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Prepare and respond to the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
March 2020

West End SPEAKS to West End ACTS
As we all deal with this unprecedented crisis, please see available local resources below to help get us through this phase of the Coronavirus.

The City of Cincinnati can now provide residents and businesses with new digital tools for finding local information about the City’s response to COVID-19.Through the 5916000 system, you can ask about changes to City services and communicate community needs directly to City Hall. Select “COVID-19 Question” in the Choose a Service menu of the Fix it Cincy! mobile app (https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/cityofcincinnati/cincinnati-city-hall-mobile/) or on the main page at 5916000.com to submit a question or call 513-591-6000. 

The City also maintains a COVID-19 website (www.cincinnati-oh.gov/covid19) with information about the disease, the local impact and resources available. Residents and businesses can receive pertinent updates on their phone by texting cincycovid19 to 77295.

The public can also contact the Cincinnati Health Department at (513) 357-7462 or the Ohio Department of Health at 1-833-4ASKODH

Public Services (DPS) will continue to maintain priority areas of operation such as trash collection, maintaining a safe right-of-way, servicing City vehicles, and keeping City facilities safe and operating. The following programs will be suspended or delayed so DPS can focus its efforts on the priority areas of operation:

🔹Yard Waste collection will be suspended until June 1.

🔹Bulk item collection will be suspended until June 1.

There are three locations Cincinnati residents are able to take their yard waste as part of the Hamilton County "Yard Trimmings Drop-Off" program. (http://www.hamiltoncountyrecycles.org/…/yard_trimming_drop-…)

Effective immediately and until further notice, the Cincinnati Police department will not be responding for property damage-only/non-injury car accidents. Drivers involved in auto accidents should exchange information and may complete an accident at any CPD district. Parties involved in auto accidents may also report through the BMV using this online form:  http://ohiodnr.gov/Portals/0/pdfs/hr/forms/BMV%20Crash%20Report.pdf
Need Help Now? Call 211 to connect to the United Way network of local services.

 
Please see these additional resources created and distributed by UC Health. Please pass it along to parents, families, and the community.

 

The Cincinnati Public Schools Student Dining Service program will provide meal distribution sites for students to ensure that they continue to have access to healthy meals. The West End location is Hays-Porter Elementary.

Click here for a list of locations, dates, hours and additional information: http://bit.ly/3b1cQqR.

 

Check out the Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses annual report highlighting many of the great accomplishments of in 2019 and the exciting adventures we have planned for 2020!
The Neighborhood House will modify how we continue programming in order to reduce the potential for spread of COVID-19. However, because some of these programs are essential for our neighbors in the West End community, we will not close at this time. Bread Room & Pantry pick ups will be served M - Th 9a - 1p. Trauma Recovery, Victim of crime, Eviction, Home Improvement & Development support will be by appointment ONLY. Please call 513-407-5362 to set up an appointment or if you have any questions. 
St. Vincent de Paul is open and committed to serving our neighbors, even during this challenging time. Please check here for service updates.
Healthy Harvest Mobile Market is bringing fresh and affordable fruits and vegetables open every Friday from 10a - 2p at Stanley Rowe Tower parking lot. They accept: Cash, Credit/Debit, Checks, Mobile Payments, SNAP/EBT (Food Stamps) and Produce Perks.

Museum Center is exploring ways we can continue to be a resource for those with innate curiosity and a desire for lifelong learning. We are creating virtual learning opportunities and online resources – including exhibits, videos, blogs, curator interviews and activities – to help guests keep their minds active during this closure. Knowledge is a powerful weapon in the fight against this pandemic, so we are also creating an online exhibit to combat fears and misconceptions and to share facts and information about the COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus, how it spreads and how you can protect yourself.
The Small Business Administration is offering low-interest loans for working capital to Ohio small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of COVID-19. Applicants may apply online, receive additional disaster assistance information and download applications at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance.

Please attend West End Community Council (WECC) every 3rd Tuesday @ 6pm at the CHL Impact Center. 1425 Linn St. to stay up to date on all the latest news in our community. WECC may choose to send out a link to join via conference line or google meet. Contact Tia Brown at tia.brown@7hillsnh.com or call 513-407-5362 for more information.

WE SPEAKS COMMUNITY TEAMS
  • BUSINESS
  • CLEAN
  • COMMUNITY
  • EMPLOYMENT
  • HOUSING
  • SAFETY
  • YOUTH & EDUCATION
WE Speaks Quality of Life Plan
If you are behind on your mortgage or property taxes, you may be eligible for the Foreclosure Prevention Assistance Program.  Contact Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati at (513) 362-2807 for more information.  
 
Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses will host Home Sweet Home Help Hours, EVERY Friday from 10a - 1p. Get help applying to resources and opportunities to improve your housing and financial situation.  Please call 513-407-5362 for more information or to set up an appointment.
We can now call Apprisen at 1-877-357-9711 to get help with budgeting and working toward our financial goals.  Callers should state that they are working with First Financial Bank. Upon completion,  they will get a certificate that can be used for the Credit Achiever program and the 1st Safe Checking account. 
 

SEE YOU THERE
Although most meetings are postponed, we are still moving forward to update the West End Speaks Community Plan. All West End community members and stakeholders are encouraged to get involved. Contact Tia Brown at tia.brown@7hillsnh.com or 513-407-5362 or Samantha McLean at Samantha.McLean@cincinnati-oh.gov. for more information.

EVENTS & MEETINGS:
Please save these dates. Meeting may be conducted online/ conf call to protect community from spreading COVID-19.

Visit the West End Community Council & Seven Hills Neighborhood House Facebook pages for more information on upcoming events.

DONATE

Whether you would like to contribute to our general fund, housing fund or make a donation to offset the expenses incurred while conducting programs, we sincerely appreciate your support. All donations are tax deductible, Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses is a federally recognized 501c3.

 
MEET THE EDITOR

Tia Brown is the Community Engagement Director at Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses and is blessed to call the West End home.

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Thank You LISC for the continued support of the West End Community.
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