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Victory Kitchen in Sandusky

Victory Kitchen is accepting donations for their annual Easter Basket project.
They are expecting a larger number of children this year and need your help.

They are now accepting donations of:

• Easter Baskets (empty or filled)
• Candy
• Small Toys
• Tissue paper in lieu of grass

Call (419) 627-8732 for more information Or drop off donations at 1613 Hayes Avenue in Sandusky.  http://www.victorykitchen.net/

United Fund Dine Out for the FUNd of it!  Every Wednesday At Area Restaurants
Help the United Fund and support our community restaurants at the same time!
A portion of the days sales will go toward the 2021 Community Campaign to help with local programs.

March 3rd- Bluto’s Hometown Tavern
March 10th- East of Chicago- Norwalk
March 17th- Main Street Cafe- Norwalk
March 24th- Norwalk Eagles (11:30a- 2:30p & 5:30p – 8:30p )
March 31st- Pizza Post- Norwalk
April 7th- Sidelines- Norwalk
April 14th- Freight House- Norwalk
April 21st- Pean’s Pizza Subs & Sudz- Monroeville 4-9pm
April 28th- Jimmy’s Backyard BBQ- Norwalk

For more information call the United Fund at 419-668-0269 or email the office at Office@NorwalkAreaUnitedFund.org

Sandusky Mall is now a Host Site for OHgo Food Distribution Every Wednesday

Every Wednesday from 3:30pm – 5:00pm in JCPenny north parking lot, OHgo will be handing out groceries.    This program will run from February 3rd through April 28th

The Erie County Health Department has announced six locations for giving COVID-19 vaccinations beginning the week of January 18th to people 80 and over in Erie County.
Those locations are The Erie County Health Department, Firelands Regional Health System in Sandusky; Kroger Pharmacy, and Discount Drug Mart in Perkins Township and Huron, and Giant Eagle Pharmacy in Vermilion.

The vaccines will be given by appointment.  To get an appointment call one of the locations:

• Erie County Health Department and Firelands Regional Health System: Register at CovidErieOhio.com or phone 567-867-8222.
• Kroger Pharmacy: Go to Kroger.com/OhioCovidVaccine or phone the COVID help line, starting on Saturday Jan. 16: 866-211-5320.
• Giant Eagle Pharmacy: Go to www.gianteagle.com/covidvaccine.
• Discount Drug Mart: In Sandusky, phone 419-625-0733, in Huron phone 419-433-4565.

Both Pfizer and Moderna vaccines will be given in Erie County.

The Ohio Department of Health wants to urge the community to familiarize yourself
with the symptoms of a Cold, Flu, and COVID-19
If you’re feeling sick, call your doctor first before going in.
Learn the different symptoms at http://www.Coronavirus.Ohio.gov

Ohio Dept. of Job & Family Services (ODJFS), which is responsible for unemployment
compensation benefits, has been struggling to deal with the volume of Ohioans trying to
apply for unemployment comp benefits.

If you need to file an unemployment claim, go to http://www.unemployment.ohio.gov.
A step-by-step guide to file your unemployment claim is available in the upper right-hand
corner of the page.  Your benefits are retroactive to when you became eligible.  If possible,
file claims during non-core business hours.

Second Harvest Food Bank of North Central Ohio needs your help now more than ever.
With the Covid-19 pandemic, there will be an increasing need to provide food for those in our
community.  You can help by donating or volunteering.  Your donations will help get food into
the hands of those who need it.  And volunteers are needed to sort and re-pack food, help
on-site distribution, work in the office, and more.
Please go to https://www.secondharvestfoodbank.org/  to donate online and learn more
information.
Find programs that help families at risk for hunger in every community.
Search the Second Harvest Partner Charity Directory.
www.secondharvestfoodbank.org/find-help/partner-directory
This Institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider.

