Lutheran Settlement House

Exciting things are happening at our Jane Addams Place shelter! Yesterday, we were thrilled to welcome People's Emergency Center (PEC), who stopped by to talk to our residents about the idea of Parents as Teachers. They brought lots of helpful info, as well as some fun goodies, and to top off a great afternoon, we had some tasty treats from Mr. Softee! Thanks so much for the People's Emergency Center, we are so grateful for everything you do.

TODAY! Come on by our Fishtown Office at 1340 Frankford Ave from 10am-3pm for free fresh produce, meat, dairy, and vegan options, as well as a selection of dry goods. See you there!

La Asistencia Económica Pre-Pandémica (PPFA) ofrece hasta $8,000 a inquilinos que estaban involucrado en algún proceso de desalojo antes de que llegara el COVID en marzo de 2020. ¿Es usted elegible? Comuníquese con Congreso al 484-416-4441 para obtener más información.

From our friends at Congreso de Latinos Unidos Pre-Pandemic Financial Assistance (PPFA) gives up to $8,000 to tenants who were in the middle of eviction proceedings before COVID hit in March 2020. Are you eligible? If yes, contact Congreso at 484-416-4441 for more info!

It's that time of year again! Our Fresh Farm Stand and Choice Pantry are back! Now on Thursdays, join us this spring for free, fresh produce, meat, dairy, and vegan options, and a variety of shelf-stable canned goods. Starts THIS THURSDAY, April 8th. See you there!

Join Gender Justice Fund and our Masculinity Action Project on Monday, April 19 from 6-7:30pm EST for a conversation about how men can take a more active part in addressing sexual violence and rape culture. Link to register: bit.ly/GJFApril19 Event will be held over Zoom and Facebook Live.

Over the last year, LSH has been working with the Incarcerated Women's Working Group and other community partners to create this report, which looks at the main barriers for women entering and completing diversion programs. This report makes both visionary and concrete recommendations for eliminating those barriers and designing a system where we keep women free. Our subcommittee did in-depth interviews with women who experienced diversion programs, and incorporated their ideas, recommendations and testimonials into the report. The images in this report were captured by the incredible People's Paper Co-op Check it out! And don't forget: #SupportNotSanctions #WomensVoicesBetterChoices https://clsphila.org//02/Diversionary-Programs-Report-2.pdf

Join us at our Fishtown Office on Wednesday, February 17th from 3-5pm for our VERY FIRST Free Takeout Community Meal! Sponsored by Good Spoon Soupery, this sure-to-be-delicious meal is first-come, first-served. We can't wait to see you there!

Join us, Saki's Foundation, and Peace + Love WorldWide for a free virtual workshop about how to prevent teen dating violence! Head to Zoom on Monday, February 15th from 11am-2pm for workshops and resources. To register, contact Alista Stevenson at 267-716-4081 or send an email to [email protected]. See you there! Meeting ID: 649-433-8976 PW: Griff

Great news for our caregivers! Unpaid caregivers in PA are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine! The definition of "health care professional" has been updated so that "individuals providing services for the elderly and persons with disabilities, including unpaid caregivers" now fall into the Phase 1A group designation. Here is how caregivers can get the vaccine:... Unpaid caregivers are ELIGIBLE to receive a COVID-19 vaccination under Phase 1A. However, you may be asked to provide documentation to verify your status as an unpaid caregiver by a vaccine provider. To verify your status and provide the needed documentation, follow the instructions below: 1. Go the Department of Human Services (DHS) Coronavirus-Related Provider Guidance and Resources Page: https://www.dhs.pa.gov//Pa/COVID19-PROVIDER-RESOURCES.aspx 2. Scroll to the bottom of the page. 3. Look for the checkbox that allows you to self-attest that you are an unpaid caregiver for an elderly individual or a person with a disability. 4. Clicking the check box opens a link entitled View Letter. This letter is from DHS Secretary Teresa Miller verifying the status as an unpaid family caregiver. 5. Please print this letter and take it to a vaccination site. This will allow you the proof you need to get a COVID vaccination in this phase. To find a vaccination site, go to this Department of Health (DOH) site: https://www.health.pa.gov//coro/Vaccine/Pages/Vaccine.aspx

A reminder that our food pantry is open from 10am-3pm, Monday through Friday! Stop by for canned and dry goods, daily fresh produce, and other essentials. No income check required, all are welcome.

