Housing, Medical, Utility, Pets and basic needs assistance programs

by Guest Sun Feb 13, 2011 10:56 pm

SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE

Are you in crisis? Please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Easy Guide to Resources for all 50 States

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

The United Way Hotline:

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral. Call 2-1-1 for help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more. Learn more about your local 2-1-1 by looking it up here.

http://www.211.org/

US Department of Health and Human Services / Administration for Children and Families:

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is a federal agency funding state, territory, local, and tribal organizations
to provide family assistance (welfare), child support, child care, Head Start, child welfare, and other programs relating to children and families.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

TANF:

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.TANF is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ofa/tanf/about.html

Utilities Assistance:

Federal programs for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the U.S. Office of Community Services.

http://www.ach.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/

LIHEAP Application Help

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

Food Assistance:

As of Oct. 1, 2008, SNAP is the new name for the federal Food Stamp Program. It stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/

http://foodstampbenefits.net/other-expenses/cash-assistance-through-ebt-cards/

http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10101.html

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (known as WIC) is a Federal assistance program of the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for healthcare and nutrition of low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and infants and children under the age of five.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/

*Foodbank Locator:*

Please call 1-800-771-2303 or use our food bank locator online to find the food bank nearest you.

http://feedingamerica.org/get-help.aspx

Housing Assistance:

Oversees home ownership, low-income housing assistance, fair housing laws, homelessness, aid for distressed neighborhoods, and housing development programs.
http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD

Section 8

http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/hcv/

Senior Housing Assistance

http://www.seniorlivingsource.org/senior-living-communities/?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=msn-sh&utm_test=1&utm_term=section%208%20housing&kw=senior%20housing

http://bestseniorcareonline.com/fastfind/index_premium?CID=113286&AFID=104244&ADID=324739&SID=

*National Homeless Shelter Directory*

http://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/

Prescription Assistance:

Free Prescription Drugs

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free Phone Service

Government supported programs that provide free cell phone and airtime service each month for income-eligible customers.
*Note: If you are qualify for SNAP, you will qualify for this service.

https://www.safelinkwireless.com/EnrollmentPublic/home.aspx

http://www.assurancewireless.com/Public/Welcome.aspx

AARP ~ For Our "Babyboomers"

AARP is a membership organization leading positive social change
and delivering value to people age 50 and over through information,
advocacy and service.

http://www.aarp.org/

AARP Worksearch Program:

http://www.aarpworksearch.org/Pages/Locations.aspx

Education - Returning to School

Helpful links for Education Grants, Student Loans, etc.

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/# ***NOTE: Deadline for FAFSA submission is March 1, 2011

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/PellGrants.jsp?tab=funding

http://www2.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DirectLoan/index.html

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp

https://www.dl.ed.gov/borrower/BorrowerWelcomePage.jsp

Assistance for Pet Owners/Lovers ~ Taking care of our "Best Friends"

The Pet Network
Pet food banks, organizations that have supplies of cat and/or dog food available for pet owners who are going through difficult times.
Listings are organized by state, then city or town.

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pets of the Homeless Organization
http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

The Humane Society of America~Resources for Pet Owners
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

Miscellaneous Resources:

Welfare Application Help

Low Income Assistance

http://www.benefitscheckup.com/

http://www.ssa.gov/ *Social Security Information*

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

http://www.govbenefits.gov/govbenefits_en.portal

by Guest Mon Feb 14, 2011 12:40 am

More resources for free meds- I believe it was phillymg that sent this list to me when I could not afford my meds

Just in case any one needs info on how to get *free* medications--

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

by TR11005 Mon Feb 14, 2011 1:43 am

Anybody that is a Diabetic Type 2 can get Metformin and other medication at Giant Eagle for free 90 day supply. Just need a doctor"s prescription. That helps, especially if you have no insurance. It saves me $!0 with insurance every 90 days.

by Guest Mon Feb 14, 2011 9:00 am

Free cell phones for those that qualify, some areas have assurance some areas have the safelink:

Assurance Wireless is a Lifeline cell phone service provider, offering eligible customers free Virgin Mobile phones and minutes.

www.assurancewireless.com/

SafeLink Wireless is a government supported program that provides a free cell phone and airtime each month for income-eligible customers.

www.safelinkwireless.com/

by MoInSTL Mon Feb 14, 2011 12:48 pm

If you qualify for food stamps, you qualify for Safelink.

by mrgolf Mon Feb 14, 2011 2:32 pm

Keep 'em coming

by Guest Tue Feb 15, 2011 12:10 am

DesperateInRI (Admin) wrote: I am trying to compile a list for help for the unemployed! Thank you so much for adding this!

If anyone else knows of any other resourses, please post! I remember sunshinemary had a link for the AARP program she works for. It would be great to add that here also.

Keep the ideas coming, we all know we need all the help we can get right now!

Hey, Desperate, it's me, the prairie wolf formerly known as Sunshinemary. I'm taking a break from the forums right now, but it's good to see you guys here.

