unit 642 North Broad Street Suite 101 Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-236-4743 (phone)

Woodland Avenue Health Center 1741 S. 54th Street Philadelphia, PA 19143 215-726-1142 (phone) 215-726-1143 (phone)


Childcare

Child Care Information Services (CCIS) 1-888-461-5437 (phone) www.philadelphiachildcare.org (SEE PG. 36-37 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Childcare

Call CCIS for help getting a subsidy for childcare!

1-888-461-5437

Helps families find and select childcare services in the area where they live. Offers subsidies to help pay for childcare.

The only nationally accredited child care center in Kensington is dedicated to providing highest quality educational care. Full, part-time and after school care is offered.

CWEP’s KID 2801 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19134 215-426-2200 , ext. 107 (phone) www.cwep.org/kids.asp

Early Head Start 2532 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19132 Contact: Khadijah Muhammad 215-223-5200 ext. 124 (phone)

A child development and family support program for pregnant women living in Philadelphia and families with children less than 3 years old. Provides weekly parent-child interaction in the family’s home, play groups twice a month and information on health and nutrition.

Comprehensive Day Care Programs 1301 Spring Garden Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-400-4270 (phone) www.phila.k12.pa.us/ll/cdcp/day_care.html

Through the school district of Philadelphia, this program serves children from 2 months to 11 years old. Also runs Early Head Start programs.

PG. 33


Childcare

Head Start Pre-Kindergarten 215-400-4270 (phone) www.paheadstart.org

Childcare (Continued)

A comprehensive-preschool program for low-income three, four and five year olds. Children are provided with an appropriate early childhood education, health checkups and treatment, and a nutritious hot meal every day.

A comprehensive, community based human service agency, that includes: Boys and Girls Club, daycare, after school programs, youth development, summer camps, recreation programs, etc..

Caring People Alliance (CPA) Several Locations www.caringpeoplealliance.org (SEE PG. 38 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

YMCA Several Locations www.philaymca.org (SEE PG. 38 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Offers many children and adult programs, including: after school programs, summer camps, child care, literacy programs, weight management help and tutoring.

PG. 34

Child Space, CDI 5517 Greene Street Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-842-3050 (phone) 215-842-3075 (fax) www.childspacecdi.org

Provides childcare, as well as help with childcare subsidies. Also, it serves as an advocacy group for low-paid child care workers.


Childcare

Crisis Care Nurseries and Respite Care Two sites: Baring House (West Phila.)

3401 Baring Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-386-0251 (phone) Sally Watson Center

(Germantown) 5128 Wayne Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-844-6931 (phone) ysiphila.org

Special Childcare

FREE nurseries (age ten and younger) offer short-term care for young children whose parents need a safe place to leave their children temporarily, due to parental illness, job search, housing search, drug treatment, or just to take a break from the stresses of parenting.

A daycare for children with special healthcare needs. Frankie’s World provides skilled nursing care, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy for children who qualify, from infants to 8 year olds. Transportation is also provided for children who need it.

Frankie’s World 1011 Poplar Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-763-0151 (phone) www.frankiesworlddaycare.com

PG. 35


Childcare

The Wallace Building 642 North Broad Street 6th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-763-0100 (phone) 215-763-1995 (fax)

Childcare Supplemental Materials

Hours: Mon-Thurs: 8:00 AM—6:00 PM Fri: 8:00 AM—5:00 PM Zip Codes: 19121, 19122, 19123, 19125, 19130, 19132, 19133

Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs: 8:00 AM—6:oo PM Tues: 8:00 AM—8:00 PM Fri: 8:00 AM—5:00 PM Zip Codes: 19111, 19114, 19115, 19116, 19120, 19124, 19134, 19135, 19136, 19137, 19149, 19152, 19154

1926 Grant Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19115 215-333-1560 (phone) 215-333-1472 (fax)

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CCIS Locations in Philadelphia

North Philadelphia

Northeast Philadelphia

The subsidized childcare program helps low-income families pay their child care fees through funds from the state and federal government. CCIS pays a part of your childcare cost, and you pay the other part.

