Community Resources
This was sent to all employees at their agency email by the IRS
From Submission Processing Field Director Lea Maddy:
Managers, please share with your employees who do not have access to email.
As we navigate this shutdown period together, I want to remind you that your well-being and that of your family remain a top priority for us. Below are some key resources available in the Kansas City area to help with food, support, and employee assistance. Please share the information below with co-workers, friends, and family who do not have access to their IRS laptop during the government shutdown.
Resources:
Food
Financial
Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA) | Layoff Loans
Most Credit Unions and local Banks offer low or no interest loans during shut down times, employees will have to contact their personal banks.
Other Assistance
Lending a hand, instilling hope, and making a lasting impact - Seton Center
Additional Resources | State of Kansas Department of Labor, KS
The Salvation Army USA
During the shutdown, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a resource continues to be available for all employees, 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 800-977-7631 (TDD: 800-697-0353) or visit the Guidance Resources Website www.guidanceresources.com/groWeb/login/login.xhtml. To register for the website, use Organization Web ID: IRS112.
Thank you for all you’re doing during this time. We’re here for you — as a team, and as a community — and we value all of you and your families.
Warm regards,