A traumatic event is a shocking, scary, or dangerous experience that can affect someone emotionally and physically. Learn what you can do to cope after a traumatic event and how to find help: go.nih.gov/wegYCgN.

Bethlehem Emergency Shelter has been designated as winter warming station. 📅 Open through April 30 🕖 5pm to 7am, daily 🍽️ Dinner will be served & breakfast to go bags 📍 75 E Market St., Bethlehem, PA 18018 Reach out to PA 211 East for additional updates. #LIVEUNITED

Nature is everywhere! Even in limited outdoor spaces, we can create meaningful play and exploration experiences for infants and toddlers. 🛴 🎨 #OutdoorLearning

Keep your home warm this winter! PA 211 is available to connect you to heating fuel, electricity, and gas service payment assistance. Visit pa211.org/utilities, select a resource that fits your needs, then enter your zip code to find assistance in your area.

Spreading smiles at Roosevelt Elementary 😃 Volunteers last week came together to brighten the day for 541 students with sticker sheets. Special thanks to Yasainee Burton, @ciseasternpa Coordinator, for making it all possible! #LIVEUNITED #LaborCares Cohen, Feeley, Altemose & Rambo Allentown Schools

Join us at @unitedwayglv for a FREE training on trauma-informed care to learn how trauma affects the brain, behavior, & relationships & how to promote healing & resilience 🧡 Register at brnw.ch/21wQ0gu 🔗 #ResilientLV

The Carbon County Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) provides up to 18 months of help with rent & utilities for eligible renters 🏠 So far, 438 applications have been submitted — about half of the funds still available. READ more: brnw.ch/21wQ1Fq 🔗 #LIVEUNITED

On WDIY 88.1 FM's A Closer Look, Chris Martin of Martin Guitar & our Campaign Chair, shares his passion for telling our community’s story & inspiring others to give back. Marci Lesko, CEO of #UWGLV, discusses our org's impact 🌎 Listen now: brnw.ch/21wQ3fs 🔗 #LIVEUNITED

Tax season can be stressful, especially for individuals and families. The IRS VITA program and MyFreeTaxes.com offer accessible, reliable solutions to help ease the burden of tax preparation. Learn more about free tax preparation services on pa211.org/vita

Share the number. Spread the word. Add the #988Lifeline (988) to your phone now—it could save a life later. Trained crisis counselors are available to talk 24/7/365. 988Lifeline.org

#UWGLV partnered with Lehigh Valley Labor Council & Capital Blue Cross to bring joy to Roosevelt Elementary 🎁 Santa’s caravan delivered gifts to kids, with #TeenWorks™ making it extra special for the Autistic Support class. Read more: brnw.ch/21wQ4Wa 🔗 #LIVEUNITED #LVTeensLead

No Pennsylvanian should go hungry. If you are struggling, don't hesitate to get help: 🍞Apply for SNAP: dhs.pa.gov/SNAP 📍Local resources: feedingpa.org 🥘Other resources: dhs.pa.gov/Ending-Hunger 🍼 Pregnant or have children under 5: pawic.com

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a champion of compassion, justice, and service. At #UWGLV, we observe #MLKDay as a day of mentorship & community support,= - inspiring action toward a brighter, more equitable future 🌎 #LIVEUNITED

Join us for a creative morning at the Allentown Art Museum 🖼️ Adults with dementia & caregivers can enjoy a free exhibit tour & collage-making activity. Snacks & refreshments provided. Learn more & register: brnw.ch/21wQ9yp 🔗 #LIVEUNITED #AgeFriendlyLV

At #UWGLV, we’re driving change by investing in solutions that matter 🎓 Our 2030 #BoldGoal: help more students succeed in school & graduate ready for life, college, or career. Learn how you can help make an impact: brnw.ch/21wQclu 🔗 #LIVEUNITED

🧠📉 "We're not seeing that brain drain anymore." Maggie Walters of United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley sees this as an exciting time for young professionals in the Lehigh Valley. Watch the first #YoungValleyLeaders year-end roundtable special for 2024. ⤵ wdiy.org/yvl11

Help make a difference! Round up your total at Weis Markets' self-checkouts - through the end of the month - to support #UWGLV. Every cent helps strengthen our community & create lasting change 🌎 #LIVEUNITED

We’re working to address big challenges with lasting solutions 🌎 By 2030, our #BoldGoals is to connect m o r e older adults with resources to improve their health & quality of life. Be a part of the solution: brnw.ch/21wQjuU 🔗 #LIVEUNITED #AgeFriendlyLV

2024 was a year of growth & impact for #ResilientLV 🧡 Through trainings focused on compassion resilience, trauma-informed strategies, & restorative practices & additional outreach efforts, we’ve made incredible strides... & we’re ready to make 2025 even more impactful.

We're committed to identifying the community’s challenges & creating results. By 2030, we have a #BoldGoal of increasing community stability through food, housing, & mental health services. Strategies to advance community stability: brnw.ch/21wQo2W 🔗 #LIVEUNITED