The guidelines to qualify: You must live in Pennsylvania Have a child or children who need child

care while you work or attend an education program Meet income guidelines for your family

size Work 20 or more hours a week - or Work 10 hours and go to school or train

for 10 hours a week

Have a promise of a job that will start

within 30 days of your application for subsidized child care

Teen parents must attend an education program

The child who needs care must be a citizen of the United States or an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residency

Have proof of identification for each


6350 Greene Street Ground Floor Office Suite Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-842-4820 (phone) 215-842-4826 (fax)

Hours: Mon, Wed: 8:30 PM—7:00 PM Tues, Thurs, Fri: 8:30 AM—5:00 PM Zip Codes: 19118, 19119, 19126, 19127, 19128, 19129, 19138, 19140, 19141, 19144, 19150

Northwest Philadelphia

Childcare

McGee Building 1500 South Columbus Blvd. Second Floor Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-271-0433 (phone) 215-271-0570 (fax)


Hours: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 8:00 AM—6:00 PM Wed: 8:00 AM—7:30 PM Zip Codes: 19102, 19103, 19107, 19112, 19145, 19146, 19147, 19148

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CCIS Locations in Philadelphia

South/Center City Philadelphia

5548 Chestnut Street 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19139 215-382-4762 (phone) 215-382-1199 (fax)

Hours: Mon—Fri: 8:00 AM—6:00 PM Zip Codes: 19104, 19131, 19139, 19142, 19143, 19151, 19153

West/Southwest Philadelphia


West Philadelphia Community Center 3512 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-386-4075 (phone)

Fels South Philadelphia Community Center 2407 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19148 215-218-0800 (phone)

Childcare

R.W. Brown Community Center 1701 North 8th Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-763-0900 (phone)


Caring People Alliance Locations in Philadelphia

Northeast Family YMCA 11088 Knights Road Philadelphia, PA 19154 215-632-0100 (phone) 215-632-1484 (fax)

YMCA Adult Education Center 125 S. 9th Street Suite 502 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-400-2100 (phone) 215-400-2107 (fax)

YMCA Locations in Philadelphia

Columbia North YMCA 1400 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-235-6440 (phone) 215-235-1213 (fax)

West Philadelphia Branch YMCA 5120 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19139 215-476-2700 (phone) 215-476-1361 (fax)

Christian Street YMCA 1724 Christian Street Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-735-5800 (phone) 215-735-2649 (fax)

Roxborough YMCA 7201 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19128 215-482-3900 (phone) 215-482-3361 (fax)

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Mental Health

Community Behavioral Health (CBH) 801 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-413-3100 (phone) www.dbhmrs.org

Mental Health Services

CBH is the city-operated health maintenance organization for people who need mental health care. Medical Assistance patients must call the phone number listed for a referral.

A community-based program which offers outpatient psychiatric and community services to ethnically and/or culturally diverse families.

Office of Mental Health (OMH) 1101 Market Street 7th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-685-5400 (phone) www.dbhmrs.org/office-of-mental-health-omh

Children’s Crisis Treatment Center 417 N. 8th Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-496-0707 (phone) www.cctckids.org

Center that provides high quality mental health services to needy children and their families. Programs include outpatient mental health services, post-traumatic assistance, family services and wraparound services.

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Children’s Crisis Treatment Center 1823 Callowhill Street Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-496-0707 (phone) www.cctckids.org

Provides outpatient mental health services for children 2-13 who have been sexually or physically abused, neglected, or who have witnessed extreme violence.


Friends Hospital 4641 Roosevelt Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-831-4600 (phone) www.friendshospitalonline.org

Provides complete evaluation, assessment and referral services for children 5-18 years old who are experiencing behavioral health crisis. Also provides inpatient treatment and treats eating disorders.

Mental Health

Behavioral Health System Initiative (BHSI) 123 South Broad Street 23rd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19109 215-546-0300 (phone) www.pmhcc.org/PMHCC/Home.nsf/All/BHSI

Mental Health Services (Continued)

A city-funded agency that helps people with substance abuse who don’t have health insurance.

PIN helps caregivers/parents of children with emotional and behavioral disorders. Provides information and helps parents find services to help their children.

Parents Involved Network (PIN) 1211 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-751-1800 ext. 513 (phone) mhasp.org

Center for Grieving Children, Teens, Families 1139 E. Luzerne Street Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-744-4025 (phone) www.grievingchildren.org

Helps to support children and parents grieving the death of a loved one.


