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The following page aggregates all the links of the resource library onto one page for quality assurance testing.
Addiction Treatment Resources
Motivational Enhancement Therapy Manual
A Clinical Guide for Therapists Treating Individuals With Alcohol Abuse and Dependence, provided by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
Opioid Prevention Campaign Tools
Adolescent and childhood alcohol/drug use prevention strategies for teachers and parents. Includes materials such as videos and workbooks freely available in both English and Spanish.
SAMHSA’s Working Definition of Recovery
Introduces a working definition for recovery from mental disorders and substance use, along with 10 guiding principles intended to help advance recovery opportunities and help clarify these concepts for peers, families, funders, providers, and others.
Scale of readiness for change in alcohol abusers
The Stages of Change Readiness and Treatment Eagerness Scale(SOCRATES) is an experimental instrument designed to assess readiness for change in alcohol abusers. The instrument yields three factorially-derived scale scores: Recognition (Re), Ambivalence (Am), and Taking Steps (Ts). It is a public domain instrument and may be used without special permission.
Treatment Improvement Protocol for Substance Use Disorder
Motivation for change is a key component in addressing substance misuse. The following workbook provided by SAMHSA includes assessments to help determine the probability that a person will enter into, continue, and adhere to a specific change strategy, and suggests different evidence based treatment protocols per assessment result.
Twelve Step Facilitation Therapy Manual
A Clinical Guide for Therapists Treating Individuals With Alcohol Abuse and Dependence, provided by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
Betty Ford 12 Step Study Outline & Assignment Sheet
Provided courtesy of Betty Ford Center Alumni Services Department. For more information contact: Alumni Services (800) 854-9211 or email: alumdept@bettyfordcenter.org
Betty Ford Center Step 4 Guide
Provided courtesy of Betty Ford Center Alumni Services Department. For more information contact: Alumni Services (800) 854-9211 or email: alumdept@bettyfordcenter.org
Character Defect List Assignment
List of character defects and instructions sometimes used as an assignment in 12 Step Study.
Drug Talk Tips for Parents
Guidance provided by the State of Ohio about how to start the critical conversations about drug use with your kids and recognize the signs and symptoms of drug use.
Fellowship of the Spirit 12 Step Study Notes, part 1
Hand written notes for each page of the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism. These notes cover pages i-29, and are meant to facilitate a detailed, line by line, study of the 12 Steps.
Fellowship of the Spirit 12 Step Study Notes, part 2
Hand written notes for each page of the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism. These notes cover pages 30-69, and are meant to facilitate a detailed, line by line, study of the 12 Steps.
Fellowship of the Spirit 12 Step Study Notes, part 3
Hand written notes for each page of the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism. These notes cover pages 70-103, and are meant to facilitate a detailed, line by line, study of the 12 Steps.
NACoA Kit for Parents
Suggestions and tools for raising children in an household where one parent is actively abusing alcohol. Resource provided by the National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACoA).
Resources for Children of Addiction
Resource page provided by National Association of Children of Addiction, including educational materials for children and adult caregivers.
Step 11 Worksheet
A list of questions to use when constructively reviewing your day, as found in the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Recovered from Alcoholism.
AA "Big Book" Online
(public domain, chapters available to download and print)
Addiction Science Videos
Videos and other detailed educational resources provided by the National Institute on Drug Abuse.
Domestic Violence Referral Guide
Guide provided by the Family Justice Center of Greater Cincinnati, detailing what to do if you suspect, or if someone discloses concerns or is interested in more information about domestic violence.
Fact Sheet on Commonly Abused Drugs
.pdf available for download from National Institute on Drug Abuse. Includes summary for Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment.
Fact Sheets on Drug Abuse and Addiction
(Available for download from National Institute on Drug Abuse)
HIV/AIDS Education
HIV/AIDS Education (provided by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)
Homeless and Low Income Resources, 9th Edition
Produced by the Community Outreach Division of the Cincinnati VA Center, resources cover Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont County in Ohio, as well as Boone, Kenton, and Campbell County in Kentucky.
Spanish Resources for Children & Families Impacted by Addiction
Spanish resource list for children and families impacted by addiction. The resource list is written in Spanish and includes links to online educational materials and supportive services for Spanish speaking families struggling with the effect that an alcoholic or addict may have, or have had, on children in the home. Published by the National Association of Children of Addiction (NACoA).
Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
(list provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)
Syringe Exchange Program Schedule
Location schedule for where during the week to find the Hamilton County Ohio syringe exchange program.
