Avon Lake Community Support Programs and Services

The City of Avon Lake has released a list of links to help you through these trying times. If you have a credible item to add to this list, please email the city at alctv@avonlake.org. Visit www.avonlake.org/residents/coronavirus/local-assistance.

Job Opportunities

Avon Lake Businesses

  • Ace Hardware Now offering curb-side pickup.
  • Avon Lake Animal Clinic Now offering curbside service for technician visits such as nail trims and anal gland expressions and for medication and food pick-ups.
  • CdK Natural LLC Now offering FREE local delivery, Porch Pickup and shipping for all online orders
  • CVS Now offering free delivery for prescriptions and everyday essentials.
  • Element LABS Now offering curbside pick-up for online orders.

Avon Lake Restaurants

Along with the usual carry-out restaurants, the following Avon Lake restaurants have adjusted their services. If your restaurant qualifies and isn’t listed, please email the information to alctv@avonlake.org.

Local Food Assistance

  • Avon Lake School’s Grab ‘n Go Lunch Program This free pick-up or delivery (if one should not leave their home such as seniors) program is open to all Avon Lake students and to any Avon Lake community member who is in need. It is available 7 days a week. Here are the pick-up locations:
    • Avon Lake High School 9:00 a.m. – 9:20 a.m.
    • Redwood Elementary School 9:30 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.
    • Erieview Elementary School 9:30 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.
    • Troy Intermediate School 10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
    • Eastview Elementary School 10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
    • Westview Elementary School 10:30 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
    • Learwood Middle School 10:30 a.m. – 10:50 a.m.
    • St. Joseph School 11:00 a.m. – 11:20 a.m.
    • Towne Center 11:00 a.m. – 11:20 a.m.
  • Community Resource Services New procedures in place including a temporary grocery delivery option. Call 440-933-5639 to place your grocery order from home or from your car. Groceries will be placed into a reusable bag. When you arrive at CRS, stay in your car. Call 440-933-5639 and your groceries will be brought to you.
  • Lorain County Office of Aging Meals on Wheels among other services for Lorain County residents.
  • Railroad Brewing Company The taproom has been converted into a makeshift Food Bank. Donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday between 11:00 am and 5:00 pm. Available items will be posted daily. Those in need can stop in and help yourself. Any unclaimed items will be donated to a local food bank at the end of this crisis.
  • Second Harvest All Second Harvest and Partner Charity distributions have moved to a DRIVE-THRU model and will only be distributing FREE boxes of assorted shelf-stable food.

Businesses with Special Offerings for the Elderly and Vulnerable

  • Costco On Tuesdays through Thursdays, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., U.S. and Canada Costco locations will temporarily implement special operating hours for members who are 60 and older. The pharmacy will also be open during this hour.
  • Dollar General Dollar General will dedicate the first hour of every business day to senior shoppers and will close an hour early for cleaning and restocking.
  • Duet Catering Duet will post their food menu daily and offers free delivery for all orders within their delivery area, which includes Avon Lake. They offer various menus with price points that appeal to all age groups, including those that are older and have specific dietary needs.
  • Giant Eagle Starting March 23, doors will open at 6 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays to accommodate shoppers over 60 years old, have disabilities or who are immune-compromised.
  • Heinen’s The grocery store chain has created a special window between 8 and 9 a.m. every day for seniors or those who may be immunocompromised to shop first.
  • Target The first hour of shopping every Wednesday will be reserved for “vulnerable guests,” according to a press release from the retail giant. Target stores will also be closing early, at 9 p.m. local time, so employees can clean and restock the stores.
  • Walmart From March 24 through April 28, Walmart stores will host an hour-long senior shopping event every Tuesday for customers aged 60 and older. This will start one hour before the store opens. Pharmacies and Vision Centers will also be open during this time.
  • Whole Foods Whole Foods Market will service customers who are 60 and older one hour before opening to the public.

Relief Assistance

  • United Way United Way Worldwide has launched a COVID-19 Community Response and Recovery Fund to help with bills, rent and food.
  • Ohio Edison/First Energy still has the suspended disconnect for non-payments until further notice. If customers have trouble paying their bill, they are willing to work with them. Various payment options are available, including:
    • Budget billing, a program that averages usage over 12 months to offer the same bill amount each month.
    • Energy assistance programs or other payment arrangements for eligible customers, based on their situation and state of residence.

Reliable Government Updates

Ways You Can Help

  • American Red Cross There is a severe blood shortage due to the Coronavirus outbreak.
  • Avon Lake Fire Department They have a limited supply of personal protective equipment and are seeking donations of:
    • N95 masks
    • Surgical masks with or without face shields
    • Medical isolation gowns
    • Goggle
    • Gloves
    • Hand sanitizer
  • If you can help please contact Fire Chief Jeremy Betsa at jbetsa@avonlakefire.org or call 440-933-8305 or 440-653-6016.

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