At 2nd Mile we’re striving to love our community well, even during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Here is a list of helpful resources during this time. Be sure to check back often as new resources become available:

Duval Schools & Learning Assistance

All Florida schools will be closed through the end of the school year.
The Duval HomeRoom initiative will keep your child moving forward educationally with creative and familiar approaches to instruction appropriate for his or her grade level. Many of our activities will utilize learning platforms and programs your children routinely use. This instruction will be delivered in a way that your children can continue learning from the comfort of home while avoiding large groups as directed by health officials.

For the most up-to-date information and to learn more click here.

If your student does not have access to a computer, please fill out this survey for DCPS to provide the necessary materials.
Beginning Tuesday, March 17, a “grab and go” school lunch and snack will be available for students. These lunches may be picked up curbside at all district managed school campuses between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Students may receive the meal at their nearest school location. They do not have to go to their attendance school; however, the student must be present to receive the meal. Duval County Schools are now serving “grab and go” dinners for pick up between 11am-1pm.

You can find more information from Duval Schools here.
Scholastic has provided online learning tools based on grade for kids who are unable to attend school. Learn more here.
A teacher has compiled a list Virtual Field Trips that students can “go to” online. Find the list here.
More teacher compiled resources to support at home learning here.
Watch authors read books aloud here and here.

Health Assistance

Contact the COVID Call Center at the Florida Department of Health at (866) 779-6121 or COVID-19@flhealth.gov. If you develop symptoms such as fever, cough, and/or difficulty breathing, and have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19 or have recently traveled from an area with ongoing spread of COVID-19, stay home and call your healthcare provider. Learn more at Duval County Florida Health.
If you are needing to get tested, learn more about Jacksonville COVID-19 testing sites, who can get tested, and the steps you need to take to get tested, click here.
Telescope Health is providing free pre-screening for COVID-19 for Duval County residents who believe they may have the virus. Use the code HERE4YOU when checking out. Click here for more information and to start your pre-screening.

Volunteers in Medicine Jacksonville provides free healthcare services for working, uninsured patients. Check out more information about their services here or call (904) 399-2766.
Care for Your Coronavirus Anxiety The Shine App created this website to help with mental health specifically to deal with the impacts of COVID-19. Hits on anxiety, financial fears, isolation, xenophobia, info for parents, etc. Also has meditations, articles to read, and ways to take breaks.
JAX Ready provides general information regarding Jacksonville’s response to COVID-19, learn more here.
Florida Blue and New Directions Behavioral Health have teamed up to offer a hotline to help Floridians deal with their anxiety over the COVID-19 crisis. Specially trained behavioral health counselors will answer the phone 24-hours a day and offer assistance in both English and Spanish. To receive assistance, please call 833-848-1762.
Get support regarding your anxiety or stress by speaking to a trained counselor at SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 or by texting TalkWithUS 66746.
Aging True is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides a spectrum of services to seniors, including in home mental health care, therapy, and mobile health assessments. Call 904-807-7219 for information about their services or click here.

Living Assistance

Feeding Northeast Florida has a large network of food distribution partners. If you are in need of assistance, check out one near you.

Feeding Northeast Florida is providing meal kits for families that contain shelf-stable items, produce, and meat when available. For more information on the agencies distributing these, click here.
Food Finder is a national website that shows low-income families when and where to get free food from their closest pantry. There is also a mobile app, search for "Food Finder- Fighting Hunger."
For a list of food banks in the Duval area click here.
Boys and Girls Club is starting a Grab-and-Go dinner program, beginning on March 25th. To learn more and find your closest location, click here.
Text FLKIDSMEALS to 211-211 to find the closest participating Summer BreakSpot location with free meals available. Residents can also call 2-1-1 to speak with a live operator for additional information.
Expensify.org is reimbursing grocery receipts for families receiving SNAP benefits. For more information and how to download the app, click here.
Maple Street Biscuit Company is selling pantry items from their store in Murray Hill at low costs. Items include toilet paper, bottled water, paper towels, and fresh fruits and veggies. Learn more here.

Comcast "As our country continues to manage the COVID-19 emergency, Comcast is taking immediate steps to help connect low-income families to the Internet at home. New Internet Essentials customers will receive two free months of Internet service, which is available to all qualified low-income households for $9.95/month plus tax. Apply by April 30, 2020.” Learn more for access to internet here.

Comcast has also opened up the Xfinity wifi network for free. Learn more here.
AT&T is suspending the termination of wireless, home phone or broadband service when customers can't pay their bills because of coronavirus disruptions. The company is also waiving related late fees. Like Comcast, AT&T is also providing free access to its public WiFi hot spots. Learn more here.
Verizon is waiving late fees and suspending service termination for customers impacted by the global crisis. Learn more here.
JEA is suspending all service disconnections—electric and water—for customers who are unable to pay their bill on time. Learn more here.
United Way has a resource hotline where they will connect you with local resources available. Call 2-1-1 or 1-904-632-0600 for shelter, social, and human services.
Aunt Bertha is a website that compiles several different resources regarding food, health, work, education, etc. that are available in your zip code. Learn more here.
If you are in need of a job, check out this list of employers who are looking to hire more employees during this time.
Income Help this article has compiled resources for people regarding income assistance, housing, utilities, how to file for unemployment benefits, etc. Learn more here.
Unemployment Benefits: To learn more on how to apply for unemployment in Florida, click here.
Employment Opportunities: A few companies are actively hiring during this season. It’s recommended to apply online and then call your closest location to speak with a hiring manager. Click on the company to learn more and apply: Aldi, Costco, Walgreens, Dollar General, Comcast (inbound customer service, requires high school diploma or equivalent)
Special Store Hours for Seniors: