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Residents Only Archives - Community Housing Initiatives News https://www.chihousing.com/blog/category/residents-only/ Just another Rent Cafe Blogs Sites site Fri, 14 Aug 2020 17:51:31 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 227028265 Free, Confidential Financial Conversations from ISU Extension and Outreach https://www.chihousing.com/blog/2020/04/13/free-confidential-financial-conversations-from-isu-extension-and-outreach/ Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:16:00 +0000 http://chihousing.reslisting.com/blog/?p=645 Many Iowans have experienced a sudden income drop, yet the bills keep coming. In these uncertain times, it is important to make decisions based on trustworthy information and to take action sooner rather than later. Because ISU Extension and Outreach staff are currently working from home, Iowans are invited to reach out to our Human…

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Many Iowans have experienced a sudden income drop, yet the bills keep coming. In these uncertain times, it is important to make decisions based on trustworthy information and to take action sooner rather than later. Because ISU Extension and Outreach staff are currently working from home, Iowans are invited to reach out to our Human Sciences Extension financial educators by telephone or email. Confidential individual conversations can help walk through ideas and options to create or revise a budget, set priorities for bill payment, connect with community resources to stretch incomes and other personal financial issues—free of charge. Phyllis Zalenski, ISU human sciences specialist in family finance, can share trusted web-based resources, tools and worksheets used or developed by ISU Extension and Outreach. Contact Phyllis Zalenski at 319-480-1106 or [email protected] during regular business hours. You also can leave a phone message at Extension’s toll-free Iowa Concern hotline (800-447-1985) to have someone get back to you. For more information visit the Human Sciences Extension’s Managing Personal Finances in Tough Times webpage.
The information provided is educational in nature to help you make your own informed decisions and is not intended to substitute for professional advice or serve as an endorsement of any financial product or service. Consult with licensed professionals prior to implementing any of the information provided to determine the course of action best for you.

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Stay on top of financial obligations as best you can https://www.chihousing.com/blog/2020/04/01/stay-on-top-of-financial-obligations-as-best-you-can/ Wed, 01 Apr 2020 15:04:00 +0000 http://chihousing.reslisting.com/blog/?p=567 As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact more people, force new levels of normalcy, and trigger heightened emotions, we ask our residents to stay calm, vigilant, and focused on what truly matters. Paying rent is one of those things that truly matters, and we're here to help with payment options for staying current (or even…

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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact more people, force new levels of normalcy, and trigger heightened emotions, we ask our residents to stay calm, vigilant, and focused on what truly matters. Paying rent is one of those things that truly matters, and we're here to help with payment options for staying current (or even ahead) with rent. If you can continue to pay your bills, do so—even if you're offered an extended grace period from a service provider.

Economic Impact Payments are coming soon and will be a great resource for helping you stay on top of financial obligations. We encourage you to heavily consider your financial obligations and prioritize so you can use this much needed support in the most responsible way possible.

The distribution of economic impact payments will begin in the next three weeks and will be distributed automatically, with no action required. Please do not call the IRS about this. When more specific details become available, the IRS will update this page.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today announced that Social Security beneficiaries who are not typically required to file tax returns will not need to file an abbreviated tax return to receive an Economic Impact Payment. Instead, payments will be automatically deposited into their bank accounts.

During this time, we are also offering you the ability to phone in your rent payment to our Spencer Corporate Office at (712) 262-5640. With documented evidence you've applied for unemployment, we will waive the late fee if your rent is on its way but running late.

Continue to check our Resources for Residents page for helpful information on services and organizations committed to supporting our communities.

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Organizations Who Are Inspiring Us https://www.chihousing.com/blog/2020/03/26/organizations-who-are-inspiring-us/ Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:18:00 +0000 http://chihousing.reslisting.com/blog/?p=546 We are experiecing so many moments of strength during these unprecedented times. As our team continues to hear about and uncover resources that may be of support to our residents, we will post them here on our blog and on our dedicated page of Resources for Residents. Below are links to organizations on the frontline…

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We are experiecing so many moments of strength during these unprecedented times. As our team continues to hear about and uncover resources that may be of support to our residents, we will post them here on our blog and on our dedicated page of Resources for Residents. Below are links to organizations on the frontline of war with COVID-19. Thank you.
  • Domestic Workers is providing $400 in emergency assistance for qualifying home care workers, nannies, and house cleaners who are experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This allows these workers to stay home and stay safe. 
  • Feeding America is supporting local food banks to ensure nobody goes hungry during the pandemic.
  • Meals on Wheels delivers meals to vulnerable senior citizens. Their COVID-19 Response Fund will get emergency resources to local programs.
  • No Hungry Kid is working to ensure that no child who normally receives a meal from a school lunch program goes hungry during the pandemic.
  • Global Giving is helping stop the spread of the virus by giving communities on the front lines of the crisis the resources they need to act quickly and protect the most vulnerable. The organization sends doctors, nurses, and health care workers to communities in need and is also helping to get masks, ventilators, and other lifesaving medical supplies to hospitals and clinics. 
  • One Fair Wage is providing cash assistance to restaurant workers, car service drivers, delivery workers, and personal service workers who often rely on tips and whose income is threatened by COVID-19. 
  • AmeriCares is funding the distribution of critical supplies, education, training, and other support for its staff and partners here at home and around the world.
  • UNITE HERE is providing economic relief for working families facing layoffs and uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Tanager Place in Cedar Rapids Offers Teletherapy https://www.chihousing.com/blog/2020/03/25/tanager-place-in-cedar-rapids-offers-teletherapy/ Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:15:00 +0000 http://chihousing.reslisting.com/blog/?p=540 Tanager Place, a children’s mental health care not-for-profit based in Cedar Rapids, is offering teletherapy for Iowans of all ages. "We know people of all ages are feeling the pressure of this new environment, and that our organization has the ability to step up and help," said Tonya Hotchkin, vice president of clinical services in…

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Tanager Place, a children’s mental health care not-for-profit based in Cedar Rapids, is offering teletherapy for Iowans of all ages.

"We know people of all ages are feeling the pressure of this new environment, and that our organization has the ability to step up and help," said Tonya Hotchkin, vice president of clinical services in an email. 

The center is accepting new clients of all ages and is offering individual, family, and group therapy as well as mental health assessments via teletherapy. Get in touch with Tanager Place outpatient services by emailing or by calling (319) 286-4545. Residents, visit our dedicated page to explore resources that may be of support to you.

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Which retailers will be accepting SNAP payments online? https://www.chihousing.com/blog/2020/03/25/which-retailers-will-be-accepting-snap-payments-online/ Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:01:00 +0000 http://chihousing.reslisting.com/blog/?p=534 As of March 11, 2020, SNAP Online Purchasing has expanded to Iowa. Only eligible food may be purchased with SNAP benefits; delivery fees and other associated charges may not be paid for with SNAP benefits. On Jan. 5, 2017, FNS announced the selection of seven retailers for the initial launch of the SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot.…

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As of March 11, 2020, SNAP Online Purchasing has expanded to Iowa. Only eligible food may be purchased with SNAP benefits; delivery fees and other associated charges may not be paid for with SNAP benefits.

On Jan. 5, 2017, FNS announced the selection of seven retailers for the initial launch of the SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot. Since that time, FNS has offered participation in phase one of the pilot to additional retailers.

  • Amazon
  • Dash’s Market
  • FreshDirect
  • Hy-Vee, Inc.
  • Safeway
  • ShopRite
  • Walmart Stores, Inc.
  • Wright’s Markets, Inc.

Learn more by following this link to the full article. Residents, visit our dedicated page to explore resources that may be of support to you.

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