Free Resources for the Community During Coronavirus
In response to the expanding COVID-19 public health emergency, we are compiling lists of various free resources and services to help the Triangle community to cope with the COVID-19 epidemic.
This post will continue to be updated. Contact us if you are offering free resources or services because of the pandemic. Please e-mail communications@elcentronc.org to be included in this list. Together we will make a difference!
Free Resources To Help The Community During Coronavirus
HEALTH
- Our mobile unit in collaboration with Llibott Consultorios Medicos will be offering free medical services on Monday, March 16 from 1:00pm – 6:00pm in Villa Latina (421 Chapanoke Rd. Suite 156 Raleigh 27603).
FOOD
- NC Public Schools will allow schools closed due to Coronavirus (#COVID19) to serve meals to students through the summer meals programs in a non-congregate setting. More info: here
- If you are in need of food, please visit Food Bank partner agencies: here.
EDUCATION
- Education companies offering free subscriptions due to school closings, More info: http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/
- Experience the best museums from London to Seoul in the comfort of your own home. https://www.travelandleisure.com/attractions/museums-galleries/museums-with-virtual-tours
- Access to educational resources for all school levels. More info: alldigitalschool.com
UTILITIES
Electricity
Duke Energy is suspending disconnection for nonpayment effective immediately.
Water
Raleigh Water will suspend all water account disconnects due to non-payment of City of Raleigh utility bills. More information: https://raleighnc.gov/water#:~:text=
Internet
Spectrum plans to offer free internet to students without access as the novel coronavirus. To enroll, call 1-844-488-8395. For more information, click here.
Comcast also announced it would offer two months of free internet services to low-income households in its service areas.
AT&T would waive internet data overage fees for customers who have capped data plans.
Verizon would waive any late fees and not terminate any service for the next 60 days.