A HUGE thank you to our wonderful group of volunteers from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, who cleaned and organized our Jane Addams Place family shelter yesterday for MLK Day! We are also overwhelmingly grateful for the donations we received, some of which came from the families pictured here. Thank you to everyone who helped out yesterday!

Are you interested in getting involved with LSH? Join our Youth Advisory Board! If you're between ages 14 and 22 and want to create change in your community, email Gabby at [email protected] for more info. #Youth #Philly #LSHPhilly #Change

If you feel unsafe in your relationship, the Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline and the National Domestic Violence Hotline are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Call to speak to a trained advocate today. You are not alone Philadelphia Hotline: 866-723-3014 National Hotline: 1-800-799-7233... Philadelphia Hotline operated in partnership with Women In Transition Women Against Abuse Congreso de Latinos Unidos WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence

Tonight! Our very own IPV Teen Advocate, Gabby, is participating in this panel discussion and workshop hosted by Domestic Abuse Project of Delaware County, Inc. to learn about how advocates can best work with youth experiencing dating violence. We hope to see you there! https://fb.me/e/y1wWrCRA

From all of us at LSH to you, Happy New Year! We can't lie, we're glad to see 2020 go! May 2021 bring you health, happiness, and joy.

Lutheran Settlement House is closed today in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. His courageous leadership, activism, and perseverance in the face of persistent racism cannot be forgotten, and his core message of advancing justice and racial equality remains as relevant and urgent today as it was over 50 years ago. We at LSH believe unwaveringly that Black Lives Matter, and continue our own commitment to social justice, racial and economic equity, and opportunity for all. While MLK Day is usually one of nationwide volunteering, we know things look a bit different this year. To learn more about us and how to get involved in supporting our work, visit our website: https://www.lutheransettlement.org/get-involved/

It’s time. As we all celebrate the end of such a challenging year, we hope we can count on you to help us begin the new year strong. With your support, we can help thousands of children, adults, and families find safety and hope in 2021 and beyond. To make your 2020 year-end donation, click the link below! Thank you to all who have already donated - we’re looking forward to continuing our work with you in 2021! https://www.lutheransettlement.org/donate-now/... #happynewyear #goodbye2020 #lutheransettlementhouse #lshphilly

#TBT to when we used to use the building next to La Colombe Coffee Roasters as an education annex! Judging by the clothes, we think this picture was taken somewhere around 30 years ago. Do you remember when the block looked like this? Although we don't use this building anymore, we're thrilled to have awesome neighbors like @parlour_beauty, O3 World, and @amp_tattoo there instead! Scroll to see the overlay of now v. then!

A reminder that our food pantry is open from 9am-3pm, Monday through Friday! Stop by for canned and dry goods, daily fresh produce, and other essentials. No income check required, all are welcome. NOTE: The food pantry hours are from 9am to 3pm, NOT 10am as listed in the flyer! We apologize for any confusion this has caused.

REMINDER: Lutheran Settlement House's Fishtown Office, including our Food Pantry, is closed this week (12/28-1/3). We will reopen on Monday 1/4/21 at 9am for our normal hours. Excited to see you in the new year!

Merry Christmas to all of our friends, neighbors, clients, community members, and staff who celebrate. We hope you are staying safe, warm, and merry this holiday!

