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COVID-19 Resources

Resources for COVID-19

Information about COVID-19 is changing quickly. You can visit the state website (Michigan.gov/Coronavirus) and CDC website (CDC.gov/Coronavirus) for the latest news and information.

For those who have questions about state actions to reduce the spread of COVID-19, please call the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) hotline at 1-888-535-6136 between 8 AM AND 5 pm daily.

As more information and resources around the COVID-19 becomes available, we will update you on the latest information and how it impacts our families, parents, students and partners.

If you or somebody you know is experiencing a fever, cough, or shortness of breath, with possible exposure to someone who has traveled or potentially been exposed to COVID-19, encourage them to seek medical attention.

If you have general questions about the outbreak or need assistance during this time, please call us at 313-841-4447. Please know we are here for you during this very difficult time!

Mass Resource List 

UNI has been working alongside 20 other Detroit based organizations to create a "Virtual Town Hall" . Here we will provide information, support, and resources to help parents, families, and students cope with the COVID-19 crisis. Topics will include education, public health, childcare and securing basic needs. Join us every other Thursday from 12:00 - 1:15 pm as we talk to experts and answer your questions. 

Aside from these weekly town halls, we have also come together to create a mass resource website for Detroit families. You can find a wide range of resources at: www.covid313.org​

How to join the Virtual Town Hall:
  • Facebook live:
    • Detroit Public Television page: www.facebook.com/detroitpublictv/
  • Live Stream on Detroit One PBS Website: https://www.onedetroitpbs.org/covid-19/​
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Educational Resources

Detroit Public Schools Community District on School Related Updates
  • K-8 Learning Packets + Breakfast and Lunch "grab-and-go" locations (58 total)
  • Academic Packets and Online Resources
  • Additional Resources/Activities for ESE [Special Needs] Students
  • Free Online Educational Resources during Covid-19
  • Detroit Public TV Resources K-12 
  • We Are Teachers: Math Resources + Price listings
  • "Anti-Oppressive/Anti-Racist Home School Options During Quarantine"
  • "Gifted and Talented Enrichment Support Materials"
  • KQED Resources for Teaching & Learning during Social Distancing 
  • Online School with Science Mom & Math Dad
  • Special Needs for Special Kids Online Learning
  • Curriculum Associates: Spanish Family Guidance in Supporting Students away from School
​​Resources received from DPSCD Office of Bilingual Education & Related Programs
  • Lectura
    • Grado K | Grado 1 | Grado 2 | Grado 3 | Grado 4 | Grado 5 | Grado 6 | Grado 7 | Grado 8
  • Homework Hotline: 833-466-3978
    • Bilingual tutors: 866-879-1195
  • Internet Essentials
    • ​2 months free internet service by Comcast​

Food & Health Resources

Meet Up and Eat Up:
  • UNI "All Saints Neighborhood Center" 8300 Longworth St. Detroit, MI 48209
    • Every other Friday from 2-4PM.
Gleaners Community Food Bank Sites:
  • UNI "All Saints Neighborhood Center" 8300 Longworth St. Detroit, MI 48209
  • YMCA "Grab-n-Go"
  • Great Start Wayne list of food pantries
  • Crossroads: 2424 W. Grand Blvd. Detroit, MI 48208 (313)-831-2787 ​
Wayne Health Mobile Unit:
Wayne Health Mobile Unit will be at our center every other Friday offering free health services from 2PM-4PM.
- Covid-19 PCR testing (24-48 hours for results)
- Covid-19 vaccines and boosters
- Pediatric Pfizer Vaccines (ages 5+)
- Kidney function, Diabetes, and Cholesterol screenings
- NO ID, NO APPOINTMENT, AND NO INSURANCE NEEDED.

Mental Health Resources

  • Southwest Counseling Solutions
    • (Adults & Children) 313-841-8900
  • Crisis Text Line
    • ​  Text 741741 to speak with a trained Crisis Counselor.
  • ​The Guidance Center
    • (Adult & Children) 734-785-7700
    • Mental Health Crisis Line 888-771-5465.
  • New Oakland Family Center
    • (Family Mental Health Services): 800-395-3223
  • Sunshine Behavioral Health
    • ​​www.sunshinebehavioralhealth.com/resources/telehealth-addiction-treatment-during-quarantine/
  • "Racial Trauma in Film: How Viewers Can Address Re-traumatization"
    • counseling.northwestern.edu/blog/racial-trauma-retraumatization-film/
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Domestic Abuse Resources
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: Advocates are still working remotely 24/7
  • 1-800-799-7233, 1-855-812-1011 for deaf or hard of hearing (VP) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY)
  • ​​Text line: LOVEIS to 22522
  • Live Chat
  • Staying Safe During Covid-19
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline
    • 1-800-656-4673
  • Sanctuary for Families
  • The Network LaRed
    • LGBTQ+ support

Housing and Necessities 

DTE has suspended shutoffs
  • Payment Assistance Plans offered to restore services with little to no-down-payment​​
    • Call 1-800-477-4747
Water Restart Plan
  • Call Wayne Metro: 313-386-9727 or 313-267-4000 [Water and Sewage Dept.] to schedule an appointment
    • 9 AM - 7 PM M-F; 9 AM - 12 PM Saturday
    • State may pay $25 to turn it on; you must pay $25/month during the crisis.
    • Only for people who have water off OR to prevent a water service interruption.
Michigan Welfare Rights Organization
  • ​ 313-964-0618​
We The People:
  • 1-844-429-2837 ​
United Community Housing Coalition
  • Updates in eviction, tax, housing related process during Covid-19
URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD INITIATIVES 
 8300 LONGWORTH ST.  DETROIT, MI 48209
(313) 841-4447
  • Home
  • Our 25th Anniversary
    • UNI Stories
  • About Us
    • COVID-19 Updates >
      • COVID-19 Resources
    • Contact Us
    • Our Mission & History
    • Stories >
      • Media
      • Publications
      • Videos
    • Meet Our Board
    • Meet Our Team
    • Funders >
      • UNI's Recognition Wall
    • Job Opportunities
  • Our Programs
    • Detroit LeadSafe Housing Program
    • Registration
  • Donate Today!
    • Donate
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