COVID-19 West Side Resources

 

COVID-19 Testing Sites

Saint Francis Hospital

Address: 701 N Clayton St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Phone: (302) 421 - 4100

Latin American Community Center

Address: 301 N Harrison St, Wilmington, DE 19805

Phone: (302) 320-6439

The Latin American Community Center is open for COVID-19 screening and testing on Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Community members are encouraged to make an appointment,

but walk-ins are also accepted. For an appointment, call 302-320-6439.

 

Local Food Distribution Sites

3rd and Connell Park 3rd and Connell Streets 10:00am – 11:30 a.m.

4th and Rodney Tot Lot 300-398 North Rodney Street 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Father Tucker Park 9th and Lincoln Streets 12:pm – 2:00pm

Helen Chambers Park 601 North Madison Street 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Johnny’s Market 1116 Maryland Avenue 10:00am. – 1:00pm

Kosciusko Park Broom and Maple Streets 12:00pm – 2:00pm

West End Neighborhood House 701 North Lincoln Street 11:00am – 1:00pm

William “Hicks” Anderson Community Center 501 North Madison Street Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30pm – 5:30pm

Woodlawn Library 2020 West 9th Street 10:00am – 11:30am

Youth Empowerment 1009 Sycamore Street Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays 10:00am – 11:30am, and Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30pm – 5:30pm

 

Housing Assistance

 

Employment Assistance

The Employment Support Network is an innovative approach to supporting Delawareans who are struggling with the effects and challenges of sudden unemployment. This free program connects you with reliable, trained volunteers, who provide emotional support and wellness coaching, financial management training, and access to appropriate mental health resources through Jewish Family Services of Delaware.

You don’t have to do this on your own!

Through the Employment Support Network, you will:

  • Connect virtually with an empathetic and judgment-free support team for personalized wellness and career coaching.

  • Form a one-on-one relationship with a trained volunteer through ongoing communication and check-ins.

  • Access free wellness, career, and financial coaching to help you achieve personal and professional goals.

  • Immediate referral and access to JFS services and community programs for additional support with social service navigation, mental health treatment, budget management, and tutoring services for individuals with children.

 

Resources for Small Businesses

Heroes & Restaurants

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Heroes & Restaurants collects donated funds to buy meals from independent sit-down restaurants, starting with those in the West Side, which are then delivered and donated to local community heroes at healthcare facilities and other essential community work places throughout New Castle County. To sign your restaurant or work place up, volunteer, donate, or simply learn more about the program and the impact it has, click the button below.

Wilmington Strong Fund

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During the COVID-19 Global Pandemic, West Side Grows Together with citywide partners intervened quickly to the needs of our small business owners. We heeded the call to action and created the Wilmington Strong Fund. This fund offers small business grants to business locations in Wilmington with an annual revenue of less than one million and are located within a storefront or commercial property. Click below for more information on how to apply for funds.

 
 

Outdoor Dining

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In an effort to support our small businesses during COVID-19, we have been supporting various outdoor dining events on the West Side. For more information on upcoming outdoor dining events click on the button below!

Symptoms

  • Fever

  • Shortness of breath 

  • Cough

What to Do if you are Sick

  • Call your doctor

  • Stay home except to get medical care

  • Distance yourself from healthy individuals and pets

  • Wear a facemask

  • Cover your coughs and sneezes

Take Steps to Protect Yourself

  • Wash your hands 

  • Use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol

  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth

  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick

  • Put 6 Feet distance between yourself and other people 

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Additional Resources 

Delaware 211 Help Hotline

United Way Delaware

The Helpers: DE Pandemic Response

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Delaware COVID 19 Resources

Delaware Division of Unemployment Insurance

Online Grocery Delivery Services

DE Health and Social Services: Division of Public Health

Governor of Delaware

City of Wilmington

  • Phone: (302) 576-2620

  • Non-emergency line Phone: (302) 654-5151

  • Public Works Phone: (302) 576-3878

  • Constituent Services Phone: (302) 576-2489

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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