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Farmer's Market Checks are here! WIC participants aged 4 months+ are eligible to receive $30 fruit/vegetable benefits. Walk-ins will be seen during clinic hours at the Lancaster location ONLY between July 1 and September 30: bit.ly/3rjTx9j #caplanc

No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are struggling to keep food on the table, don't hesitate to get help: 🍞 Apply for SNAP: dhs.pa.gov/SNAP 📍 Find local resources: feedingpa.org 🥘Find other resources: dhs.pa.gov/Ending-Hunger

DYK Salmonella can live on surfaces for up to 32 hours? Be sure to clean kitchen surfaces and utensils before and after preparing meals, especially for your children! Younger children are at greater risk for foodborne illness. #BackToSchoolFoodSafety

Farmer's Market Checks are here! WIC participants aged 4 months+ are eligible to receive $30 fruit/vegetable benefits. Walk-ins will be seen during clinic hours at the Lancaster location ONLY between July 1 and September 30: bit.ly/3rjTx9j #caplanc

No kid should go hungry because school has ended.☀️ 🍞 Free, nutritious meals for kids are available this summer via the @USDA Summer Food Service Program! 📍 Find summer meals in your community: 📱 Text: FOOD or COMIDA to 914-342-7744 💻 fns.usda.gov/meals4kids

📢 Your voice and feedback are important in improving the impact of #CAPLanc. Pleasetake a moment to share your experienceand consider adding your name to beentered into a raffle for a $100/gift cardand/or joining our CAP Advisory Board. bit.ly/3Chqndi

Is it time to renew your Medicaid or CHIP coverage❓ Watch for, complete + return your renewal packet on time to avoid losing your health coverage. Learn more + start your renewal online ⤵️ 💻 dhs.pa.gov/Staycovered

You’re Invited to Speak Up! Pennsylvania WIC wants your feedback on how to improve the WIC Program - meets are held in person and virtually: bit.ly/44OQhCm #CAPLanc #communityaction #strongertogether

If today is difficult for you, please know you're not alone. The Lifeline is here for you, whenever you need someone to talk to, at 988 💚 #MothersDay

FOOD PANTRY DAY! Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, the Crispus Attucks Community Center provides a FREE Food Pantry from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Please bring a form of ID and a cart/someone to help you carry the pre-packaged food boxes. All are welcome!

Our goal is to always help you feel better after you contact 211, no matter what! We're here to help 24/7/365! Just #dial211, message, text your zip code to 898211 or visit pa211east.org

Taking care of yourself is an essential part of your #mentalhealth. What does #selfcare look like to you? #MentalHealthMonth #TakeCareOfYou

Summer is right around the corner! Sign up for the @hstartlanc Summer Camp at the @PequeaValley Early Learning Center! Each week will be a new theme with fun activities. Make this summer a memorable one! ☀️ bit.ly/40POaeT #summercamp

It's OK to take a break when you need it. This #MentalHealthMonth prioritize self-care & take time to recharge. Your mental health is important & seeking support when you need it is vital. Call, chat or text 988 for free, confidential, judgment-free support 24/7 #988Lifeline

📆 ❗ DEADLINE REMINDER: The 2023 LIHEAP season closes Friday! If you are a qualifying, low-income PA family who has outstanding home heating bills, this program can help through one-time cash grants. THERE’S STILL TIME❗ Learn More + Apply Today ▶️ dhs.pa.gov/LIHEAP

Do you have a child who will attend Kindergarten in the @ELANCOSD for the 23-24 school year? Join us for the Kindergarten Open House! @HStartLanc bit.ly/3lBG1f1

❓ DYK: All Medicaid + CHIP households must renew their coverage each year. Don’t risk losing coverage — Complete your renewal when your packet arrives. 💻 Find out your renewal date & get ready: dhs.pa.gov/COMPASS ☎️ 1-866-550-4355 (215-560-7226 in Philadelphia)

This week the Lancaster Public Library has 56 new books and ten new movies. New items include Plane and PAW Patrol. wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?p=2317…

Grid games can be some of the earliest experiences children have with board games. They are simple to make, easy to organize, customizable for children's interests, and they are MATHEMATICAL. The Math in Ten Using a Grid Game: earlymath.erikson.edu/the-math-in-te… #kinderchat #ECEchat #ECE

Share this post with someone who is thinking about enrolling in a Head Start program! Find more frequently asked questions about Head Start services here: buff.ly/3xcsI5m