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Mental Health

Best Behavioral Health 5043 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-744-4343 (phone) www.bbhinc.org

Mental Health Services (Continued)

A community-based program which offers outpatient psychiatric and community services to ethnically and/or culturally diverse families.

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Domestic Violence

Women Against Abuse P.O. Box 13758 Philadelphia, PA 19101 866-723-3014 (24 Hour Hotline) 215-386-7777 (phone) www.womenagainstabuse.org

Domestic Violence Help

Provides an emergency shelter for abused women and their children, as well as long-term housing for families who are homeless because of domestic violence.

Offers a Bilingual Domestic Violence Program, which offers individual and group counseling for survivors of domestic violence. Also offers transitional housing.

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Women in Transition, Inc. 21 S. 12th Street 6th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-751-1111 (24 Hour Hotline) www.helpwomen.org

An early intervention and prevention agency which helps women to be able to point out early on domestic violence or substance abuse in their lives and make long-lasting changes for themselves and their children. Also has a self-defense program (WAVE)

Lutheran Settlement House 1340 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19125 215-426-8610 (phone) 215-426-0581 (fax) www.lutheransettlement.org

Latina Domestic Violence Program Congreso 216 West Somerset Street Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-763-8870 (phone) www.congreso.net/services

A program offered through Congreso that offers support and help to those who have experienced domestic Violence, by using counseling, prevention education, etc.


Laurel House provides a shelter for women and children to go to when escaping domestic violence. Also offers more long-term housing and helps families gain independence.

Laurel House P.O. Box 764 Norristown, PA 19404 1-800-642-3150 (toll free) 215-643-3150 (phone) www.laurel-house.org

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence Help (Continued)

Helps survivors of sexual assault and abuse by providing counseling, long-term therapy, and advocacy.

Women Organized Against Rape (WOAR) One Penn Center 1617 JFK Blvd. Suite 1100 Philadelphia. PA 19103 215-985-3333 (24 Hour Hotline) www.woar.org

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Child Abuse

Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-4-A-CHILD www.childhelp.org

Child Abuse Help

A hotline that is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for individuals who are experiencing abuse, those who suspect abuse, and for parents who are looking for crisis intervention.

Provides outpatient mental health services for children 2-13 who have been sexually or physically abused, neglected, or who have witnessed extreme violence.

Children’s Crisis Treatment Center 1823 Callowhill Street Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-496-0707 (phone) www.cctckids.org

Coordinates child sexual abuse investigations among Philadelphia public agencies. Also provides support for children and caretakers.

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Philadelphia Children’s Alliance 4000 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-387-9500 (phone) www.philachildrensalliance.org


Addictions

Gaudenzia, Inc. Several Locations Corporate Location: 106 W. Main Street Norristown, PA 19401 610-239-9600 (phone) www.gaudenzia.org (SEE PG. 46 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Addictions Recovery

A 6-9 month substance abuse treatment program adults, homeless women and children.

The hotline for the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment.

Drug and Alcohol Helpline 800-662-4357 (toll free phone) csat.samhsa.gov

Support group for clean addicts and active users.

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) 215-NA-WORKS (phone) www.naworks.org

Alcoholics Anonymous 215-923-7900 (phone) www.sepennaa.org/philadelphia

A group of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem of addiction to alcohol and help others to recover from alcoholism.

Behavioral Health System Initiative (BHSI) 123 South Broad Street 23rd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19109 215-546-0300 (phone) www.pmhcc.org/PMHCC/Home.nsf/All/BHSI

A city-funded agency that helps people with Medicaid or those without health insurance, with substance abuse prevention, intervention and treatment services.


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Nar-Anon 800-678-4989 (toll free phone) www.naranon.com

A support group for families of addicts.

