Dear Neighbor,

Due to the federal government shutdown, the start of LIHEAP season has been pushed back to December 3rd. You will not be able to apply until then. More information from the Department of Human Services is available here.

Likewise, the federal government will not be distributing funding to states for their food assistance programs, so SNAP recipients will not receive new payments until the end of the shutdown.

I understand how stressful and upsetting these situations are for those wondering how they’ll make ends meet. While my office can’t control what’s happening in Washington, we’re here to help connect you with resources that may provide some relief.

Food pantries in our district and their hours are below. If you're looking for a way to support our neighbors, they are also accepting food and financial donations.

Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry – 703 Lincoln Ave., Prospect Park | (610) 532-9000 – Open Tuesdays 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.; Thursdays 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. While some walk-up clients will be served, you are strongly advised to schedule an appointment online at www.delcoloavesandfishes.org or by arriving 1 hour before distribution begins.

The Food Pantry at Ridley Park United Methodist Church – 501 N. Swarthmore Ave., Ridley Park | (484) 442-0097 – Open Nov. 5, 19, & 20; Dec. 3, 17, & 18. Click here for more info.

Mount Zion CME Church – 701 Felton Ave., Sharon Hill | (610) 620-8133 – Open Wednesdays 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Thursdays 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Neighbor 2 Neighbor CDC – Food Cupboard held at First African Baptist Church, 816 Clifton Ave., Sharon Hill | (610) 461-8140 – Open Thursdays 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

ACG Health Food Pantry – 800 Chester Pike, Unit 6A, Sharon Hill | (484) 240-3086 – Open Mon-Fri, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Click here for more info.

Sincerely,

Pennsylvania State Rep. David M. Delloso

Medicare Open Enrollment ends Dec. 7

Medicare is a federal program, but PA offers free Medicare counseling through the PA Medi program for those who need it.

If you are turning 65 and would like to learn more about your options, please call my office at 610-534-1002 to schedule a phone appointment with PA Medi.

These appointments are available only once a month, so don’t hesitate to schedule yours soon.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate forms

We have 2024 Property Tax/Rent Rebate booklets. Just ask my staff at either of our district offices in Ridley Park or Darby Township. As a reminder, my staff is happy to assist you with the rebate application process. Applications for a rebate on what you paid in 2024 are due by Dec. 31.

Pennsylvania State Capitol

111 Irvis Office Building
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 783-6437

District Office

605 E. Chester Pike
Ridley Park, PA 19078
(610) 534-1002