COVID 19: Are You Caring for a Loved One at Home? New Paid Leave, Unemployment Benefits, and Waiver Payments Available to Families Taking Care of Loved Ones with Disabilities at Home (Disability Rights Pennsylvania)
U.S. Department of Labor: Coronavirus Resources (includes information on workplace safety, leave, and unemployment insurance flexibilities)
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC): Coronavirus and COVID-19 (includes information about the ADA and Rehabilitation Act, and pandemic preparedness in the workplace)
Job Accommodation Network (JAN): COVID-19 Resources (includes information on requesting reasonable accommodations, masks, and accommodation strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic)
PA Office of Unemployment Compensation: COVID-19 Guidance and Resources (includes FAQs and information on eligibility and filing for unemployment benefits)
When you apply for Unemployment Compensation you have to state a “reason for separation.” Here are common scenarios during the COVID-19 crisis to help you figure out what to select under “reason for separation” (Philadelphia Legal Assistance) (English and Spanish)
If you are out of work or are losing hours because of the current public health crisis, you should qualify for PA Unemployment Compensation (Philadelphia Legal Assistance) (English and Spanish)
Food Stamps (SNAP), Medicaid (MA), Cash Assistance (TANF), and Heating Bill Assistance (LIHEAP) benefits information (Community Legal Services)