Addictions Addictions Recovery (Continued)

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Addictions Recovery Supplemental Materials

Gaudenzia, Inc. Locations in Philadelphia

5401 Wayne Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-438-5082 (phone)

1306 Spring Garden Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-238-2150 (phone)

1516 Washington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-985-1200 (phone)

2331 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19132 215-235-5200 (phone)

2751 N. 5th Street Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-423-6766 (phone)

39 E. School House Lane Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-849-7200 (phone)

701 N. 63rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19151 215-477-0063 (phone)

1300 E. Tulpehocken Street Philadelphia, PA 19138 215-924-6322 (phone)

1828 W. Tioga Street Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-228-0644 (phone)

3025 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19132 215-223-9460 (phone)

Healthcare

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Access to Social Services (COMPASS) www.humanservices.state.pa.us/compass/

Medical Insurance

A website that lets people see what social services they are eligible for, such as SNAP (food stamps) Medical Assistance, Cash Assistance, etc.

Medical insurance for welfare recipients, as well as other low-income people. Verification process includes: birth certificate, social security card, proof of income for last 30 days, proof of residence (utility bill), ID of person applying, and last 3 months of medical bills.

Medical Assistance (Access Card). www.dpw.state.pa.us/servicesprograms/medicalassis-tance/003670311.htm

Any resident can access medical and dental care at one of these city-funded health centers. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are accepted as emergencies are presented and if time is available.

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Community Health Centers Several Locations bphc.hrsa.gov/about/ (SEE PG. 51-55 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Any resident can access medical and dental care at one of these federally-funded health centers.

City Health Centers in Philadelphia Several Locations www.phila.gov/health/AmbulatoryHealth/ (SEE PG. 51-55 FOR LOCATION LISTING)


Healthcare

Adult Basic 800-GO-BASIC (toll Free phone) www.ins.state.pa.us

Medical Insurance (Continued)

Helping 19-64 year olds who have no health insurance, but who meet certain eligibility requirements, gain access to affordable basic healthcare.

Offers free and confidential family planning and women’s health services for eligible women in PA.

SelectPlan for Women 800-842-2020 (toll free phone) www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/MedicalAssistance/SelectPlanforWomen/

The city’s main clinic for treatment of STDs. Also provides FREE confidential/anonymous HIV testing, adult flu vaccinations and family planning services

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Planned Parenthood Several Locations Philadelphia, PA 800-230-7526 (Call or use website to find locations)

Provides reproductive health services, sexual health education and other reproductive health services.

Health Center #1 500 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-685-6570 (phone)

Reproductive Health Services


Public Citizens for Children and Youth (PCCY) Hotline 1709 Ben. Franklin Parkway 6th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-563-5848 (phone) 215-563-9442 (fax) www.pccy.org

Child Health Services - General

Child Health Watch Helpline is a free service to assist parents in finding health insurance for children, solving problems with existing coverage, or answering questions about public health insurance for children.

Free or low-cost health insurance for uninsured children under 19 years of age.

Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) 800-986-KIDS (phone) www.chipcoverspakids.com

Provides information about low or no-cost health care services for middle and low-income families including prenatal care, Medicaid, CHIP, etc.

Healthy Kids Hotline 800-986-KIDS (toll free phone)

Healthcare

Provides information, counseling, education, and referrals to free or low cost reproductive health services, including pregnancy options and testing, ECP, birth control, and STI and HIV testing and information.

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CHOICE Several Locations—Call for Locations Administrative Office: 1233 Locust Street Suite 301 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-985-3300 (toll free hotline) www.choice-phila.org www.wheretofind.org

Reproductive Health Services (Continued)


Healthcare

FREE or Discounted Dental Services Several Locations (SEE PG. 56-60 FOR LOCATION LISTING)

Listing of free dental services for children and adults, throughout the city.

Dental Health Services

Asthma Services

Asthma CALL (Child Asthma Link Line) Center 1-866-641-6000 (toll free phone) www.phmc.org/

Community-based telephone center that includes a wide range of services for families of children with asthma.

CAPP: Community Asthma Prevention Program 3535 Market Street Suite 1018 Philadelphia, PA 19 215-590-5261 (phone) www.chop.edu/capp

Allergy and Asthma Network—Mothers of Asthmatics www.aanma.org

Offers free asthma classes and home asthma interventions. Targeted towards West and North Philadelphia residents.

Non-profit organization aimed at ending the suffering caused by asthma. Visit the website for information on dealing with asthma, and other asthma resources.

