There is a new financial incentive for Americans to give generously to qualifying charities, including United Way of Metropolitan Dallas and many of our community partners. The new universal tax break for charitable donations was included in the final $2 trillion COVID-19 stimulus package signed into law last week and will go into effect starting with the 2020 tax year.
Alabama is in the third week of social distancing practices, many adults and children could be feeling overwhelmed or experiencing higher levels of anxiety. Taking care of yourself, your friends, and your family can help you cope with stress. Helping others cope with their stress can also make your community stronger.
If you or someone you know is immediate need of help or just need to talk, call 1.800.273.TALK or join a Lifeline Chat. There are recommendations for families to manage health and well-being.
There are many low income families that do not have access to internet in our community. With children learning by distance for the remainder of the school year, not having internet access is a major obstacle to learning. There are resources available to the community that can help eligible households connect.
While times of adversity and difficulty most often brings out the best in people, unfortunately is also can bring out the bad in others. There are several known scams being perpetrated on the vulnerable. We have collected a list of the most common ones and tips on how to avoid them.
Updated 04.04.2020
As the day, weeks, and possibly months of the COVID-19 health crisis pass; the needs of the community will evolve. There is help available to Southwest Alabama residents. We will update the community about the various services available throughout this difficult time. We also anticipate individuals, families, and businesses will continue to need help after the social distancing policies are lifted.
Now more than ever it’s important for community members to adhere to their prescribed medications. FamilyWize, a program of the United Way, has become critically important during this public health crisis especially for families with diminished resources. The FamilyWize program is free and saved participants an average of 45 percent off of their prescription medications. Most FDA approved brand and generic prescription medications are covered.
Parents: Want to make sure your students are still building their character muscle during distance learning? Character Playbook is a free resource United Way of Southwest Alabama (UWSWA) is proud to offer for elementary, middle, and high school students to support healthy character development!.
In response to the growing number of school closings and the rapid adoption of remote and distance learning, United Way Worldwide’s team at EVERFI mobilized last week to ensure that Character Playbook: Healthy Relationships and Mental Wellness Basics is accessible to students around the country — those with existing login credentials and those interested in accessing this tool for the first time.
As part of the relief efforts during COVID-19 outbreak, the government will be implementing new rules, guideline, policies and laws. So far those efforts include income tax filings, expanded unemployment benefits, and access to small business. As more information is made available, we will share it.
As the day, weeks, and possibly months of the COVID-19 health crisis pass; the needs of the community will evolve. There is help available to Southwest Alabama residents. We will update the community about the various services available throughout this difficult time. We also anticipate individuals, families, and businesses will continue to need help after the social distancing policies are lifted.
As Southwest Alabama continues to navigate the challenges and disruptions caused by the COVID-19 public health crisis, there are several things you can do to help.