Here's the link for that AARP Worksearch Program:

http://www.aarpworksearch.org/Pages/Locations.aspx

For the newbies, here's the Reader's Digest version:

Unfortunately this program is for folks 55 and up. The pay is federal minimum wage, funded by AARP and Department of Labor. Depending on which state you live in you may work from 20 to 30 hours per week, at a library, food pantry or a non-profit organization. That truly sucks, but if you're an exhaustee it's some money coming in and it's a way to plug up employment gaps. You might get training on computer software like I did.

A word of warning: we all know these employers out here have the upper hand. If you get in this program some of them will try to hoodwink you into thinking that they will hire you. Technically you are a free worker, and they will dangle the carrot of possible employment and try to use you as much as they can. Some of these idiots will try to wheedle you to work extra hours for them for free. Don't fall for that. You are restricted to 20 hours a week. If the boss wants more hours, then he or she had better start talking about hiring you out of the program. Otherwise they should let you work your 20 hours and make other arrangements for office help after you're gone for the day. If you do run into an employer like that, and they become insistent about you donating free time to them, it is your right to call the Worksearch office and request a transfer to another assignment.

Been there, done that.

Keep in mind that permanent employees get weird when temps show up. Some of them think temps or volunteers are pack mules or playthings. I temped for five years before the Great Recession hit, and it's the same out here now as it was then. You don't have to take any crap from these people. Yeah, I said it.

One good thing is it's easy enough to start working in the program. As long as you don't show up drunk and half naked for the interview you will get the assignment. Assignments last for one year. Worksearch is supposed to help people find employment. If for any reason you do not find full-time work during that time, AARP will transfer you to another assignment after the year is up, so it's not like you will be dropped from the program for that.

Yes, folks, that WAS the Reader's Digest version. Housing, Medical, Utility, Pets and basic needs assistance programs 431770

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I realize that this program is not gonna help everyone, unless you were fortunate enough to get subsidized housing like I did, but it beats a blank.

Ya'll have a good evening. I am outta here. Housing, Medical, Utility, Pets and basic needs assistance programs 55336

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by Guest Tue Feb 15, 2011 12:18 am

Thanks firstcoyote! Glad to see you stopped in! Next time, stay longer, we miss you!

by Guest Tue Feb 15, 2011 12:42 am

Free or low cost medical care

http://www.freemedicalcamps.com/

http://www.freeclinics.us/

http://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/Search_HCC.aspx

http://www.pparx.org/en/prescription_assistance_programs/free_clinic_finder

http://www.patientassistance.com/freeclinics.html

http://www.wheretofindcare.com/

http://www.getfreedental.com/medicalanddentalclinics.htm

by Guest Tue Feb 15, 2011 2:30 am

Below are contact numbers for clinics in most states. Most are free but a few are low cost pay on a slide fee scale

Alabama Association of Free Clinics (205) 595-5959

Arkansas Association of Charitable Clinics (AACC) 501-623-8850

California Community Clinic Association of LA County (213) 201-6500

Florida Association of Free Clinics 305-592-1452

Georgia Free Clinic Network 678.553.4939

Iowa Free Clinic Association (515-271-1642)

llinois Free Clinic Network (773) 395-9901

Indiana Association of FCGLR (219) 757-6272

Kentucky Free Clinic Association (859) 313-1109

Louisiana Free Clinic Association (337) 593-9208

Free Clinics of Michigan (989)895-4830

Minnesota Free Clinic Association (507)288-2295

Missouri "Show Me You Care" Association (phone (816)820-8201)

North Carolina Association of Free Clinics (336) 251-1111

Ohio Free Clinic Association (614) 221-6494

South Carolina Free Clinic Association (803) 319-7962

Texas Lone Star Association of Charitable Clinics (512) 485-9581

Virginia Association of Free Clinics (804) 340-3434

Vermont Coalition of Clinics for the Uninsured (802) 289-2454

Free Clinics of Wisconsin (262) 632-2400

West Virginia Association of Free Clinics 304-414-5941

by Guest Tue Feb 15, 2011 9:39 am

Resources for unemployed pet owners

For pet owners receiving public assistance: The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter surgery via five Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics .NYC

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pet Food Assistance Programs (Pet Food Banks)
http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

by Guest Tue Feb 15, 2011 9:41 am

Need2Bworking wrote:Resources for unemployed pet owners

For pet owners receiving public assistance: The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter surgery via five Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics .NYC

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pet Food Assistance Programs (Pet Food Banks)
http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

This info is going to be greatly appreciated by our members! THANK YOU! cat

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by Guest Tue Feb 15, 2011 9:45 am

We all love our critters Housing, Medical, Utility, Pets and basic needs assistance programs 884704

by mrgolf Tue Feb 15, 2011 1:06 pm

Need2Bworking wrote:We all love our critters

DITTO!