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Healthcare

Abbottsford Falls Family Practice and Counseling 4700 Wissahickon Ave. Suite 119 Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-843-9720 (phone)

Healthcare Supplemental Materials

Cooke Family Health Center 1300 West Loudon Street Philadelphia, PA 19120 215-457-6902 (phone)

Frankford Avenue Health Center 4500-4515 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-744-1302 (phone)

Hunting Park Health Center 1999 West Hunting Park Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-228-9300 (phone)

Parkview OB-Gyn 1331 E. Wyoming Avenue Suite 2160 Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-537-7695 (phone)

Rising Sun Health Center 500 Adams Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19120 215-279-9666 (phone)

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Covenant House Health Services 251 East Bringhurst Street Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-844-1020 (phone)

City & Community Health Centers in Philadelphia

North Philadelphia

Health Center 9 131 E. Chelten Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-685-5701 (phone)


Healthcare

Broad Street Health Center 1415 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-235-7944 (phone)


Eleventh Street Health Services at Drexel University 800 North 11th Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-769-1100 (phone)

Esperanza Health Center 2490 North 5th Street Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-221-6633 (phone)

Finley Family Health Center 2813 West Diamond Street Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-763-4445 (phone)

Fairmount Primary Care Center 1412 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-235-9600 (phone)

Health Center #5 1920 North 20th Street Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-685-2933 (phone)

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Esperanza Health Center 3156 Kensington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19134 215-831-1100 (phone)


Lower/Central North Philadelphia

Health Center #6 321 West Girard Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-685-3803 (phone)

Maria de los Santos Health Center 455 West Allegheny Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-291-2500 (phone)

Mary Howard Health Center 125 South 9th Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-592-4500 (phone)


Healthcare

Meade Family Health Center 18th and Oxford Streets Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-765-9501 (phone)


PHMC Health Connection 1035 West Berks Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-765-6690 (phone)

Strawberry Mansion Health Center 2840 Dauphin Street Philadelphia, PA 19132 215-685-2400 (phone)

Vaux Family Health Center 2300 West Master Street Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-236-8289 (phone)

Health Center #10 2230 Cottman Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19149 215-685-0639 (phone)

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QCHC Family Health Center 2501 West Lehigh Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19132 215-227-0300 (phone)


Lower/Central North Philadelphia

Northeast Philadelphia


Healthcare

Chinatown Medical Sciences 930 Washington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-627-8000 (phone)


4th Street Medical 1401 South 4th Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-339-1079 (phone)


Wilson Park Medical Center 2520 Snyder Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145 215-755-3177 (phone)

Southeast Health Center 800 Washington Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-339-5100 (phone)

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Health Center #1 500 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-685-6570 (phone) (FOR STD & HIV TREATMENT, AND FAMILY PLANNING ONLY)


South Philadelphia

Haddington Health Center 5619 Vine Street Philadelphia, PA 19139 215-471-2761 (phone)

The Health Annex 6120 Woodland Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19142 215-727-4721 (phone)

West-Southwest Philadelphia


Healthcare

Health Center #3 555 South 43rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-685-7504 (phone)


Health Center #4 4400 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-685-7601 (phone)

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West-Southwest Philadelphia


Healthcare

University of Pennsylvania Pediatric Dental Clinic 240 South 40th Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-898-8979 (phone)


ACCEPTS: All Medical Assistance ALL CHIP Discounted Services

ACCEPTS: All Medical Assistance NO CHIP FREE Services


Kids Smiles II 5828 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19139 215-747-6901 (phone)

Temple University Pediatric Dental Clinic 3223 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-707-2863 (phone)

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Dental Services in Philadelphia

Pediatric Dentists


Kids Smiles 2821 Island Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19153 215-492-9291 (phone)


Ronald McDonald Care Mobile 3601 A Street Philadelphia, PA 19134 215-427-8877 (phone)


Healthcare

Health Center #3 555 South 43rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19143 215-685-7506 (phone)


ACCEPTS: All Medical Assistance ALL CHIP FREE Services



Health Center #5 1900 North 20th Street Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-685-2938 (phone)

Vaux Family Health Center 2300 Master Street Philadelphia, PA 19121 215-236-8289 (phone)

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General Dentists


Health Center #6 321 W. Girard Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-685-3815 (phone)


Health Center #4 4400 Haverford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-685-7605 (phone)


