UpValley Family Centers UpValley Family Centers is providing emergency aid for low- to moderate-income workers who face financial hardship resulting from the economic impact of the coronavirus. Aid is available to workers who live in Napa County, whose income is at or below 120% of Area Median Income, and who do not qualify for government sponsored unemployment or paid family leave benefits.

For residents of Calistoga, St. Helena, Yountville and surrounding areas– reach out to UpValley Family Centers to request an appointment. Please call (707) 965-5010 or email efa@upvalleyfamilycenters.org. 

Residents of Napa, and American Canyon should reach out to our partner, On The Move, to request an appointment. Please call (707) 363-8390 or email efa@onthemovebayarea.org.

This aid is available regardless of immigration status and will not be considered under public charge rules.

Case Managers will call individuals back in the order that inquiries are received to assess household needs and eligibility. Next steps, including any required documentation, will also be discussed during this call.

UVFC staff are available to help upvalley residents connect to safety net benefits and other resources for support. Please call us at (707) 965-5010 and our staff will assist you.

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Our VITA tax assistance program is providing appointments via phone and internet. We are committed to ensuring that all of our VITA clients can file their taxes by the IRS’s extended deadline of July 15. If you are interested in scheduling a virtual appointment, please call us at (707) 965-5010 to be placed on our waiting list; our VITA staff will reach out to schedule a virtual appointment. You will exchange tax documents and sign your tax return using a secure app called Sign Now, which is accessible via a computer or smartphone.

Unfortunately we cannot process ITIN applications at the moment, but we hope to be able to resume this service soon. If you need to renew your ITIN or apply for a new number, please call us at (707) 965-5010 to be placed on a waiting list for assistance.

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Individuals who were laid off as a result of the coronavirus situation may be eligible for unemployment. Paper applications for unemployment benefits are available outside our offices in St. Helena and Calistoga, along with instructions for where to send or fax completed forms. Online applications can be found here. UVFC Staff are available to provide assistance by phone if needed.

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US Citizenship & Immigration Services is not taking appointments, doing biometric collections, or conducting oath ceremonies at least until April 1.  USCIS field offices will send de-scheduling notices to applicants and petitioners with scheduled appointments impacted by this closure. If you are a current family center client with a question about your case, or if you would like to schedule a phone consultation to learn more about your rights, please call (707) 965-5010 or email bdixon@upvalleyfamilycenters.org.

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All other classes, events, and in-person gatherings are likewise on hold until further notice, but all staff are available via phone and email. Please call (707) 965-5010 to be connected.

We are grateful to be part of a community that reaches out to one another in times of need. In addition to staying home to help “flatten the curve,” a wonderful way to get involved is by making a donation. If you are interested in other ways to get involved, please reach out to Charlotte Hajer at chajer@upvalleyfamilycenters.org.