by Guest Thu Mar 24, 2011 1:22 am

[quote="Guest"]SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE

Are you in crisis? Please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Easy Guide to Resources for all 50 States

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

The United Way Hotline:

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral. Call 2-1-1 for help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more. Learn more about your local 2-1-1 by looking it up here.

http://www.211.org/

US Department of Health and Human Services / Administration for Children and Families:

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is a federal agency funding state, territory, local, and tribal organizations
to provide family assistance (welfare), child support, child care, Head Start, child welfare, and other programs relating to children and families.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

TANF:

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.TANF is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ofa/tanf/about.html

Utilities Assistance:

Federal programs for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the U.S. Office of Community Services.

http://www.ach.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/

LIHEAP Application Help

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

Food Assistance:

As of Oct. 1, 2008, SNAP is the new name for the federal Food Stamp Program. It stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/

http://foodstampbenefits.net/other-expenses/cash-assistance-through-ebt-cards/

http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10101.html

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (known as WIC) is a Federal assistance program of the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for healthcare and nutrition of low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and infants and children under the age of five.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/

*Foodbank Locator:*

Please call 1-800-771-2303 or use our food bank locator online to find the food bank nearest you.

http://feedingamerica.org/get-help.aspx

Housing Assistance:

Oversees home ownership, low-income housing assistance, fair housing laws, homelessness, aid for distressed neighborhoods, and housing development programs.
http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD

Section 8

http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/hcv/

Senior Housing Assistance

http://www.seniorlivingsource.org/senior-living-communities/?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=msn-sh&utm_test=1&utm_term=section%208%20housing&kw=senior%20housing

http://bestseniorcareonline.com/fastfind/index_premium?CID=113286&AFID=104244&ADID=324739&SID=

*National Homeless Shelter Directory*

http://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/

Prescription Assistance:

Free Prescription Drugs

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free Phone Service

Government supported programs that provide free cell phone and airtime service each month for income-eligible customers.
*Note: If you are qualify for SNAP, you will qualify for this service.

https://www.safelinkwireless.com/EnrollmentPublic/home.aspx

http://www.assurancewireless.com/Public/Welcome.aspx

AARP ~ For Our "Babyboomers"

AARP is a membership organization leading positive social change
and delivering value to people age 50 and over through information,
advocacy and service.

http://www.aarp.org/

AARP Worksearch Program:

http://www.aarpworksearch.org/Pages/Locations.aspx

Education - Returning to School

Helpful links for Education Grants, Student Loans, etc.

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/# ***NOTE: Deadline for FAFSA submission is March 1, 2011

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/PellGrants.jsp?tab=funding

http://www2.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DirectLoan/index.html

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp

https://www.dl.ed.gov/borrower/BorrowerWelcomePage.jsp

Assistance for Pet Owners/Lovers ~ Taking care of our "Best Friends"

The Pet Network
Pet food banks, organizations that have supplies of cat and/or dog food available for pet owners who are going through difficult times.
Listings are organized by state, then city or town.

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pets of the Homeless Organization
http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

The Humane Society of America~Resources for Pet Owners
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

Miscellaneous Resources:

Welfare Application Help

Low Income Assistance

http://www.benefitscheckup.com/

http://www.ssa.gov/ *Social Security Information*

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

http://www.govbenefits.gov/govbenefits_en.portal

Just in case any one needs info on how to get *free* medications--

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free or low cost medical care

http://www.freemedicalcamps.com/

http://www.freeclinics.us/

http://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/Search_HCC.aspx

http://www.pparx.org/en/prescription_assistance_programs/free_clinic_finder

http://www.patientassistance.com/freeclinics.html

http://www.wheretofindcare.com/

http://www.getfreedental.com/medicalanddentalclinics.htm

Below are contact numbers for clinics in most states. Most are free but a few are low cost pay on a slide fee scale

Alabama Association of Free Clinics (205) 595-5959

Arkansas Association of Charitable Clinics (AACC) 501-623-8850

California Community Clinic Association of LA County (213) 201-6500

Florida Association of Free Clinics 305-592-1452

Georgia Free Clinic Network 678.553.4939

Iowa Free Clinic Association (515-271-1642)

llinois Free Clinic Network (773) 395-9901

Indiana Association of FCGLR (219) 757-6272

Kentucky Free Clinic Association (859) 313-1109

Louisiana Free Clinic Association (337) 593-9208

Free Clinics of Michigan (989)895-4830

Minnesota Free Clinic Association (507)288-2295

Missouri "Show Me You Care" Association (phone (816)820-8201)

North Carolina Association of Free Clinics (336) 251-1111

Ohio Free Clinic Association (614) 221-6494

South Carolina Free Clinic Association (803) 319-7962

Texas Lone Star Association of Charitable Clinics (512) 485-9581

Virginia Association of Free Clinics (804) 340-3434

Vermont Coalition of Clinics for the Uninsured (802) 289-2454

Free Clinics of Wisconsin (262) 632-2400

West Virginia Association of Free Clinics 304-414-5941

Resources for unemployed pet owners

For pet owners receiving public assistance:
The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter surgery via five Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics .NYC