The Twelve Traditions Illustrated
The Twelve Traditions of Alcoholics Anonymous Illustrated .pdf
Understanding Drug Abuse and Addiction
(Available for download by the National Institute on Drug Abuse)
CRC Scholarship Program Application
.pdf describing the Cincinnati Recreation Commission application protocol to obtain financial assistance for CRC programs.
Forms for Hamilton County Job & Family Services
Page on their website devoted to Forms that can be downloaded as needed for application to their various services.
Forms for the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
Page on their website devoted to State Forms that can be downloaded as needed for application to their various State services.
Hamilton County Child Care Assistance
Hamilton County Job and Family Services’ Publicly Funded Child Care partially covers the cost of child care for eligible low- to moderate-income families. This link is to the application page.
Help Me Grow Referral for Services Form
Online referral form to connect young children and their parents to supportive resources, including home visiting, early intervention, and WIC programs.
Ohio Child Care Assistance
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) helps parent(s) who are working or in school pay for child care through the Publicly Funded Child Care (PFCC) program. This link provides eligibility information and instructions on how to apply for the service. It is not a direct link to the application form which requires login..
Ohio EdChoice Scholarship Program
The Educational Choice Scholarship (EdChoice) Program provides students from designated public schools the opportunity to attend participating private schools. The program also provides low-income students who are entering kindergarten through 12th grade scholarship opportunities to reduce the cost of attending a private school. The link provides application process information and income verification documents..
Youth Employment Program Eligibility Application
Application form for Hamilton County Youth Employment Program, which provides jobs and year-round job readiness training for Hamilton County residents ages 14-21 who have an eligible barrier to employment, and/or where household income is below 200% poverty level.
8 Alternatives to Raising your Voice
Eight suggestions for parents and/or teachers, about how to make your point without raising your voice, when discussions between you and your child with learning or attention issues get heated.
After School Questions
A beginners' list of questions to ask your kids after school each day, beyond "how was your day?", that help build emotional intelligence.
Brain Building Activities
Science-based tips and tools for parents and caregivers of children from 0-5. Select tips and tools by topic category for talking points and brain building exercises for children ages 0-5.
Computer Programming Tutorials
One hour tutorials and projects for kids of any age. 9 out of 10 schools do not offer computer programming classes, yet job opportunities in computer science are growing at 2x the national rate.
Guide to Resilience
eBook for parents, teachers and therapists to support traumatized individuals. Published by Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health, the book presents techniques for building individual resilience.
How can we better inspire our students — and support our educators?
Nine short videos hosted by Ted.com, originally broadcast by PBS on the topic of improving education.
NACoA Kit for Parents
Suggestions and tools for raising children in an household where one parent is actively abusing alcohol. Resource provided by the National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACoA).
Opioid Prevention Campaign Tools
Adolescent and childhood alcohol/drug use prevention strategies for teachers and parents. Includes materials such as videos and workbooks freely available in both English and Spanish.
Parental Education Materials
Table-of-contents page for a variety of topics, including child anger and tantrums, child anxiety and stress, discipline, communication, etc. provided by The Child Development Institute.
Resources for Children of Addiction
Resource page provided by National Association of Children of Addiction, including educational materials for children and adult caregivers.
Social and Emotional Learning, Diverse Reading List
List of children's books that help model and explore strategies for tackling challenges and building community. Both fiction and nonfiction titles feature protagonists from diverse backgrounds and are written by award-winning authors and illustrators.
Teachers’ Guide to Talking About Death
Includes overview of stages children go through in their understanding of death, and classroom suggestions to help children deal with death.
Wikipedia Book Creator
Create a book to include wikipedia pages of your choosing on any topic of interest (a free service offered by Wikipedia.org).
CRC Playground Information
Cincinnati Recreation Commission information on playgrounds, locations, hours of operation, and phone numbers.
CRC Pool and Splash Park Information
Cincinnati Recreation Commission information on pools and splash parks, locations, phone numbers, and hours of operation.
Domestic Violence Referral Guide
Guide provided by the Family Justice Center of Greater Cincinnati, detailing what to do if you suspect, or if someone discloses concerns or is interested in more information about domestic violence.
Early Childhood Resource Guide
Brochure provided by the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services, listing all the early childhood resources they offer.
Every Kid Outdoors (Free National Park Pass for 4th graders)
Get and print 4th grade passes for free admission at national parks (everyone in the car gains free admission with 4th grader). Pass is good for a full year. As a 4th grade educator (including home-schoolers) you can print paper passes for each of your students, using this official website of the United States Government.