Family Life Counseling and Psychiatric Services now offering Telemental Health and
Telerecovery Services. Call: (567) 560-3584   
The agency  is now offering Telemental Health and Telerecovery Services Option to the
community. Telemental Health and Telerecovery Services are the use of technology in order
to provide real-time counseling and support services from a distance.  Getting the support
you and your family need while sheltering at home just got easier.
Help is just a call away – (567) 560-3584

The Huron County Support Line is a free, non-judgmental, non-emergency support line
available to every person in the county. Individuals can call to get support and learn about
available mental health and recovery resources.  The Support Line is staffed by behavioral
health professionals who are trained to help.
Call (567) 743-7155

The Support Line is staffed 7 days a week from 8:00am – 10:00pm daily.
This is not a crisis hotline.  If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 800-826-1306.

Mental Health & Recovery Board of Erie & Ottawa County
Need someone to talk to? Is the stress of the disrupted routines, social distancing, and
overall uncertainty of the future weighing on you?
Call the COVID CareLine at 1-800-720-9616.  It’a a new toll-free number staffed by
professionals who offer confidential emotional support.

Family Health Services
Seniors, feeling sick or concerned about your health?  Sandusky’s Family Health Services
is here for your primary care or behavioral health needs and is also committed to continuing
care for Veterans during this time of need.
See a clinician through your phone or computer by calling 419-502-2800 for an appointment
OR see a provider in person OR if a Clinician determines you have symptoms, be treated in
your vehicle.
Family Health Services has two locations:
1912 Hayes Avenue  Open M W F 8-5 p.m. and T TH open 8-7 p.m. Call 419-502-2800 and
620 East Water Street, in walking distance of downtown housing.
Open M W F 8-5 p.m. and T TH 8-6 p.m.  Call 419-502-2839 for assistance.

The Port Clinton Chamber is committed to their mission of improving the economic and business
climate of the greater Port Clinton Area. During this crisis, they have added a COVID-19 News blog
to the website, www.portclintonchamber.com. This page is updated daily with important information
regarding help for your business as well other important information such as ways to support local
safely. You can also follow on Facebook @PCChamber for info on local events and more. As always,
your Port Clinton Chamber is here for YOU!

The Animal House Sober Club- First Steps Recovery Meetings Every Wednesday at 7pm
An open recovery meeting for ANY addict ready to start their journey!!
**A place for the recovery community to have in person meetings, each day of the week, regardless of what’s going on in the world. This is a safe sober club, where individuals can come to fellowship, and hold recovery functions.**

Huron County Veterans Service Commission Temporary Changes
The Offices will be open from 8:30am – 4:00pm Monday through Friday, except holidays, to answer
phone calls for information 419-668-4150.   Most information can be found online.   http://www.HuronCountyVets.com

Meeting of the Huron County Veteran Service Commission will be held by teleconference on the
1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2pm.
Please call the Huron Veteran Service Office with any questions.

The Vermilion Chamber has created a new page on our website dedicated to COVID19 news,
merchant info, restaurant info, churches, food pantry, senior citizens services, Vermilion School kids
on lunch program etc.
https://vermilionohio.com/covid-19-latest-news/
After you click on the link…click on the picture Vermilion, OH COVID-19 Community Guide Resource
Guide and that will get you to all the information.

Veteran Services is located inside Firelands South Campus Building, 1912 Hayes Avenue,
if you need an in-person visit for primary care or behavioral health.
Hours of Operation:  M W F 8-5 p.m.      T & TH 8-7 p.m.
Appointments are available in person, through a telehealth visit or if a Clinician determines
someone has the symptoms of COVID-19, Drive Up service is available with someone remaining
in their car.  Call our designated Veteran Hotline for more information: 419-219-4735

Victory Kitchen “We Walk In Faith, Not Fear”
At this crucial time of the COVID 19 Panademic, Victory Kitchen is still standing strong to be the
helping hands to those in need in the community.
They are providing Hot Meals for Breakfast and Lunch, prepared fresh daily for patrons to take
home. Along with the hot food, they are providing  food bags (1 per Adult & 1 per Child).
If you would like to make a donation, monetarily or product please call 419-627-8732 and speak
with a staff member.
Thank you for your continued support and God Bless!