Healthcare

11th Street Family Health Services 850 North 11th Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-769-1594 (phone)


ACCEPTS: All Medical Assistance All CHIP Discounted Services


ACCEPTS: NO Medical Assistance NO CHIP FREE Services

The Community College of Philadelphia, Dental Hygiene Clinic 18th and Spring Garden St. Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-751-8625 (phone)

Quality Community Health Center 2501 Lehigh Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19132 215-227-0300 (phone)

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General Dentists


Gentle Dental 2656 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19133

ACCEPTS: All Medical Assistance AT CHIP only Discounted Services

Fairmount Primary Care Center 1412-1422 Fairmount Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-751-8625 (phone)


Healthcare

Maria de los Santos Health Center 452 W. Alleghany Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-291-2509 (phone)




ACCEPTS: All Medical Asssitance ALL CHIP FREE Services

Health Center #9 131 East Chelten Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-685-5738 (phone)


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General Dentists

ACCEPTS: All Medical Assistance All CHIP FREE Services

Gentle Dental 1507 W. Passyunk Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145 215-468-0220 (phone)


Gentle Dental 1335 W. Tabor Road Suite 150 Philadelphia, PA 19141 215-548-8080 (phone)


Healthcare

Absolute Smiles 6722 Bustleton Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19149 215-331-7585 (phone)


ACCEPTS: HP & KM Medical Assistance AT CHIP Discounted Services

ACCEPTS: All Medical Assistance All CHIP FREE Services


A-1 Family Dental Care P.C. 8355 Loretto Avenue Suite 104 Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-342-5750 (phone)

A-1 Family Dental Care P.C. 8539 Bustleton Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-342-5750 (phone)

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General Dentists


District Health Center #10 2230 Cottman Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19149 215-685-0608 (phone)


Legal Services

Community Legal Services 1424 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-981-3700 (phone) 3638 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19140 215-227-2400 (phone) www.clsphila.org

Legal Help

FREE legal services for low-income people, including immigrants and the homeless.

Provides free civil legal services to Philadelphia’s low-income community.

Philadelphia Legal Assistance 42 South 15th Street Suite 500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-981-3800 (phone) philalegal.com

Legal telephone counseling service for many issues involving women’s rights, such as violence, child custody, child support, separation, divorce, and employment issues.

Temple Legal Aid 1719 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 191 215-204-1800 (phone) www.law.temple.edu

Provides free legal services to low income people.

Women’s Law Project 125 South 9th Street Suite 300 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-928-9801 (phone) www.womenslawproject.org


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Legal Services

PALawHELP palawhelp.org

Legal Help (Continued)

An online only resource guide for legal information and free or low-cost civil legal services for low-income people.

Clinic that specializes in Protection from Abuse (PFA) issues and the legal questions related to that.

Women Against Abuse, Legal Clinic 100 South Broad Street Suite 1341 Philadelphia, PA 19110 1-866-723-3014 (toll free) 215-238-8070 (phone) www.womenagainstabuse.org

Dedicated to helping low income people gain access to quality health care. Also helps with the Medical Assistance process, eligibility and complaints.

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Disabilities Rights Network 1315 Walnut Street Suite 400 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-238-8070 (phone) drnpa.org

Provides free legal services to people with developmental disabilities, especially disability-based discrimination.

PA Health Law Project 437 Chestnut Street Suite 900 Philadelphia, PA 19106 1-800-274-3258 www.phlp.org

Legal Help: Health and Disabilities


Legal Services

Legal Clinic for the Disabled Children’s Health Initiative 1513 Race Street Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-587-3350 (phone) 215-587-3166 (fax) www.legalclinicforthedisabled.org

Provides FREE legal services on a variety of issues, including Medical Assistance. Helps low-income families of children with disabilities resolve health care coverage issues.

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Legal Help: Health and Disabilities (Continued)


Immigrant Services

Council of Spanish Speaking Organizations (CONCILIO) 705 N. Franklin Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-627-3100 (phone) elconcilio.net

Immigrant Services

Provides many different services for Spanish/bilingual people, including: summer camps, foster care, parenting skills, adult education/GED, housing counseling, etc.

Assists with social services, ESL, protecting legal rights of immigrants/refugees, eliminating barriers caused by language and cultural differences, and assistance with the immigration and naturalization process.

