SKCP news, June 18th - June 24th
South Kensington Community Partners
The Restore, Repair, Renew program
The Restore, Repair, Renew program is an initiative by the City of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority (PRA) to help Philadelphia homeowners get access to low-interest home equity loans to invest in their properties. Lenders participating in the program are offering a 10-year fixed-rate 3% interest home equity term loan ranging from $2,500 to $50,000.
Loans can fund a range of home repairs that focus on health, safety, weatherization, accessibility and modernizing outdated features. The goal of the program is to help Philadelphians improve their homes and strengthen their communities.
For more info visit: bit.ly/ClarifiRRR
Water Main Break at 4th and Berks Streets
A massive water main break in North Philadelphia occurred just before 7 a.m. Thursday, near the intersection of 4th and Berks Streets, at West Hewson Street. Officials say that a 20-inch transmission main broke. It’s more than 100 years old.
Read full story via CBS Philly
Learn more about water main breaks, what to expect, and other resources at: https://water.phila.gov/drinking-water/main-breaks/
To file a claim for damages visit: https://southstreet.com/?mdocs-file=6246
COVID-19 vaccine is now available for children under 5
Everyone 6 months and older is now eligible to be vaccinated against COVID-19. According to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health getting your whole family vaccinated is the best way to protect your loved ones and your community.
Click here for more info on getting your children vaccinated.
The Manufacturing Career Accelerator Program
The Manufacturing Career Accelerator Program (MCAP) is a skill-building and work readiness program that will put you on the fast track to a productive career in manufacturing.
In just 7 weeks, you will….
• Complete an intensive, industry-specific, skill-building boot camp, designed by manufacturing professionals
• Earn industry-valued credentials such as OSHA-10 and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
• Develop essential digital skills to communicate and learn in the workplace
This no-cost, virtual program includes:
• A Chromebook
• Four-hour, live and self-paced training sessions, Mon – Fri.
• Access to support services such as digital literacy and 1:1 career coaching.
• Networking with employers, including connections to hiring companies upon graduation.
Prerequisites: To participate in MCAP you must have a High School Diploma or GED, have access to a reliable car, pass a drug screening, and have a criminal background check completed.
For more info visit: https://www.pacareerlinkphl.org/calendar/manufacturing-career-accelerator-program-mcap-2/