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pet Food Assistance Programs (Pet Food Banks)
http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

Free cell phones for those that qualify, some areas have assurance some areas have the safelink:

Assurance Wireless is a Lifeline cell phone service provider, offering eligible customers free Virgin Mobile phones and minutes.

www.assurancewireless.com/

SafeLink Wireless is a government supported program that provides a free cell phone and airtime each month for income-eligible customers.

www.safelinkwireless.com/

by nuttin2lose Thu Mar 24, 2011 9:16 am

BUMP Thank you N2B

by Guest Thu Mar 24, 2011 6:33 pm

helpful info and a lot of resources

by Guest Fri Mar 25, 2011 5:11 pm

by Guest Sat Mar 26, 2011 5:07 am

d2Bworking[color=red]SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE[/size]

Are you in crisis? Please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Easy Guide to Resources for all 50 States

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

The United Way Hotline:

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral. Call 2-1-1 for help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more. Learn more about your local 2-1-1 by looking it up here.

http://www.211.org/

US Department of Health and Human Services / Administration for Children and Families:

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is a federal agency funding state, territory, local, and tribal organizations
to provide family assistance (welfare), child support, child care, Head Start, child welfare, and other programs relating to children and families.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

TANF:

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.TANF is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ofa/tanf/about.html

Utilities Assistance:

Federal programs for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the U.S. Office of Community Services.

http://www.ach.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/

LIHEAP Application Help

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

Food Assistance:

As of Oct. 1, 2008, SNAP is the new name for the federal Food Stamp Program. It stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/

http://foodstampbenefits.net/other-expenses/cash-assistance-through-ebt-cards/

http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10101.html

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (known as WIC) is a Federal assistance program of the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for healthcare and nutrition of low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and infants and children under the age of five.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/

*Foodbank Locator:*

Please call 1-800-771-2303 or use our food bank locator online to find the food bank nearest you.

http://feedingamerica.org/get-help.aspx

Housing Assistance:

Oversees home ownership, low-income housing assistance, fair housing laws, homelessness, aid for distressed neighborhoods, and housing development programs.
http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD

Section 8

http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/hcv/

Senior Housing Assistance

http://www.seniorlivingsource.org/senior-living-communities/?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=msn-sh&utm_test=1&utm_term=section%208%20housing&kw=senior%20housing

http://bestseniorcareonline.com/fastfind/index_premium?CID=113286&AFID=104244&ADID=324739&SID=

*National Homeless Shelter Directory*

http://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/

Prescription Assistance:

Free Prescription Drugs

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free Phone Service

Government supported programs that provide free cell phone and airtime service each month for income-eligible customers.
*Note: If you are qualify for SNAP, you will qualify for this service.

https://www.safelinkwireless.com/EnrollmentPublic/home.aspx

http://www.assurancewireless.com/Public/Welcome.aspx

AARP ~ For Our "Babyboomers"

AARP is a membership organization leading positive social change
and delivering value to people age 50 and over through information,
advocacy and service.

http://www.aarp.org/

AARP Worksearch Program:

http://www.aarpworksearch.org/Pages/Locations.aspx

Education - Returning to School

Helpful links for Education Grants, Student Loans, etc.

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/# ***NOTE: Deadline for FAFSA submission is March 1, 2011

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/PellGrants.jsp?tab=funding

http://www2.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DirectLoan/index.html

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp

https://www.dl.ed.gov/borrower/BorrowerWelcomePage.jsp

Assistance for Pet Owners/Lovers ~ Taking care of our "Best Friends"

The Pet Network
Pet food banks, organizations that have supplies of cat and/or dog food available for pet owners who are going through difficult times.
Listings are organized by state, then city or town.

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pets of the Homeless Organization
http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

The Humane Society of America~Resources for Pet Owners
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

Miscellaneous Resources:

Welfare Application Help

Low Income Assistance

http://www.benefitscheckup.com/

http://www.ssa.gov/ *Social Security Information*

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

http://www.govbenefits.gov/govbenefits_en.portal

Just in case any one needs info on how to get *free* medications--

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free or low cost medical care

http://www.freemedicalcamps.com/

http://www.freeclinics.us/

http://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/Search_HCC.aspx

http://www.pparx.org/en/prescription_assistance_programs/free_clinic_finder

http://www.patientassistance.com/freeclinics.html

http://www.wheretofindcare.com/

http://www.getfreedental.com/medicalanddentalclinics.htm

Below are contact numbers for clinics in most states. Most are free but a few are low cost pay on a slide fee scale