Nationalities Service Center 1216 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-893-8400 (phone) www.nationalitiesservice.org

Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians 1617 JFK Blvd. 13th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-557-2626 (phone) www.welcomingcenter.org

Serves immigrants and refugees in the Philadelphia area with job placement and employment assistance, social service information and referral, free monthly legal clinics, and advice and resources for small business owners.

Intercultural Family Services, Inc. 4225 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 215-386-1298 (phone) www.ifsinc.org

Helps immigrant children and families with ESL, housing counseling, SCOH services, etc.

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City Council

Councilman Frank DiCicco District 1 City Hall, Room 332 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3458 (phone) 215-686-3459 (phone) 215-686-1931 (fax)

Philadelphia City Council

Council President Anna Verna District 2 City Hall, Room 405 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3412 (phone) 215-686-3413 (phone) 215-686-1932 (fax)

Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr. District 4 City Hall, Room 404 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3416 (phone) 215-686-3417 (phone) 215-686-1934 (fax)

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Councilman Darrell Clarke District 5 City Hall, Room 484 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3442 (phone) 215-686-3443 (phone) 215-686-1901 (fax)

Councilwoman Joan L. Krajewski District 6 City Hall, Room 591 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3444 (phone) 215-686-3445 (phone) 215-686-1935 (fax)

Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell District 3 City Hall, Room 408 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3418 (phone) 215-686-3419 (phone) 215-686-1933 (fax)

Check the map on pg. 66 to find out which district you live in.


Councilwoman Maria D. Quiñones-Sánchez District 7 City Hall, Room 592 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3448 (phone) 215-686-3449 (phone) 215-686-1936 (fax)

Councilwoman Donna Miller District 8 City Hall, Room 312 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3424 (phone) 215-686-3425 (phone) 215-686-1937 (fax)

City Council

Councilwoman Marian B. Tasco District 9 City Hall, Room 577 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3454 (phone) 215-686-3455 (phone) 215-686-1938 (fax)

Philadelphia City Council (Continued)

Councilwoman Brian J. O’Neill District 10 City Hall, Room 562 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3422 (phone) 215-686-3423 (phone) 215-686-1939 (fax)

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Map of Philadelphia, divided by City Council Districts


Councilman W. Wilson Goode, Jr. City Hall, Room 316 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3414 (phone) 215-686-3415 (phone) 215-686-1928 (fax)

Councilman William K. Greenlee City Hall, Room 580 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3446 (phone) 215-686-3447 (phone) 215-686-1927 (fax)

City Council

Councilman Bill Green City Hall, Room 599 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3420 (phone) 215-686-3421 (phone) 215-686-1930 (fax)

Philadelphia City Council Members-At-Large

Councilman Jack Kelly City Hall, Room 594 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3452 (phone) 215-686-3453 (phone) 215-686-1925 (fax)

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Councilman James Kenney City Hall, Room 330 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3450 (phone) 215-686-3451 (phone) 215-686-2013 (fax)

Councilman Blondell Reynolds Brown City Hall, Room 581 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3438 (phone) 215-686-3439 (phone) 215-686-1926 (fax)

Councilman Frank Rizzo, Jr. City Hall, Room 582 Philadelphia, PA 19107 215-686-3440 (phone) 215-686-1929 (fax)


State Government

State Senators and Representatives by Zip Code

Senators

Christine M. Tartaglione District 2 1061 Bridge Street Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-533-0440 (phone) 215-560-2627 (fax) [email protected]

Shirley M. Kitchen District 3 1701 West Lehigh Ave. Suite 104 Philadelphia, PA 19132 215-227-6161 (phone) [email protected]

Leanna M. Washington District 4 1555-D Wadsworth Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19150 215-242-0472 (phone) 215-753-4538 (fax) [email protected]

Lawrence M. Farnese District 1 1802 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19145 215-952-3121 (phone) [email protected]

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19132 19133 19140 19141

19120 19122 19124 19133 19134

19135 19136 19140 19149

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19132 19133 19140 19141 19144

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Zip Codes

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Michael J. Stack District 5 12361 Academy Road Philadelphia, PA 19154 215-281-2359 (phone) [email protected]

