Summer time

As summer heats up and kids are out of school, the virus seems to still be an impending threat. Remember to keep you and your families safe, but also have some fun and get creative. Staying at home, or keeping a safe distance outside, does not mean there is no fun to be had. Quiet the opposite! Some camping areas, outdoor recreation areas, and bike trails are all open for public use and are great options to get out and get disconnected from technology while spending time with the whole family. Be sure to check the local restrictions and register for a camping slot ahead of time if you are venturing out for the night. What fun ideas are you coming up with in your families to ensure this is still a memorable summer for you and the kids? Post your ideas on the JPP Families Facebook page and help spread ideas to our community.

Here is the website for Colorado Parts & Wildlife:
https://cpw.state.co.us/thingstodo/Pages/camping.aspx

Check them out to ensure the places you want to go are open and accepting visitors for the day or overnight. They keep their site up to date so you have the latest information on when areas around Colorado will be opening.

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APEX Camp-in-a-Box

Apex is taking the charge on offering fun options for families this summer in light of our new at-home reality and JPP would love to support families who want a piece of the fun! If you are interested in a Camp-in-a-Box, please reach out to your coach. Please note, age range for the box is 5-10.

For families not needing childcare but still looking for a fun at-home option to keep your kiddos entertained, look no further than our Summer Camp in a Box! Our Camp Apex staff has put together a long list of fun summer activities your kids can do at home. These activities are meant to be self-directed but can be completed as a family. Each box contains daily indoor and outdoor activities, crafts, science activities, a virtual field trip, and something the whole family can enjoy! Boxes are available upon request beginning June 1. Multiple-week options are also available upon request. Each box is $25 ($30 non-res.) and geared for ages 5-10. To register for your first box visit us online: https://apexprd.maxgalaxy.net/Registration.aspx?ActivityID=17213

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Create and Connect

Hey JPP! We recognize that Thursday morning do not work for the majority of people and so we are swapping that for another option to connect with families and coaches! Tuesday at 4:30 pm, we will meet up on WebEx through Rosa's Room. This is not mandatory, just a way for us to say hi and see you! If you are interested, have the time, and want to connect we hope to see you there! You can call in or use your video - whichever works best for you. Just click on the link below. This week, we will be chatting about summer schedules and summer routines!

Rosa Perlman's Personal Room
https://jeffco.webex.com/meet/rperlman | 267855207

Join by video system
Dial [email protected]jeffco.webex.com and enter your host PIN .
You can also dial 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number.

Join by phone
+1-408-418-9388 United States Toll
Access code: 267 855 207

How to Declutter During Quarantine

Now is the time to hop on all of those house projects you've been waiting for the time to do! Real Simple offers 5 easy items to start with around the house to create clutter free zones around the house. Involve the kids and have them go through their old clothes that don't fit anymore too! Crank up some music and have some fun with it. Although, getting rid of items can feels overwhelming and cathartic, it can also be a very cleansing and freeing experience. Bring some joy into releasing things that no longer serve you this summer.

https://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/organizing/how-to-declutter-during-quarantine

Walmart and Amazon now accepting EBT for deliveries

There are only two participating retailers at this time, they are Walmart and Amazon. SNAP clients can now order online and utilize delivery service when their address falls into the delivery radius. The clients can also utilize grocery pick-up through Walmart. Please note, client will be in charge of covering the cost of the delivery, the EBT card will not cover those.

A few high-level notes are also listed below:

Walmart: https://grocery.walmart.com/
· Typically delivers within a 10-mile radius
· Delivery fees range from $7.95 to $9.95
· EBT cardholder can utilize Cash and SNAP on EBT Card for purchases
· Alcohol cannot be purchased with an EBT Card
· SNAP-eligible items are clearly identified for ease of use

Amazon: www.amazon.com/SNAP
· SNAP EBT benefits can be used on Amazon.com groceries, Amazon Pantry, and Amazon Fresh
· Delivery fees vary depending on the Amazon service and amount of purchase
· Don't have to be a Prime member to use SNAP EBT
· Prime members may receive free delivery on some items
· Users can filter by SNAP-eligible items
· Cash on an EBT Card cannot be used through Amazon. The user must have a different payment method to pay delivery fees and for non-SNAP-eligible items

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Tax Day in CO has been extended

Due to the coronavirus pandemic the IRS has extended the deadline for filing your 2019 tax return from April 15^th to July 15, 2020. If you owe 2019 taxes, the deadline for making payments has also been extended to July 15, 2020.

Here are some important considerations:

If you think you are going to get money back when you file you should still file your return as soon as possible so that the IRS can process your return and send your refund.
Your state income tax filing deadline may also be extended. Check with your state’s department of revenue for up to date information.
The IRS urges anyone with a tax filing obligation who has not yet filed a tax return for 2018 or 2019 to file as soon as they can to receive an economic impact payment. Taxpayers should include direct deposit banking information on the return. Learn more about economic impact payments.

Be careful of scams. The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial information. See also: How to know it’s really the IRS calling or knocking on your door.

For more information on the extension of the filing deadline see the IRS FAQs.

If you or others experience a problem with a financial product or service you can submit a complaint with the CFPB.

Thank you,

Dave Sieminski

Office of Community Affairs

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Learn more about protecting your finances during the coronavirus pandemic.