It's been an exciting few days at Jane Addams Place! Earlier this week, we had a gift exchange for kids at the shelter to choose presents for their parents. And yesterday, 12/23, we had a surprise visit from Santa Claus himself! Scroll over to see some more shots of our residents enjoying the fun and festive holiday cheer! Living in a shelter is difficult at any time of year, and is especially hard for families at the holidays. To find out how you can help, visit our website: lutheransettlement.org/get-involved/

TODAY is the day! Paint Philly Purple with us, @womenagainstabuse @wit.philly @congreso1977 and @cityofphiladelphia Wear your finest purple attire to promote Domestic Violence Awareness Month, then share your purple themed selfie with the hashtag #PaintPhillyPurple #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #dvam2020 #dvamphilly

LSH's Fishtown Office, including our Food Pantry, will be closing at 1pm today, 12/24. We will be reopening on 1/4/2021. We hope you and your family a happy, safe, and healthy holiday season, and we can't wait to see you again in 2021!

It’s #MyStoryMonday and we’re honored to introduce you to Devon, a survivor who faced many legal obstacles when trying to rebuild her life. We don’t talk about it often, yet it’s very common for DV victims to get entangled in the court system after an abusive partner coerces them into illegal activities. We see survivors like Devon, who may lose their careers, homes, cars, confidence, self-worth, or even their lives, trying to stay safe. Devon faced many obstacles, including ...court and probation, and trying to find employment and housing with a criminal record. The impact of abuse can last for years. Devon has persevered, and after three years and many no’s, she recently heard a yes from a new landlord AND employer. Devon is committed to ensuring that all survivors know they deserve support, and that abuse is never their fault. Thank you for inspiring us Devon, and for never losing site of your dreams. To get support for yourself or someone in your life, call the DV Hotline anytime at 866-723-3014 #dvam2020 #dvamphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #lshphilly See more

Did you know that Mrs. Claus lives in Fishtown? Check out this heartwarming article about Philly's very own Mrs. Claus and LSH Volunteer, Marge Wible! https://starnewsphilly.com/20//17/from-marge-to-mrs-claus/

Domestic violence impacts kids who see and hear it. For this DVAM Family Friday, youth workers from LSH and our sister orgs, put together these valuable tips to support children who witness abuse. If you’d like more information and resources, call the Philly DV Hotline at 866-723-3014 Women Against Abuse Women In Transition Congreso de Latinos Unidos #dvam2020 #dvamphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #lshphilly

A throwback to Christmases Past! Last year, in Pre-Corona Times, our Jane Addams Place family shelter staff had a ball dressing up in their holiday best - no social distancing required! Living in a shelter is difficult for families during the best of times, and especially challenging during the holidays. To find out how you can support our work at Jane Addams Place, visit our website: https://www.lutheransettlement.org/donate-now/

Today, December 21 - the first day of winter - is Homeless Memorial Day. We remember all who have died due to homelessness, and are raising awareness of those who do not have a place to call home. As the weather gets colder, unhoused people are even more vulnerable to exposure. At our Jane Addams Place family shelter, we strive to provide each resident family with a warm bed, hot food, and programming including children's activities and trauma therapy. But we know there is a... long way to go, and many of Philadelphia's homeless residents still need support. To learn more about our Jane Addams Place shelter, get involved, or donate, visit our website: https://www.lutheransettlement.org/get-involved/ Everyone deserves a home to call their own.

Today is the last day to complete the census!

Paint Philly Purple with us next Thursday October 22nd and help raise awareness about domestic violence!

UPDATED HOURS: LSH's Fishtown office will be closed for the holidays starting THIS THURSDAY at 1pm. This includes the Food Pantry, which will be open M-W from 9-3, and Thursday from 9-1pm. We will reopen with our normal hours starting 1/4/21.

Don’t delay, respond today! Time is running out to secure the political power and federal funding our community deserves. Everyone, including you, deserves to be heard and to receive the rights and recourses we all need. Fill it out now at my2020census.gov and get counted! If you need help filling yours out, call us at 215-426-8610 #PhillyCounts #lutheransettlementhouse #lshphilly

Did you know that the third Friday of December is National Ugly Sweater Day? In honor of this luridly festive occasion, we asked our staff to share pictures of themselves in ugly, silly, or otherwise fun and offbeat holiday attire! Scroll through the pictures to see staff from all of our programs including the Bilingual Domestic Violence Program, Jane Addams Place shelter, the Senior Center, and even Operations and Development - all decked out in their holiday best! LSH is wishing you and your loved ones a happy holiday season. May it be as bright and joyous as these sweaters, hats, and accessories!

