Category: Coronavirus

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update from Supervisor Norman Yee

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn city government, Coronavirus, District 7, Norman YeeLeave a comment
March 27, 2020
Dear Friends and Neighbors,
This is a difficult time for our city, and I want to thank everyone for doing their part by continuing to follow the shelter-in-place order.  By following the local local shelter-in-place order, staying home, and practicing social distancing we can protect one another and save lives.Though our lives have changed in ways that we couldn’t have imagined just weeks ago, I have also been inspired by the incredible leadership of District 7 neighborhood associations that have stepped up to outreach to our senior and vulnerable residents. While Resilient Miraloma Park, West Portal, METNA, Lakeside 1, and Community Connectors have already began outreaching and activated their members, my office is working to support and engage our other neighborhood associations to leverage relationships in their communities so that those who may want or need support know that it is available. I want to ensure that everyone in District 7 is made aware of available resources and we unite as a community to help one another.We have weathered hard times as a city before, and we will all get through this by supporting one another. Please know that you can reach out to my office during this challenging time – we are all here to help.Sincerely,

Norman

In this newsletter you will find information about: [page down to view topics] 

  • How to Report COVID-19 Xenophobia
  • Tenant & Homeowner Resources
  • Employee & Business Resources
  • Healthcare: Covered California Special Enrollment Period
  • SFUSD School Extended Closures & Free Meals During School Closures
  • Parks & Open Spaces
  • SFMTA-Muni Service Changes
  • Resources & Activities for Seniors
  • Mental Health Services
  • How You Can Help – Volunteer or Donate

We are all empowered when we have access to accurate information, so I want to make sure you know that you can get information about accessing resources and services here:

Sign-Up For City Alerts: 

The Department of Emergency Management has established a system to update you by phone, via text message, which you can initiate by texting COVID19SF to 888-777.

For Updated Information About Resources, Announcements, and News Visit: 

City and County of San Francisco’s COVID-19 Website
State of California’s COVID-19 Website

Should I call 3-1-1 or 9-1-1 about COVID-19?

For all non-emergency services or questions related to COVID-19, call 3-1-1 or visit sf311.org. 

For a police, fire, medical, or other emergency, call 9-1-1.

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Call for Volunteers: Covid-19 Emergency Response Volunteer (CERV) Program

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn Community, Coronavirus, UncategorizedLeave a comment

This new City-run program needs volunteers.

Covid-19 Emergency Response Volunteer (CERV) Program

Connecting San Franciscans in this critical time of need

ABOUT THE CERV PROGRAM

CERV is a program created in partnership between the City of San Francisco’s Department of Disability and Aging Services (DAS) and Shanti Project. CERV Volunteers provide one time or occasional practical support to older and vulnerable adults who are strongly advised to limit outdoor exposure during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Examples of support include grocery shopping; delivery of pet food, medication, and other essentials; and mail pick up.

VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENTS

  • Volunteers must be in good health and under the age of 60
  • Volunteers are required to pass a background check
  • Volunteers are required to follow San Francisco Coronavirus protocol

Read the full story and how to volunteer here:  https://www.shanti.org/volunteer/sf-covid-19-emergency-response-volunteer-program/

Changes in Muni Service

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn Coronavirus, SFMTA, TransitLeave a comment

FROM SF MUNICIPAL TRANSIT AGENCY:

HeadsUp: Starting this Monday, 3/30, the following temporary service changes will take effect until further notice:

Muni Metro service:

  • Subway service will be suspended and replaced by bus substitutions.
    • The following stations will be closed:
      • West Portal, Forest Hill, Castro, Church and Van Ness.
    • Downtown stations shared with BART will remain open during BART operating hours. However, the Muni section will be closed at the following stations:
      • Civic Center, Powell, Montgomery and Embarcadero. 
  • Bus shuttles will provide service on all Muni Metro lines.
    • Bus shuttles will use the same stop locations as the Early Morning Metro Bus Service. 
    • The interval times on weekdays will be:
      • 10-minutes for the N Bus.
      • 12-minutes for all other lines.
    • The interval times on weekends will be:
      • 15-minutes on all lines.
  • Arrival times for Metro train service will no longer be available. For Metro bus shuttle service arrival time predictions, please check Nextbus for:
    • JBus
    • KTBus
    • LBus
    • MBus
    • NBus

Rapid Route service:

  • Service on the 5R, 9R, 28R, and 38R will be suspended. Use local bus service.
    • The 5 will use longer coaches, serving all local stops between Cabrillo/La Playa and the Transit Center for all hours of service.
    • The 9 will use longer coaches, serving all local stops between Sunnydale/McLaren School and Main/Mission for all hours of service.
    • The 38 will extend to 48th Ave after serving the VA hospital.
  • The 14R will continue to operate.

Beginning Saturday, April 4:

  • Weekend 47 service will be suspended.
    • Use the 49 which will be extended to Fisherman’s Wharf (weekends only).

Previously announced service changes:

  • Express, 41, 88 and E Line service suspended
  • Bus shuttles providing all cable car and F Line service
    • F Line service will be between Ferry & Pier 39 only

In addition to service, other information regarding parking enforcement, fines, fees, and more can be found on our COVID-19 Development and Response webpage.

City Resources during Coronavirus Emergency

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Here are some resources during this time of emergency.

Call for California Volunteers

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Dear Fellow Californians,
Last night, Governor Gavin Newsom announced the launch of the Neighbor-to-Neighbor campaign, which calls on neighbors to be first line of support for California’s most vulnerable residents.
The Neighbor-to-Neighbor campaign is focused on older adults and promotes ways to safely check on your neighbors, family and friends, and will be run by California Volunteers.
Join our neighbor to neighbor campaign, reach out to a neighbor today and share this flyer with family and friends!

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