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Announcements
Get Gulfport on the Go
Check out the newest way to connect in Gulfport: an app for iOS and Android. The official City of Gulfport app gives residents a simple way to ask questions or report potholes, signs, trash or debris, code violations, among other things. Users can submit GPS data and photos, keep track of requests and find direct links to utility bill payment, the city calendar, frequently asked questions, the city employee directory, sanitation department, newsletter sign up and more. Email info@ mygulfport.us, call 727-893-1118 or visit mygulfport.us/cityapp.
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Need a COVID Test?
Community Health Centers of Pinellas and the Florida Department of Health offer COVID-19 testing at locations throughout county. Visit covid19.pinellascounty.org/testing
Avoid COVID-19 Vaccine Scams
COVID-19 vaccination scams are on the rise. Pinellas County authorities encourage residents who have been the victim of COVID-19 fraud to immediately report it to 1-800-HHS- TIPS, tips.hhs.gov; the FBI Hotline: 1-800-CALL-FBI, ic3.gov; or the CMS/Medicare Hotline, 1-800-MEDI- CARE.
Energy Assistance for the Elderly
The Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program helps low-income households, with at least one person age 60 and older, with home energy emergencies. The program helps with utility payments, blanket purchases and portable heaters and fans. For more visit poc-inc.org/emergency-home-energy-assistance-program.
Catch a Ride with GEMS
The Gulfport Extended Mobility Service (GEMS) through the Senior Center has resumed limited, essential transportation services like grocery store runs and medical appointments. Any Gulfport resident 55 or older, or residents with a disability, can take advantage of GEMS doorto-door service for a yearly membership of $70, plus $2 per ride. Call 727-893-2242 for more information.
Drivers Wanted
Meals on Wheels needs you…to drive. The Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center, as part of the Neighborly Dining & Meals on Wheels program, delivers meals to those who need it, provided they’re at least 60 years old. Little problem: They don’t have enough drivers. People who can volunteer to deliver meals should visit neighborly.org.