Check out this important resource from Women Against Abuse for children who witness domestic violence. Want more tips for talking to your kids about DV? We offer free, confidential counseling for children exposed to DV #dvam2020 #dvamphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #lshphilly

Join us on October 22nd and help us Paint Philly Purple!

Earlier this week the families at our Jane Addams Place family shelter made their own ornaments, which they then used to decorate the Jane Addams Place Christmas Tree! This fun activity allowed families to bond and feel festive, even with continued covid safety measures. Spending the holidays in a shelter is never what most parents dream of for themselves or their children, but the staff at Jane Addams try to make the time of year a little more festive for everyone. To learn more about our shelter or other programs and how you can help this holiday season, visit our website: https://www.lutheransettlement.org/donate-now/

Our hotline advocates, no matter their gender, are still answering the domestic violence hotline 24/7. Call 866-723-3014 for free confidential support and connection to domestic violence resources. We manage the hotline in collaboration with our sister organizations Women In Transition Women Against Abuse and Congreso de Latinos Unidos #tbt #dvam2020 #dvamPhilly #lutheransettlementhouse #lshphilly

The line between a healthy, unhealthy, and abusive relationship can be confusing. If you have questions about what’s going on in your relationship, call the Philly domestic violence hotline at 866-723-3014 to have a confidential check in with one of our advocates. Women In Transition Women Against Abuse Congreso de Latinos Unidos #dvam2020 #dvamphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #lshphilly

Due to the weather, the food pantry is closed today (12/17). We will resume regular hours tomorrow the 18th. Thank you and stay safe!Due to the weather, the food pantry is closed today (12/17). We will resume regular hours tomorrow the 18th. Thank you and stay safe!

Tune in below for a survivor story from our partners at Congreso de Latinos Unidos as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month #dvam2020 #dvamphilly

TOMORROW! Our December CARES Support Group will be from 6:30-8:30pm on December 17th! Click the link below to learn more or register: https://www.meetup.com/Caregiver-Support-Group-Philadelphia #PhillyNonprofit #Dementia #DementiaCare #SeniorCare #ElderCare #SeniorServices #Support #SupportGroup #HereForYou #YouAreNotAlone #LSHPhilly #LutheranSettlementHouse

For the month of October - Domestic Violence Awareness Month - we’ll be hosting weekly trainings for men about Domestic Violence. From DV 101, to supporting male survivors, to skills for your own relationship, these trainings are specifically designed to get men more involved in the movement to support survivors of DV. We’re thrilled to partner with @peccaresphilly @thefatheringcircle @100blackmenphilly and more! Register at www.bit.ly/menanddv #dvam2020 #dvamphilly #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse

Philadelphia’s Domestic Violence Collaborative - Congreso De Latinos Unidos Women Against Abuse and Women In Transition - are teaming up to bring you a month of messaging for Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Help us spread the word by sharing our posts! #DVAM2020 #dvamphilly

ATTENTION: Due to the impending winter storm, LSH will be closing our food pantry at NOON today, 12/16. Stay tuned for information about tomorrow's hours. All virtual services continue to be available. Stay safe and stay warm! If you see someone who needs shelter, call 215-232-1984.

Work with us! We are hiring a number of hourly positions. Check out the link below to see if any of them are a good fit for you or someone you know. We look forward to hearing from you! https://lnkd.in/dMZA2qW

Huge thanks to Daisy Troop 97502, who organized a food drive and donated the food to our Hungry to Healthy food pantry! They delivered the food today, and also made these beautiful placemats for our Senior Center members to brighten up their tables for the holidays! We are so lucky to have such an amazing Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania troop right in our neighborhood, and we can't wait to see what amazing things you girls do in the future!... To support our food pantry, or any of our other work, head to our website: https://www.lutheransettlement.org/donate-now/

A friendly reminder that just like last month, the CARES support group will be a week early in December due to the holidays! If you are the informal, unpaid family caregiver of an aging adult, consider joining us on December 17, 6:30-8:30pm. You can register and find more info via the link below: https://www.meetup.com/Caregiver-Support-Group-Philadelphia To learn more about LSH's many programs and to learn how you can support our work, visit our website: https://www.lutheransettlement.org/donate-now/

LSH wishes you and your loved ones a happy Hanukkah. May this festival of lights be a joyous one!

