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Delegate Shaneka Henson - Newsletter




In 2019, Annapolis native Shaneka Henson joined Maryland's House of Delegates succeeding the late former Speaker Michael E. Busch. Learn more about the trial attorney and former Alderwoman who's family values make her a passionate and bright leader.


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VAX FACTS-- Know the facts about the COVID-19 vaccine? Check out a clip from the Victory Lap Youth Summit that Delegate Henson participated in last week, hosted by the AACO Department of Health -- Office of Health Equity at Fresh Start Church (Glen Burnie, MD). Watch the full event HERE


Resources, Community News & Updates
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Latest in the Fight Against COVID-19-- As of August 18, 2021 all Maryland nursing home, and hospital employees are required to provide proof of vaccination or adhere to a regular COVID-19 screening and testing protocol.

Beginning September 1, 2021 the MD Department of Health will require all employees of Maryland nursing homes and hospitals statewide to show proof of first or single dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine.

Find the Directive and Order—HERE
More Monthly Help for Internet Costs Available SOON
The NEW program, Maryland Emergency Broadband Benefit Subsidy pays up to $65 per month (when combined with the federal program) for up to 12 months Internet access.

Find More Information HERE
Silent Auction Donations Needed
The Maryland Economic Development Association is seeking donations for its Silent Auction. Your donation will be bid on to support the development of economic development practitioners in the State of Maryland.

Email for more information HERE
Give Your Feedback on Policing
Anne Arundel County (AACo), AACo Police Department and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health recently launched a community survey on policing. Give your feedback.

Take the survey HERE
Learn More About African Heritage
Join African Diaspora Affairs of Anne Arundel County to learn more about the rich heritage and impact of African culture in our community. On September 18 attend the 1st African Heritage Festival at The Odenton Library.

Find More Information HERE
CONGRATS to Last Week's
VAX-U $50,000 Scholarship Winner FROM ANNAPOLIS!
Congratulations to last week's VAX-U winner from Annapolis! Individuals ages 12-17 who provided a Maryland address at the time of vaccination and have received the COVID-19 vaccine in Maryland are automatically entered into the promotion to win a $50,000 scholarship in the form of a Prepaid College Trust or College Investment Plan from Maryland 529 to cover the tuition and fees for a public four-year college or university. Two winners will be selected every Monday until Sept. 6th.

Find more information HERE
Hiring Fair for New Americans
On Wednesday August, 25th from 1:00-3:00pm, the Skilled Immigrant Task Force will host a hiring fair for new Americans. Secure a job that matches your professional and educational background.
Learn about resume & cover-letter strategies, job interview techniques, and tips on credential evaluations

Register HERE
Back to School, Before & Aftercare Slots Available at Select Locations
School is almost back in session and the City of Annapolis Recreation and Parks Department (ARPD) is happy to announce the plan to return AM/PM
Child Care.
Child care will be held at the following elementary schools:
Annapolis, Germantown, Hillsmere,
Mills-Parole and West Annapolis
Sign Up HERE
Library Weeding Opportunity Volunteers Needed
The Michael Busch Annapolis Library 'Weed to Read' crew needs extra folks to help. Join a fun group of volunteers who weed bi-weekly. The next weeding session is Saturday 8/28, beginning at 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Volunteers are asked to bring water, sunscreen, a trowel and gloves.

For more information, contact Susan by email at HERE
Dental Clinics Open in the Community for Adults and Kids
Patients 21 and under, uninsured or underinsured can interview to qualify for free or reduced cost dental services for 1 year. Open Monday-Friday 8:00am- 4:00pm.

Click HERE to get started.

Adults 21 and older looking for Dental Services can coordinated services through the AACO dental service coordinator at 410-222-3090.

For more information, contact Susan by email at HERE
New & Growing Businesses Get Rental Assistance
Businesses with 50 or fewer employees are encouraged to apply to receive rental subsidies of $2,500 per month for 12 months—up to $30,000—to help offset start-up costs to occupy vacant spaces (vacant for past six months or more) in and around Maryland's downtown and main streets.

Find more information and apply HERE 
COVID-19 Survivors Support Group
If you or a loved one has experienced COVID-19, you can join COVIDCONNECT! A virtual support groups that meets every Thursday (6:30-8:00pm).

