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This Isn’t a Handout. It’s Infrastructure.
Community Action is more than charity—it’s essential infrastructure. From disaster relief to daily support, local agencies provide housing, food, mental health resources, and recovery systems. Learn why funding Community Action like infrastructure is critical to resilient, thriving communities.
PA Navigate & Union-Snyder Community Action
Interview with Rachel Herman and Nicole Peterson, Union-Snyder Community Action Agency
Philadelphia's Proactive Approach: Canvassing Homes to Tackle the Opioid Crisis
In an innovative move, Philadelphia's Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity is tackling the opioid crisis head-on by going door-to-door. This groundbreaking initiative aims to prevent fatal overdoses and raise awareness in neighborhoods facing rising rates. The city's proactive approach involves distributing vital resources, including Narcan, and initiating conversations about drug use directly with residents. This community-driven strategy sheds light on overdose hotspots often overlooked, emphasizing the need for open discussions and resources within families and communities.