For this week's #ThrowbackThursday, we're going back in time to see what Fishtown looked like more than half a century ago! This picture is the Northwest corner of Frankford and Master, where our office is located. It's amazing how different it looks now, yet how similar! #tbt #Throwback #Nonprofit #PhillyNonprofit #Philadelphia #PhiladelphiaHistory #OldPhoto #Fishtown #LSHPhilly #LutheranSettlementHouse

Thank you to everyone who rallied around the Todd family in the last 24 hours, as they continue to navigate stressors including remote school and covid-19. We are absolutely blown away by the tremendous outpouring of support we've seen. In case you missed it, LSH and the Todd family made the front page of the Philadelphia Inquirer yesterday. Click below to watch a short video about the Todds, or click this link to read the full article: https://fusion.inquirer.com//virtual-education-wifi-homele To learn more about LSH and to support our work, visit our website at https://www.lutheransettlement.org/donate-now/

We made the front page of the Philadelphia Inquirer today! Read on to learn about the brilliant and resilient Todd family, who are currently staying at our Jane Addams Place family shelter, and the way they are navigating increased restrictions, online schooling, and other COVID-19 complications and stressors while living in the shelter. To learn more about our services and to support our programs, visit our website: https://www.lutheransettlement.org/donate-now/

While the weather outside is frightful, this picture is DEFINITELY delightful! Found in an album from our 1955 Christmas tree decorating! A fabulous #flashback to start your weekend off right

We did it!!! THANK YOU to the nearly 100 people who helped us make history yesterday. This is the most we’ve ever raised on #GivingTuesday, and the most people we’ve ever had participate. In a year with such uncertainty, and such an increase in need in our community, we’re so incredibly grateful to be surrounded by such overwhelming generosity. Thank you!!!! #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse

We are SO close to reaching our new $15,000 goal! Only $3,000 to go. Can you help us support the children and families in our community most impacted by COVID? Every dollar gets us one step closer! Click below to help us reach our goal. We’re so close!! https://app.etapestry.com//Luthera/2020GivingTuesday.html #givingtuesday #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse

WOW!! We’ve never done this before, but thanks to the generosity of our community, we’re increasing our goal to $15,000! We’re barely halfway through #GivingTuesday and we’ve already raised over $10,000! Can you help us achieve a record breaking Giving Tuesday?? Click below and make your gift today! #givingtuesday2020 #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse https://app.etapestry.com//Luthera/2020GivingTuesday.html

This #GivingTuesday, help us raise $5,000 to support those most impacted by COVID. People like Walt, a longtime senior member who has been relying on free nutritious food from our pantry to stay safe and healthy throughout the pandemic. Gifts of any size will help us support thousands of Philadelphians through the holidays, and beyond. Click below to help us reach our goal! #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #givingtuesday2020 https://app.etapestry.com//Luthera/2020GivingTuesday.html

Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday and our goal is to raise $5,000 to support those in our community most impacted by COVID-19. Gifts of all sizes will help us reach our goal, and will help us provide food, shelter, safety, and hope to the thousands of Philadelphians we serve each year. Clink below and give anytime before midnight tomorrow to help us exceed our goal! https://app.etapestry.com//Luthera/2020GivingTuesday.html #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #community

Happy Thanksgiving from our LSH family to yours! We hope you are staying safe and healthy this holiday season. These cards were made by our amazing staff and volunteers to deliver with our Thanksgiving meal baskets. We're so grateful to everyone who made that event such a success!