Alabama Association of Free Clinics (205) 595-5959

Arkansas Association of Charitable Clinics (AACC) 501-623-8850

California Community Clinic Association of LA County (213) 201-6500

Florida Association of Free Clinics 305-592-1452

Georgia Free Clinic Network 678.553.4939

Iowa Free Clinic Association (515-271-1642)

llinois Free Clinic Network (773) 395-9901

Indiana Association of FCGLR (219) 757-6272

Kentucky Free Clinic Association (859) 313-1109

Louisiana Free Clinic Association (337) 593-9208

Free Clinics of Michigan (989)895-4830

Minnesota Free Clinic Association (507)288-2295

Missouri "Show Me You Care" Association (phone (816)820-8201)

North Carolina Association of Free Clinics (336) 251-1111

Ohio Free Clinic Association (614) 221-6494

South Carolina Free Clinic Association (803) 319-7962

Texas Lone Star Association of Charitable Clinics (512) 485-9581

Virginia Association of Free Clinics (804) 340-3434

Vermont Coalition of Clinics for the Uninsured (802) 289-2454

Free Clinics of Wisconsin (262) 632-2400

West Virginia Association of Free Clinics 304-414-5941

Resources for unemployed pet owners

For pet owners receiving public assistance:
The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter surgery via five Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics .NYC

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pet Food Assistance Programs (Pet Food Banks)
http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

Free cell phones for those that qualify, some areas have assurance some areas have the safelink:

Assurance Wireless is a Lifeline cell phone service provider, offering eligible customers free Virgin Mobile phones and minutes.

www.assurancewireless.com/

SafeLink Wireless is a government supported program that provides a free cell phone and airtime each month for income-eligible customers.

www.safelinkwireless.com/[/quote]

by Guest Sat Mar 26, 2011 4:46 pm

by Guest Sat Mar 26, 2011 8:38 pm

Need2Bworking wrote:[color=red]d2BworkingSUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE[/size]

Are you in crisis? Please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Easy Guide to Resources for all 50 States

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

The United Way Hotline:

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral. Call 2-1-1 for help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more. Learn more about your local 2-1-1 by looking it up here.

http://www.211.org/

US Department of Health and Human Services / Administration for Children and Families:

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is a federal agency funding state, territory, local, and tribal organizations
to provide family assistance (welfare), child support, child care, Head Start, child welfare, and other programs relating to children and families.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

TANF:

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.TANF is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ofa/tanf/about.html

Utilities Assistance:

Federal programs for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the U.S. Office of Community Services.

http://www.ach.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/

LIHEAP Application Help

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

Food Assistance:

As of Oct. 1, 2008, SNAP is the new name for the federal Food Stamp Program. It stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/

http://foodstampbenefits.net/other-expenses/cash-assistance-through-ebt-cards/

http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10101.html

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (known as WIC) is a Federal assistance program of the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for healthcare and nutrition of low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and infants and children under the age of five.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/

*Foodbank Locator:*

Please call 1-800-771-2303 or use our food bank locator online to find the food bank nearest you.

http://feedingamerica.org/get-help.aspx

Housing Assistance:

Oversees home ownership, low-income housing assistance, fair housing laws, homelessness, aid for distressed neighborhoods, and housing development programs.
http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD

Section 8

http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/hcv/

Senior Housing Assistance

http://www.seniorlivingsource.org/senior-living-communities/?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=msn-sh&utm_test=1&utm_term=section%208%20housing&kw=senior%20housing

http://bestseniorcareonline.com/fastfind/index_premium?CID=113286&AFID=104244&ADID=324739&SID=

*National Homeless Shelter Directory*

http://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/

Prescription Assistance:

Free Prescription Drugs

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free Phone Service

Government supported programs that provide free cell phone and airtime service each month for income-eligible customers.
*Note: If you are qualify for SNAP, you will qualify for this service.

https://www.safelinkwireless.com/EnrollmentPublic/home.aspx

http://www.assurancewireless.com/Public/Welcome.aspx

AARP ~ For Our "Babyboomers"

AARP is a membership organization leading positive social change
and delivering value to people age 50 and over through information,
advocacy and service.

http://www.aarp.org/

AARP Worksearch Program:

http://www.aarpworksearch.org/Pages/Locations.aspx

Education - Returning to School

Helpful links for Education Grants, Student Loans, etc.

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/# ***NOTE: Deadline for FAFSA submission is March 1, 2011

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/PellGrants.jsp?tab=funding

http://www2.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DirectLoan/index.html

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp

https://www.dl.ed.gov/borrower/BorrowerWelcomePage.jsp

Assistance for Pet Owners/Lovers ~ Taking care of our "Best Friends"

The Pet Network
Pet food banks, organizations that have supplies of cat and/or dog food available for pet owners who are going through difficult times.
Listings are organized by state, then city or town.