Get a Free Breast Pump
Online portal to order free breast pump from your insurance carrier, including medicaid. Prescription from a physician is required, and assistance obtaining this prescription from your physician is provided.
Grief Resources
Grief resources for parents and teachers to help children grieving the loss of a loved one, provided by Fernside
Haircuts from the Heart
Haircuts for people who are homeless, elderly, disabled, or poor. Provided by Franciscan Ministries of Cincinnati, these services are offered through a mini-salon in the Mary Magdalen House in the St. Anthony Center in Over-The-Rhine, a mobile salon, and a voucher program for school-aged children.
Kids' Calendar for Events at Cincinnati Public Library
Calendar for events at Cincinnati public libraries, filtered to show kid-friendly activities.
Kindergarten Tech Resources
Technology website for ages 3-6 (Kindergarten), teaching very basic computer skills (drag and click, etc) while providing exercises in the alphabet, numbers, phonics, counting and drawing letters.
Ohio Governor's Imagination Library
Enrollment page to receive free children's books by mail each month through Dolly Parton's Foundation (for children 5 years old and younger).
PBS Kids
Select and view full episodes of your favorite PBS shows such as Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Sesame Street, Curious George, Cat in the Hat and more. Freely available, no television or cable service required.
Public Library Locations
Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library’s 41 locations
Sweet Cheeks (Diaper Bank) Partner Agencies
Locations in the Cincinnati area where diapers can be received for families in need.
Diversity & Inclusion Resources
Books for People with Print Disabilities
Free Books for the Print-Disabled! If you have a disability that interferes with reading printed text then all of these books can be instantaneously available in your browser or via protected download. Wa
GLAAD LGBTQ Resource List
Resource list provided by GLAAD (the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation)
Indigenous lands map
Searchable map of indigenous lands, identifying original tribal territories and contemporary tribal websites (each tribal website includes resources available specific to tribe).
National Directory of Hispanic Resources
Provided by the U.S. Department of Interior, Civil Rights Office
Additional Instructions Filing For Ohio Unemployment Benefits, if due to COVID-19 pandemic
Instructions for filing Continued Weekly Claims related to COVID-19. Document provided by the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)
Application form for federal discount program offering $30/month off the cost of broadband home internet service for eligible participants.
Application for Air Conditioning Unit
St. Vincent DePaul online application portal for an air conditioning unit.
Application for Representative Payee Program at Freestore
Payee programs are sometimes required by the Social Security Administration to help recipients manage benefits such that housing and other necessities are maintained. The Freestore Foodbank offers a Payee program, and the initial application can be completed online.
Apply for Disability Benefits Online
Social Security Disability Application and Information to help you file online, provided by the Social Security Administration.
Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Online
Application information provided by the Social Security Administration
COVID-19 Housing & Utility Relief Resources
Link provided by 513relief.org for supportive resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
CRC Scholarship Program Application
.pdf describing the Cincinnati Recreation Commission application protocol to obtain financial assistance for CRC programs.
Discounted Price for Amazon Prime
A discounted price of $6.99/month for Amazon Prime is available to qualifying customers with an EBT and/or Medicaid card. This is a link to the application form.
Duke Energy Assistance Programs
Application forms for low-income and senior citizen bill assistance programs
Forms for Hamilton County Job & Family Services
Page on their website devoted to Forms that can be downloaded as needed for application to their various services.
Forms for the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
Page on their website devoted to State Forms that can be downloaded as needed for application to their various State services.
Health Insurance Marketplace
Federal access point for information on health insurance options under the Affordable Care Act.
Metropolitan Sewer District Customer Assistance Program Application for Seniors
Discounted rate on sewer bills if you are a low income senior. 25% discount on future sewer bills if you are 65 years or older, own your home, and have a combined household income of less than $32,800. Complete application, print it, and mail in.
Safelink Wireless Application
Free smart phone, 1000 voice minutes, and 1GB data, per month -- Free -- if you are eligible for medicaid, snap, or other government program (see eligibility requirements).
Filing for Unemployment Step-by-Step Guide
Document provided by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services to help navigate the process of filing for unemployment.
Guide to Living on a Low Income
Living paycheck to paycheck is an unfortunate reality for many Americans. Whether you’re working sporadically or working multiple jobs to make ends meet, this guide offers advice and resources to help you stretch your earnings.
Social Security FAQ page
Answers to frequently asked questions about Social Security benefits.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information
.pdf from Social Security Administration explaining eligibility requirements to get extra financial assistance from them for food.