State Government


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Vincent J. Hughes District 7 4950 Parkside Avenue Suite 300 Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-879-7777 (phone) [email protected]

Anthony H. Williams District 8 6630 Lindbergh Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19142 215-482-2980 (phone) [email protected]

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Senators Zip Codes


House Representatives

Lawrence H. Curry District 154 1 Jenkintown Station, Ste. 211 115 West Avenue Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-572-5210 (phone) 215-517-1423 (fax)

State Government


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Dennis O’Brien District 169 9811 Academy Road, Lower Level Philadelphia, PA 19114 215-632-5150 (phone) [email protected]

Brendan F. Boyle District 170 7215 B Rising Sun Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19111 215-342-1700 (phone) 215-342-2120 (fax)

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19136

19154

19154

John M. Perzel District 172 7518 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19136 215-331-2600 (phone) 215-708-3135 (fax)

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19154

Zip Codes



Michael P. McGeehan District 173 7731 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19136 215-333-9760 (phone) 215-333-5891 (fax)

State Government


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John P. Sabatina District 174 8100 Castor Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19152 215-342-6204 (phone) 215-342-6207 (fax)

Michael H, O’Brien District 175 610 North 2nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-503-3245 (phone) 215-503-7850 (fax)

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19136

19136

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19122 19123 19124

19133 19134

John Taylor District 177 4725 Richmond Street Philadelphia, PA 19137 215-744-2600 (phone) 215-744-2605 (fax)

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19135

Zip Codes



Tony J. Payton District 179 4509 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124 215-744-7901 (phone) 215-744-7906 (fax)

State Government


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Angel Cruz District 180 2749 North 5th Street Philadelphia, PA 19133 215-291-5643 (phone) 215-291-5647 (fax)

W. Curtis Thomas District 181 530 West Girard Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19123 215-560-3261 (phone) 215-560-2152 (fax)

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19133 19134 19140

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Babette Josephs District 182 1585 Walnut Street Suite 501 Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-893-1515 (phone) 215-560-5816 (fax)

19123 19145

19146

Zip Codes



William F. Keller District 184 1531 South 2nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 215-271-9190 (phone) 215-952-1025 (fax)

State Government


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Robert C. Donatucci District 185 PFN Building 1809-13 Oregon Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19145 215-468-1515 (phone) 215-952-1164 (fax)

Kenyatta Johnson District 186 1610 South Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19146 215-952-3378 (phone) 215-952-1141 (fax)

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19143

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James R. Roebuck District 188 4712 Baltimore Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143 215-724-2227 (phone) 215-724-2230 (fax)

19104

19139

Zip Codes



Vanessa Lowery Brown District 190 1435 North 52nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19131 215-879-6615 (phone) 215-879-6616 (fax)

State Government


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Ronald G. Waters District 191 6027 Ludlow Street Unit A Philadelphia, PA 19139 215-748-6712 (phone) 215-748-1687 (fax)

Louise Williams Bishop District 192 1991 North 63rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19151 215-879-6625 (phone) 215-879-8566 (fax)

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Kathy Manderino District 194 6511 Ridge Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19128 215-482-8726 (phone) 215-482-9066 (fax)

19104

Zip Codes



Frank Louis Oliver District 195 2839 West Girard Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19130 215-684-3738 (phone) 215-235-4629 (fax)

State Government


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Jewell Williams District 197 2220 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19132 215-763-2559 (phone) 215-763-2561 (fax)

Rosita C. Youngblood District 198 208 W. Chelten Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-849-6426 (phone) 215-849-5476 (fax)

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Cherelle L. Parker District 200 1536 E. Wadsworth Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19150 215-242-7300 (phone)

19138

Zip Codes



John Myers District 201 5847 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144 215-849-6896 (phone) 215-560-1824 (fax)

State Government


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Mark B. Cohen District 202 6001 North 5th Street Second Floor Philadelphia, PA 19120 215-924-0895 (phone) 215-924-8480 (fax)

Dwight Evans District 203 7174 Ogontz Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19138 215-549-0220 (phone) 215-549-8965 (fax)

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Zip Codes

Maps Philadelphia Area Zip Code Map

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Maps SEPTA Map of Philadelphia

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Notes Extra Resources/Contacts

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