Learn more HERE
COVID-19 Guidance, Masks & Clinics
Get Help Finding Jobs & Hiring New Employees
State of Maryland COVID-19 Information and Resources

The Department of Labor has guaranteed that they will get to all applicants; however, due to the overwhelming number of applicants, they cannot provide a time estimate. To troubleshoot, go to https://www.dllr.state.md.us/employment/unemployment.shtml.

If you are unable to determine your issue through the FAQs featured on the website, please send my office an email explaining the issues you're facing as well as the following information so that we may present that to our Legislative Liaison:
  • Full legal name
  • Phone number
  • Claim/Claimant ID (if applicable)

Please note that Senator Elfreth, Delegate Jones and I submit the same claims.
Pandemic Assistance
Childcare Assistance HERE

Court-Ordered Eviction HERE or call1-800-332-6347

Emergency Shelter call (410) 417-7260 Monday-Friday
24 hours a day, 7 days a week call County Warm Line at 410-768-5522

Energy Assistance (BGE) utility shut offs resumed Nov. 16, 2020 call the Community Action Agency's 24/7 hotline at 833-888-0401

Evictions CDC/DHS eviction moratorium has been renewed through October 3, 2021 preventing the eviction of tenants certain tenants who are unable to make rental payments.

Federal Student Loans (UPDATED: Student loan payments have been suspended through January 31, 2022 for federally held student loans.) HERE

Foreclosure Prevention free confidential counseling call 410-222-7600 HERE

Rental Assistance call 410-222-7600 or HERE

Taxi Voucher Program serving older adults and individuals with disabilities AACO residents call 410-222-4CAB (4222) or click HERE; Annapolis residents call 410-263-7964 or click HERE

Temporary Cash Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)/Food Stamps HERE or call1-800-332-6347

UPDATED--Find energy assistance for Maryland residents HERE:
  • The Electric Universal Service Program (EUSP) helps eligible customers pay for a portion of their current electric bill.
  • The Arrearage Retirement Assistance (ARA) program helps customers with large, past due electric and gas bills receive forgiveness of up to $2,000 toward their past due bill.
  • Bill payment assistance may also be available from the Fuel Fund of Maryland.
Community Food Distributions

Below are some food giveaways scheduled for this week:

  • City of Annapolis, Office of Emergency Management, Every Friday 12:00pm-2:00pm, Pip Moyer Recreation center, Every Fridays-12-2pm, To be placed on the list, call/e-mail Office of Emergency Management: (410) 216 - 9167; kltisch@annapolis.gov

  • Light of the World Family Ministries at Pip Moyer Rec Ctr., 273 Hilltop Lane Annapolis, MD, every Tuesday 12:00pm-2:00pm, Drive Ups and Walk Ups Food Giveaway

  • St. Luke’s Food, Baby & Senior Pantry at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 1101 Bay Ridge Ave., every Tuesday 11:00am-12:00pm, (food, infant formula, diapers and wipes, adult formula supplement and adult incontinence protection items), bring ID

  • Tyler Heights Elementary School, 11 Janwall Street Annapolis, MD, every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month 10:00am-12:00pm

  • Mills Parole Elementary School, 1 George & Marion Phelps Lane Annapolis, MD, every 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month 10:00am-12:00pm

  • Asbury United Methodist Church, 87 West St Annapolis MD, has a food giveaway every Thursday, by appointment only, from 5:30pm - 7pm, call 443-297-9344 or 410-757-2995

  • Heritage Baptist Church, 1740 Forest Drive Annapolis MD, has food giveaway every Tuesday 9:30am-11am (must provide ID and proof of residency)

  • First Baptist Church of Annapolis, 31 W. Washington Street, gives away pantry bags and restaurant prepared meals every Saturday, 11 am - 1 pm

Delivery and transportation options are available for those unable to pick-up in person. Call Office of Emergency Management at 410-260-2211 to Schedule a Fresh Food Delivery Option.

Information on regularly scheduled pantries can be found at the top of my newsletter by clicking on the link next to "Food Resources in District 30A." Please send an email to Shaneka.Henson@house.state.md.us if you know of a food resource that should be included in this newsletter.
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