A HUGE thank you to everyone who made our Thanksgiving Food Giveaway such a success! Thanks to your supply, we distributed over 7,000 pounds of food JUST for the giveaway! And a special thank you to our partners for this event, Jefferson Health - Northeast, Philabundance, Rivers Casino Philadelphia, Progress Physical Therapy, and Novick Brothers, we could not have done it without you!

As Thanksgiving nears, we are beyond thankful for our community of donors and volunteers who have helped make our work possible. During COVID, our services have meant the difference between hunger and health, isolation and connection, life and death. Click below and read about Sasha, who came to LSH scared for her life, and unsure of how to meet her most basic needs. Please consider donating to LSH today. You can help someone begin a journey that will change their life.

On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the at least 37 Trans and Gender-Nonconforming individuals who have been killed this year, the majority of whom were Trans Women of Color. We recognize the additional barriers many Trans and Non-binary people face in getting the help they need and receiving the support they deserve. Lutheran Settlement House's services are available to people of all gender identities, and we strive to be a place where anyone can receive care a...nd support. We reject transphobia, and believe that Black and Brown Trans Lives Matter. If you are experiencing violence or feel unsafe in your relationship, please call the Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-866-723-3014 to speak with a trained advocate. Everyone deserves to be safe.

A friendly reminder that our CARES Support Group is happening TODAY, from 6:30-8:30pm, instead of next Thursday to account for Thanksgiving! Learn more at the link below! https://www.meetup.com/Caregiver-Support-Group-Philadelphia/

Our Thanksgiving Food Drive was in full swing last Friday, as a team of our amazing staff volunteers sorted and packed food for a whopping 310 Thanksgiving meal baskets! Can you guess how many pounds of food we're giving away this Thanksgiving? We know that the holidays can be a tough time for families experiencing hunger and food insecurity, and try to do everything we can to brighten Thanksgiving for everyone with our dinner baskets and grocery store gift cards for turkeys. And while all baskets are already spoken for, you can come by the pantry Monday-Friday between 10 and 3 to grab some sides and other tasty essentials! Thanks so much to the amazing folks at Jefferson Health Jefferson Health - Northeast for your generous assistance with food donations and delivery!

Don't forget, tomorrow is our workshop, presented with Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, about caregiver sleep! "Sleep Sound: A Caregiver Workshop" is a free educational workshop in honor of National Caregiver Support Month, and runs from 12:30 to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18. This event features Dr. Maurice Baynard, Ph.D., and Theresa Conroy, C-IAYT. Register by clicking the link here: https://bit.ly/3kAtkdG or by contacting Cheryl Clark at [email protected] / 215-765-9000 Ext. 5300.

ATTENTION: Because Thanksgiving is next Thursday, our November CARES Support Group will be held THIS THURSDAY, November 19, from 6:30-8:30pm. See our full schedule, get more info, and sign up using the link below! Our CARES Program provides counseling and support group services to the informal, unpaid caregivers of older adults aging at home. If you or someone you know is in this role, consider learning more about the CARES Program to gain support, reduce social isolation and fatigue, and learn healthy coping and self-care skills! https://www.meetup.com/Caregiver-Support-Group-Philadelphia/

A little #fbf to sunnier skies and warmer weather! A few weekends ago, some of our amazing friends, clients, and team members painted these gorgeous benches outside of our main office on Frankford Ave. We can't wait until it's warm enough to sit here again! The beautiful art on these benches is by Bo Han. You can find more of her amazing work here: https://www.boknowsart.com/

Quality sleep is vital to our physical and emotional health, but achieving it can be challenging. This is especially true for caregivers, who stay up late at night to finish chores in peace, or to finally relish some time for themselves. When caregivers of older adults are sleep deprived, it affects the health and safety of themselves and the ones they care for. So, how does sleep work and how can caregivers get more of it? Please JOIN US on Wednesday, November 18, 12:30pm-2...pm to learn more about how caregivers can improve their sleep health. Organized by Philadelphia Corporation for Aging's Caregiver Support Program and Lutheran Settlement House's CAregivers REducing Stress (CARES) Program, "Improving Caregiver Sleep" is a workshop focused on helping family caregivers to get better sleep. This workshop is free, and registration is required at this link: https://us02web.zoom.us//tZUtce2rrjkoG9LoPzbfchN3g_Eo8CVFS Learn more about the event here: https://www.meetup.com/Caregiver-Support-Group-Philadel//