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pets of the Homeless Organization
http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

The Humane Society of America~Resources for Pet Owners
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

Miscellaneous Resources:

Welfare Application Help

Low Income Assistance

http://www.benefitscheckup.com/

http://www.ssa.gov/ *Social Security Information*

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

http://www.govbenefits.gov/govbenefits_en.portal

Just in case any one needs info on how to get *free* medications--

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free or low cost medical care

http://www.freemedicalcamps.com/

http://www.freeclinics.us/

http://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/Search_HCC.aspx

http://www.pparx.org/en/prescription_assistance_programs/free_clinic_finder

http://www.patientassistance.com/freeclinics.html

http://www.wheretofindcare.com/

http://www.getfreedental.com/medicalanddentalclinics.htm

Below are contact numbers for clinics in most states. Most are free but a few are low cost pay on a slide fee scale

Alabama Association of Free Clinics (205) 595-5959

Arkansas Association of Charitable Clinics (AACC) 501-623-8850

California Community Clinic Association of LA County (213) 201-6500

Florida Association of Free Clinics 305-592-1452

Georgia Free Clinic Network 678.553.4939

Iowa Free Clinic Association (515-271-1642)

llinois Free Clinic Network (773) 395-9901

Indiana Association of FCGLR (219) 757-6272

Kentucky Free Clinic Association (859) 313-1109

Louisiana Free Clinic Association (337) 593-9208

Free Clinics of Michigan (989)895-4830

Minnesota Free Clinic Association (507)288-2295

Missouri "Show Me You Care" Association (phone (816)820-8201)

North Carolina Association of Free Clinics (336) 251-1111

Ohio Free Clinic Association (614) 221-6494

South Carolina Free Clinic Association (803) 319-7962

Texas Lone Star Association of Charitable Clinics (512) 485-9581

Virginia Association of Free Clinics (804) 340-3434

Vermont Coalition of Clinics for the Uninsured (802) 289-2454

Free Clinics of Wisconsin (262) 632-2400

West Virginia Association of Free Clinics 304-414-5941

Resources for unemployed pet owners

For pet owners receiving public assistance:
The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter surgery via five Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics .NYC

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pet Food Assistance Programs (Pet Food Banks)
http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

Free cell phones for those that qualify, some areas have assurance some areas have the safelink:

Assurance Wireless is a Lifeline cell phone service provider, offering eligible customers free Virgin Mobile phones and minutes.

www.assurancewireless.com/

SafeLink Wireless is a government supported program that provides a free cell phone and airtime each month for income-eligible customers.

www.safelinkwireless.com/

[/quote]

by Guest Sun Mar 27, 2011 1:49 am

by Guest Sun Mar 27, 2011 6:09 pm

Need2Bworking wrote:
Need2Bworking wrote:[color=red]d2BworkingSUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE[/size]

Are you in crisis? Please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Easy Guide to Resources for all 50 States

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

The United Way Hotline:

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral. Call 2-1-1 for help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more. Learn more about your local 2-1-1 by looking it up here.

http://www.211.org/

US Department of Health and Human Services / Administration for Children and Families:

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is a federal agency funding state, territory, local, and tribal organizations
to provide family assistance (welfare), child support, child care, Head Start, child welfare, and other programs relating to children and families.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

TANF:

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.TANF is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ofa/tanf/about.html

Utilities Assistance:

Federal programs for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the U.S. Office of Community Services.

http://www.ach.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/

LIHEAP Application Help

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

Food Assistance:

As of Oct. 1, 2008, SNAP is the new name for the federal Food Stamp Program. It stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/

http://foodstampbenefits.net/other-expenses/cash-assistance-through-ebt-cards/

http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10101.html

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (known as WIC) is a Federal assistance program of the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for healthcare and nutrition of low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and infants and children under the age of five.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/

*Foodbank Locator:*

Please call 1-800-771-2303 or use our food bank locator online to find the food bank nearest you.

http://feedingamerica.org/get-help.aspx

Housing Assistance:

Oversees home ownership, low-income housing assistance, fair housing laws, homelessness, aid for distressed neighborhoods, and housing development programs.
http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD

Section 8

http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/hcv/

Senior Housing Assistance

http://www.seniorlivingsource.org/senior-living-communities/?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=msn-sh&utm_test=1&utm_term=section%208%20housing&kw=senior%20housing

http://bestseniorcareonline.com/fastfind/index_premium?CID=113286&AFID=104244&ADID=324739&SID=

*National Homeless Shelter Directory*

http://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/

Prescription Assistance:

Free Prescription Drugs

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free Phone Service

Government supported programs that provide free cell phone and airtime service each month for income-eligible customers.
*Note: If you are qualify for SNAP, you will qualify for this service.

https://www.safelinkwireless.com/EnrollmentPublic/home.aspx

http://www.assurancewireless.com/Public/Welcome.aspx

AARP ~ For Our "Babyboomers"

AARP is a membership organization leading positive social change
and delivering value to people age 50 and over through information,
advocacy and service.

http://www.aarp.org/

AARP Worksearch Program:

http://www.aarpworksearch.org/Pages/Locations.aspx

Education - Returning to School

Helpful links for Education Grants, Student Loans, etc.

