COVID-19 DRAFT PAGE

The Southern Nevada Homelessness Continuum of Care (SNHCoC) is working closely with the government, non-profit agencies, and homeless services providers to create and implement a coordinated COVID-19/Coronavirus response related to people experiencing homelessness in Nevada. During this process, information and procedures for providers will be posted at https://helphopehome.org/covid-19-response/

GENERAL COVID-19 INFORMATION:

The list below contains vital information regarding COVID-19/Coronavirus. As the situation changes almost daily, we highly recommend you visit the sites often to remain up to date with the latest information and announcements:

Southern Nevada Health District: For Southern Nevada specific announcements regarding COVID-19.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: For full and up to date information regarding COVID-19.

Clark County COVID-19 Update Page: Clark County announcements and updates for community responses to COVID-19.

World Health Organization (Myths regarding Coronavirus): Common COVID-19 myths debunked by WHO.

United States Interagency Council on Homelessness: Additional resources for homeless service providers.

SNHCOC’s COORDINATED RESPONSE TO COVID-19:

  • We are coordinating with the local and federal government in learning and sharing information regarding the Coronavirus. 
  • We are coordinating with our homeless service providers and partners in keeping essential services available to clients. 
  • Resources for clients and providers are being compiled and available for use at our www.helphopehome.staging.tempurl.host website.
  • Additional resources are being compiled and shared for those directly or indirectly affected by the effects of COVID-19.

COMMUNITY’S RESPONSE TO COVID-19:

Nevada faces this challenge together and businesses and members of the community are stepping up to provide assistance to those affected.

  • United Way of Southern Nevada has compiled a list of organizations and businesses offering assistance to those affected. Please visit their website for more information.
  • NVEnergy suspends disconnects for nonpayment for those directly affected financially by coronavirus; waiving late fees and deposits and making allowances for those unable to pay due to self-isolation. Contact the company’s customer care center to make alternative payment arrangements. Call (702) 402-5555 or go online to https://www.nvenergy.com/.
  • Southwest Gas suspends service disconnects indefinitely during coronavirus; offering flexible payment options to customers experiencing financial hardships; making mobile and online access easy. Call (877) 860-6020 Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (hearing impaired should call 711) or visit https://www.swgas.com/en/home.  
  • City of Henderson has temporarily suspended shut-offs of water service.

DO YOU NEED ASSISTANCE?

  • United Way of Southern Nevada launches fund to assist those impacted by coronavirus. Fund is a collaboration of various valley nonprofit organizations pooling resources to help those impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. Donations and Volunteers needed. Individuals may request help at https://www.uwsn.org/COVID19
  • Expanded hours for filing online unemployment claims http://ui.nv.gov/css.html. Work-search requirement & 7-day wait period for approved unemployment benefits to be waived, allowing those submitting claims to receive benefits as soon as possible.
  • Small Business Administration (SBA) announces Economic Injury Disaster Loan program to provide small businesses with working capital loans up to $2 million. Get more information, on the SBA website.
  • Clark County School District will continue to provide meals to families who receive free meals. CCSD Food Distribution center locations.
  • Three Square Food Bank establishes Coronavirus Emergency Food Fund to help anyone facing food insecurities as a result of coronavirus or hardship caused by the virus outbreak. Learn more.

Operation HOME! is a community-wide effort to quickly and permanently house members of the Southern Nevada community who are in need of a home.
 
Our community is investing resources to get and keep tenants housed. Financial assistance, tenant case management and landlord support is available to make this happen.
 

Help find homes for 2,022 unhoused individuals by the end of 2022.

In Southern Nevada, we need more affordable rental units to help people in our community become financially independent and thrive. Our community needs more studio, 1 and 2 bedroom rentals as well as bigger units.

Learn More about becoming a property partner

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