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Broad Street Ministries remains open during pandemic

Broad Street Ministries remains open during the coronavirus pandemic, taking sanitary precautions while trying to provide resources to homeless individuals as much of the city shuts down.

Dwayne Grant, the facility manager at Broad Street Ministries, wipes down the stairwell handrail at Broad Street Ministries, in Philadelphia, March 19, 2020. Grant said that since concerns about the coronavirus began he has been coming into work two hours early in order to wipe down every surface in the building that people would touch with their hands, he does this 2 to 3 times per day. Broad Street Ministries provides: lunch, social services, a homeless shelter at night, and personal care Items, among other things. The coronavirus has been spreading across the globe since January, and now has been identified in the Philadelphia region, all non-essential businesses are closed. Cities around the United States, including Philadelphia, are increasing social restrictions and implementing cleaning strategies in an attempt to slow the virus’ spread.
Dwayne Grant, the facility manager at Broad Street Ministries, wipes down the stairwell handrail at Broad Street Ministries, in Philadelphia, March 19, 2020. Grant said that since concerns about the coronavirus began he has been coming into work two hours early in order to wipe down every surface in the building that people would touch with their hands, he does this 2 to 3 times per day. Broad Street Ministries provides: lunch, social services, a homeless shelter at night, and personal care Items, among other things. The coronavirus has been spreading across the globe since January, and now has been identified in the Philadelphia region, all non-essential businesses are closed. Cities around the United States, including Philadelphia, are increasing social restrictions and implementing cleaning strategies in an attempt to slow the virus’ spread.Read moreJESSICA GRIFFIN / Staff Photographer
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    Jessica Griffin
    In my work as a photojournalist I tell compelling stories through powerful images. My work often involves long-term projects that explore deeper photo narratives, documenting the human experience over time.