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/# ***NOTE: Deadline for FAFSA submission is March 1, 2011

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/PellGrants.jsp?tab=funding

http://www2.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DirectLoan/index.html

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp

https://www.dl.ed.gov/borrower/BorrowerWelcomePage.jsp

Assistance for Pet Owners/Lovers ~ Taking care of our "Best Friends"

The Pet Network
Pet food banks, organizations that have supplies of cat and/or dog food available for pet owners who are going through difficult times.
Listings are organized by state, then city or town.

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pets of the Homeless Organization
http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

The Humane Society of America~Resources for Pet Owners
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

Miscellaneous Resources:

Welfare Application Help

Low Income Assistance

http://www.benefitscheckup.com/

http://www.ssa.gov/ *Social Security Information*

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

http://www.govbenefits.gov/govbenefits_en.portal

Just in case any one needs info on how to get *free* medications--

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free or low cost medical care

http://www.freemedicalcamps.com/

http://www.freeclinics.us/

http://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/Search_HCC.aspx

http://www.pparx.org/en/prescription_assistance_programs/free_clinic_finder

http://www.patientassistance.com/freeclinics.html

http://www.wheretofindcare.com/

http://www.getfreedental.com/medicalanddentalclinics.htm

Below are contact numbers for clinics in most states. Most are free but a few are low cost pay on a slide fee scale

Alabama Association of Free Clinics (205) 595-5959

Arkansas Association of Charitable Clinics (AACC) 501-623-8850

California Community Clinic Association of LA County (213) 201-6500

Florida Association of Free Clinics 305-592-1452

Georgia Free Clinic Network 678.553.4939

Iowa Free Clinic Association (515-271-1642)

llinois Free Clinic Network (773) 395-9901

Indiana Association of FCGLR (219) 757-6272

Kentucky Free Clinic Association (859) 313-1109

Louisiana Free Clinic Association (337) 593-9208

Free Clinics of Michigan (989)895-4830

Minnesota Free Clinic Association (507)288-2295

Missouri "Show Me You Care" Association (phone (816)820-8201)

North Carolina Association of Free Clinics (336) 251-1111

Ohio Free Clinic Association (614) 221-6494

South Carolina Free Clinic Association (803) 319-7962

Texas Lone Star Association of Charitable Clinics (512) 485-9581

Virginia Association of Free Clinics (804) 340-3434

Vermont Coalition of Clinics for the Uninsured (802) 289-2454

Free Clinics of Wisconsin (262) 632-2400

West Virginia Association of Free Clinics 304-414-5941

Resources for unemployed pet owners

For pet owners receiving public assistance:
The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter surgery via five Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics .NYC

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pet Food Assistance Programs (Pet Food Banks)
http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

Free cell phones for those that qualify, some areas have assurance some areas have the safelink:

Assurance Wireless is a Lifeline cell phone service provider, offering eligible customers free Virgin Mobile phones and minutes.

www.assurancewireless.com/

SafeLink Wireless is a government supported program that provides a free cell phone and airtime each month for income-eligible customers.

www.safelinkwireless.com/

[/quote]

by Guest Mon Mar 28, 2011 11:39 pm

by Guest Tue Mar 29, 2011 8:45 am

Need2Bworking wrote:
Need2Bworking wrote:
Need2Bworking wrote:[color=red]d2BworkingSUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE[/size]

Are you in crisis? Please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Easy Guide to Resources for all 50 States

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

The United Way Hotline:

2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral. Call 2-1-1 for help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more. Learn more about your local 2-1-1 by looking it up here.

http://www.211.org/

US Department of Health and Human Services / Administration for Children and Families:

The Administration for Children and Families (ACF) is a federal agency funding state, territory, local, and tribal organizations
to provide family assistance (welfare), child support, child care, Head Start, child welfare, and other programs relating to children and families.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

TANF:

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families.TANF is designed to help needy families achieve self-sufficiency.

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ofa/tanf/about.html

Utilities Assistance:

Federal programs for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) administered by the U.S. Office of Community Services.

http://www.ach.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/liheap/

LIHEAP Application Help

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/index.html

Food Assistance:

As of Oct. 1, 2008, SNAP is the new name for the federal Food Stamp Program. It stands for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/

http://foodstampbenefits.net/other-expenses/cash-assistance-through-ebt-cards/

http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/10101.html

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (known as WIC) is a Federal assistance program of the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for healthcare and nutrition of low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and infants and children under the age of five.

http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/

*Foodbank Locator:*

Please call 1-800-771-2303 or use our food bank locator online to find the food bank nearest you.

http://feedingamerica.org/get-help.aspx

Housing Assistance:

Oversees home ownership, low-income housing assistance, fair housing laws, homelessness, aid for distressed neighborhoods, and housing development programs.
http://portal.hud.gov/portal/page/portal/HUD

