Dear neighbors, 

I hope this message finds you safe and well. Right now, we are all experiencing an unprecedented crisis with the spread of COVID-19; and each of us are facing different challenges in our homes and lives. But we are reaching out today to let you know that you need not face them alone. New Market is a close-knit community, full of caring people ready and waiting to help in any way we can. To that end, we have assembled a team of volunteers to offer resources to help others navigate this pandemic in multiple ways:

1) Grocery pick-up and delivery; 

2) Prepared meal delivery;

3) Medication pick-up and delivery;

4) Weekly phone or FaceTime check-ins.

If you, or someone you know are in need of assistance—particularly seniors, those who are immunocompromised, or those living alone—or if you are interested in volunteering with us, please contact our coordinator Ashly Wright at wright.ashlytaylor@gmail.com or call 415-810-2744. As we are just beginning to embark on this ministry, we are working with limited resources. 

If you would like to contribute to the cause, you can donate to us on our Give Online Page, and include the line item “New Market Community Care.” 

We are also cooperating with the New Market Rotary Club and the New Market Lions Club to meet the needs of our community.   

The Grace Episcopal church (5740 Green Valley Rd.) has also set up food donation bins and a food distribution pantry that is available 24/7. The bins and pantry are located under the eave on the left hand of the sanctuary doors. Undistributed food will be donated to another local pantry.

And if you or someone you know are experiencing anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts, please don’t hesitate to call the Maryland crisis hotline at 1-800-422-0009. Supportive listening and crisis intervention for children in grade 5 and below is also available at 301-694-8255. 

You are not alone. Thank you for reading, and be well!

Sincerely,

New Market Community Care Team