TODAY! From 10-3, come by our building on 1340 Frankford Ave for our Fresh Farm Stand and Choice Pantry. Grab some delicious fresh veggies, dry goods, and even meat and dairy options! Don't miss it, as this is the last Farm Stand of the season! All are welcome

That's right, #givingtuesday2020 is only three weeks away! Can you believe it's almost December? And while we may all already know how awesome Philly is, you can join us in making it even better for everyone who lives here! So save the date, and join us on Giving Tuesday!

Our amazing STOP IPV Supervisor, Jessica Palardy, has been participating as an Interdisciplinary Research Leaders Fellow working to center DV survivor voices in hospital settings. Read more about her amazing work and the community she serves here! http://irleaders.org//meet-the-research-leaders-jessica-p/

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Every year, October is a time to celebrate survivors, raise awareness about DV, remember those who lost their lives to DV, and share steps we can all take to make DV unimaginable in our communities. We’ve put together a quick guide with 3 easy steps you can take to support survivors this month, and every month. We’ll be posting important info and resources all month long with our friends @womenagainstabuse @wit.philly and @congreso1977 - we hope you’ll join us! #dvam2020 #dvamphilly #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse

Need help filling out your 2020 Census? Join us on Zoom today from 12-1pm and we’ll walk you through the process. Go to zoom.us, click join, and enter the meeting ID and password on the flyer. See you soon! #lutheransettlementhouse #lshphilly #2020census

Our Choice Pantry will now be available every Wednesday while the weather allows! Join us on our deck tomorrow from 10am to 3pm for free fresh produce and pick your own pantry. Everyone is welcome! #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #lshchoicepantry

Interested in working at LSH??? We’re hiring a Budget and Grants Manager! Click below for more information about the position, and for instructions about how to apply. We also have a position open at our family shelter and in our DV program. Click our name in the link below to see all open positions at LSH!

TOMORROW! Join us for our first ever choice pantry. Shop and select the food you and your family love - all for free! Enter on our deck from 10am to 3pm. We’ll have fresh produce, dry goods, and meat and dairy products. See you tomorrow!

Do you subscribe to our e-newsletter? Click below to read our latest email about how we’re supporting children’s education at our family shelter during COVID. At any given time, up to 70 children and teens reside at our shelter, and while we’ve taken numerous steps to make sure our children are ready to thrive this school year, we still need you. Click below to learn how you can help. If you’re interested in receiving our e-Newsletters, click Subscribe at the top of the page.

Join us on our deck next Wednesday September 16th from 10am to 3pm for our free farm stand and pick your own pantry. We’ll have a variety of produce and shelf stable food, all free of charge! Everyone is welcome - no income verification or ID required. If you have any questions, call us at 215-426-8610. Can’t wait to see you next week! #lshphilly #lutheransettlementhouse #buildingcommunity #foodaccess

Classes start tomorrow! Click below to register!

Our Bilingual Domestic Violence Program has several trainings coming up in the next few weeks. Check the links in the comments to get more info and RSVP. They’re all virtual!

Don’t forget to sign up for our virtual digital literacy classes! We can help you set up a Zoom account AND you can win some pretty cool incentives. Classes begin next week. Register below!

Great article from Philadelphia Neighborhoods about how COVID-19 has altered the Domestic Violence service landscape in Philly, featuring LSH's own Marcella Nyachogo, Assistant Director of our Bilingual Domestic Violence Program. Our DV services are all still available via text, phone, video, or email. If you or someone you know feels unsafe, the Philly Domestic Violence hotline is still available 24/7 at 1-866-723-3014