Section 8

http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/hcv/

Senior Housing Assistance

http://www.seniorlivingsource.org/senior-living-communities/?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=msn-sh&utm_test=1&utm_term=section%208%20housing&kw=senior%20housing

http://bestseniorcareonline.com/fastfind/index_premium?CID=113286&AFID=104244&ADID=324739&SID=

*National Homeless Shelter Directory*

http://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/

Prescription Assistance:

Free Prescription Drugs

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free Phone Service

Government supported programs that provide free cell phone and airtime service each month for income-eligible customers.
*Note: If you are qualify for SNAP, you will qualify for this service.

https://www.safelinkwireless.com/EnrollmentPublic/home.aspx

http://www.assurancewireless.com/Public/Welcome.aspx

AARP ~ For Our "Babyboomers"

AARP is a membership organization leading positive social change
and delivering value to people age 50 and over through information,
advocacy and service.

http://www.aarp.org/

AARP Worksearch Program:

http://www.aarpworksearch.org/Pages/Locations.aspx

Education - Returning to School

Helpful links for Education Grants, Student Loans, etc.

http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/# ***NOTE: Deadline for FAFSA submission is March 1, 2011

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/PellGrants.jsp?tab=funding

http://www2.ed.gov/offices/OSFAP/DirectLoan/index.html

http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/students/english/index.jsp

https://www.dl.ed.gov/borrower/BorrowerWelcomePage.jsp

Assistance for Pet Owners/Lovers ~ Taking care of our "Best Friends"

The Pet Network
Pet food banks, organizations that have supplies of cat and/or dog food available for pet owners who are going through difficult times.
Listings are organized by state, then city or town.

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pets of the Homeless Organization
http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

The Humane Society of America~Resources for Pet Owners
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

Miscellaneous Resources:

Welfare Application Help

Low Income Assistance

http://www.benefitscheckup.com/

http://www.ssa.gov/ *Social Security Information*

http://www.unemploymentlifeline.com/

http://www.govbenefits.gov/govbenefits_en.portal

Just in case any one needs info on how to get *free* medications--

http://www.pparx.org/

http://www.freemedicinefoundation.com/

http://www.peoples-law.org/health/charity-care/special_drug.htm

www.needymeds.com

http://www.rxoutreach.org/medications/

http://www.themedicineprogram.org/programs/Endo-Patient-Assistance-Program.php

https://www.pparx.org/Intro.php

Free or low cost medical care

http://www.freemedicalcamps.com/

http://www.freeclinics.us/

http://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/Search_HCC.aspx

http://www.pparx.org/en/prescription_assistance_programs/free_clinic_finder

http://www.patientassistance.com/freeclinics.html

http://www.wheretofindcare.com/

http://www.getfreedental.com/medicalanddentalclinics.htm

Below are contact numbers for clinics in most states. Most are free but a few are low cost pay on a slide fee scale

Alabama Association of Free Clinics (205) 595-5959

Arkansas Association of Charitable Clinics (AACC) 501-623-8850

California Community Clinic Association of LA County (213) 201-6500

Florida Association of Free Clinics 305-592-1452

Georgia Free Clinic Network 678.553.4939

Iowa Free Clinic Association (515-271-1642)

llinois Free Clinic Network (773) 395-9901

Indiana Association of FCGLR (219) 757-6272

Kentucky Free Clinic Association (859) 313-1109

Louisiana Free Clinic Association (337) 593-9208

Free Clinics of Michigan (989)895-4830

Minnesota Free Clinic Association (507)288-2295

Missouri "Show Me You Care" Association (phone (816)820-8201)

North Carolina Association of Free Clinics (336) 251-1111

Ohio Free Clinic Association (614) 221-6494

South Carolina Free Clinic Association (803) 319-7962

Texas Lone Star Association of Charitable Clinics (512) 485-9581

Virginia Association of Free Clinics (804) 340-3434

Vermont Coalition of Clinics for the Uninsured (802) 289-2454

Free Clinics of Wisconsin (262) 632-2400

West Virginia Association of Free Clinics 304-414-5941

Resources for unemployed pet owners

For pet owners receiving public assistance:
The ASPCA offers free and low-cost spay/neuter surgery via five Mobile Spay/Neuter Clinics .NYC

http://www.aspca.org/aspca-nyc/mobileclinic/

Pet Food Assistance Programs (Pet Food Banks)
http://loveyourpetexpo.com/petfoodhelp.html

http://www.petwork.com/pet-health-care/pet-food-assistance

Website with nationwide links for low cost spay/neuter
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/trouble_affording_pet.html

http://www.petsofthehomeless.org/what-we-do

Free cell phones for those that qualify, some areas have assurance some areas have the safelink:

Assurance Wireless is a Lifeline cell phone service provider, offering eligible customers free Virgin Mobile phones and minutes.

www.assurancewireless.com/

SafeLink Wireless is a government supported program that provides a free cell phone and airtime each month for income-eligible customers.

www.safelinkwireless.com/

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