The Mercy Flu clinic is now open to serve patients experiencing any flu-like symptoms
Hours there are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 8pm, Saturday – Sunday, 11:00 am to 5 pm.
Before heading to the Flu Clinic to be triaged, please call the Mercy Health Hotline phone number at
888-700-9011.
Symptoms Treated:
*Fever       *Muscle/Body Aches     *Headaches     *Fatigue/Tiredness
*Sometimes Vomiting & Diarrhea
If you have flu like symptoms or think you have the flu PLEASE DO NOT go to any
Mercy Health Physician Practice.
Virtual visits are also available with a primary care physician.
Please call 440-988-3705 to schedule your visit.

The Ohio Department of Health has opened a call center to answer questions about Coronavirus.
The center is staffed by licensed nurses and infectious disease experts.
The call center is open 7 days a week from 9am-8pm at 1-833- 4-ASK-ODH
That number again is 1-833-4-ASK-ODH

SUPPORT FOR SMALL BUSINESSES & NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

The Ohio Development Services Agency is preparing to submit an application in the coming week to
qualify Ohio for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program.
This program provides low-interest loans up to $2 million in order to help businesses overcome the
temporary loss of revenue during the state of emergency.
Non profit organizations in Ohio will also be eligible for low-interest loans through the SBA’s
Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
In order to complete the state’s application, businesses impacted by the current public health crisis
should immediately send their contact information to BusinessHelp@Development.Ohio.gov.
Additional information on the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program is available at https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance

Firelands Regional Medical Center has implemented visitor restrictions.
If you have a cough, chills, fever, headache, muscle aches, sore throat, or believe you have the flu
and do not need emergency care, do not come in. Visitation is restricted to healthy immediate
family or immediate support person 18 and over.

To protect patients and staff, Fisher Titus Medical Center has implemented visitor restrictions
For more information visit FisherTitus.org   

Girl Scouts of North East Ohio
Because of Girl Scouts… you’ll see your girl’s confidence and self-esteem boost as she makes a
difference not only in her community, but the world! With Girl Scouts, girls receive lifelong lessons,
friendships, and amazing opportunities! Girl Scouts is the place for every girl, and we can’t wait to
welcome you and yours today. Troops are open and you’re invited to join us for FREE virtual events! Visit http://www.gsneo.org/join to join Girl Scouts or to register for an event.

Imagination Library  Huron County is launching the Huron County Imagination Library with the help of Dolly Parton and the Ohio Governor’s Imagination Library.  Parents of children from birth through age 5 can register to receive a free book each month.Visit ohioimaginationlibrary.org to follow the easy instructions to enroll your child to receive a free book in the mail each month at no cost to you.Each book is tailored for the child’s age group.

Friday Fish Fry at the Monroeville American Legion Post #547       11am -1pm  &  5:50pm – 8pm
Come get some Fish, Shrimp and Chicken.  Take Out ONLY    EVERY FRIDAY!

Sandusky Recreation Department- WINTER PROGRAMS
Gymnastics classes for age groups ranging from 18 months up to 18 years of age.
Midtown Supper Club Season III:  If your child loves to cook then this 7 week event is for them.  Ages 8 to 16
Moving with Mookie-  6 weeks of dancing & creative movement for ages 5 to teens
Intro To ASL-Sign Language-  A 6 week course that teaches the basics to sign, lip read and the deaf culture.                                                                 This course is for ages 5 and up
Basic Spanish with Carly- Learn Spanish through use of Songs, Games, Crafts, Stories and more. Ages 5 & up
Make It Sew Easy with Miss Stephanie- 6 weeks of hands on learning and a project you get to keep. Ages 10 & up
INFORMATION FOR THESE WINTER PROGRAMS AND MORE GO TO http://www.CityOfSandusky.com/Recreation