The Easy Guide to Budgeting
The mere mention of budgeting can be overwhelming, but budgeting is absolutely essential if you want to get out of debt and afford what’s really important. This guide will help you create and use a budget system.
Convert Annual Salary to Hourly Wage
Allows you to see what your hourly wage as an annual salary and vice-versa
COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide
Provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this resource matrix organizes funding opportunities identified in stimulus bills and other federal resources that can help support rural America. Opportunities are categorized by customer and assistance type.
COVID-19 Small Business Resources
Link provided by 513relief.org for supportive resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Haircuts from the Heart
Haircuts for people who are homeless, elderly, disabled, or poor. Provided by Franciscan Ministries of Cincinnati, these services are offered through a mini-salon in the Mary Magdalen House in the St. Anthony Center in Over-The-Rhine, a mobile salon, and a voucher program for school-aged children.
Homeless and Low Income Resources, 9th Edition
Produced by the Community Outreach Division of the Cincinnati VA Center, resources cover Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont County in Ohio, as well as Boone, Kenton, and Campbell County in Kentucky.
Information about eligibility and application for SSDI
(info provided by the Social Security Administration about applying for Disability Benefits)
COVID-19 Food Assistance Resources
Link provided by 513relief.org for supportive resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Google Map of Local Food Pantries
This map lists food pantries, soup kitchens and shelters, operated by partner agencies of the Freestore Foodbank, located throughout 20 counties in OH, KY and IN. Includes tool to zoom in for street level view. Detailed information about each location can be found by clicking on the icon representing each site location on the map. PLEASE NOTE: Hours of operation may change without notice, so please call the location before visiting to confirm hours and eligibility requirements.
Homeless and Low Income Resources, 9th Edition
Produced by the Community Outreach Division of the Cincinnati VA Center, resources cover Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont County in Ohio, as well as Boone, Kenton, and Campbell County in Kentucky.
Domestic Violence Referral Guide
Guide provided by the Family Justice Center of Greater Cincinnati, detailing what to do if you suspect, or if someone discloses concerns or is interested in more information about domestic violence.
Homeless and Low Income Resources, 9th Edition
Produced by the Community Outreach Division of the Cincinnati VA Center, resources cover Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont County in Ohio, as well as Boone, Kenton, and Campbell County in Kentucky.
Homeless Coalition Resource Directory
Resource Directory provided by the Cincinnati Homeless Coalition, includes phone numbers for emergency housing shelters, food and clothing, social worker phone numbers, treatment centers and more.
Joint Statement of CDC & EPA on Bed Bug Control
(educational .pdf on issues involved in successfully combating bed bugs)
Section 8 Apartment Search
(directory provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development)
Tenant’s Guide to Eviction Court
provided by the Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati, the guide includes answers to many process questions, a list of common eviction defenses, a glossary of terms, and a form to provide a written response (required) to the plaintiff's claims.
VA Guaranteed Home Loans
VA home loans guarantees are issued to help eligible service members, veterans, reservists and certain unmarried surviving spouses obtain homes, condominiums, residential cooperative housing units, and manufactured homes, and to refinance loans.
League of Women Voters 411
Nonpartisan information on candidates in various federal, state and local races, election dates, ID requirements, registration deadlines, and much more.
Ohio BMV Acceptable Documents Checklist
Document checklist for compliant ID card. Starting in 2020, compliant ID cards are required to vote and/or board an airplane in the United States.
U.S. Senate Hearings & Committees
Descriptions of each committee meeting and hearing scheduled to take place today, and on days thereafter. The time and location of each meeting/hearing is identified, and a link provided for live video feed.
Lawyers Serving Warriors Application
Online application to obtain free legal assistance for veteran issues including disability determination and appeal.
Ohio Advance Directives Paperwork
Forms and instructions for creating an Ohio Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, and Ohio Living Will Declaration. A form for Organ Donation Enrollment is also included.
About Healthcare Powers of Attorney & Living Wills
A video discussing healthcare power of attorney and living wills, provided by Equality Ohio, Leslie Johns, intake specialist for Equality Ohio legal clinic.
Senior Legal Aid Tool Kit
Information to help seniors prepare needed legal documents and answer their legal questions, provided by Pro Seniors, a nonprofit legal aid organization for seniors.
Toolkits, Form Letters, and Local VA Accredited Advocates
Legal advocacy for members of the military, veterans, and their families. Browse multiple topics for toolkits and form letters to use, as well as to find local VA accredited legal advocates.
Understanding Advance Directives
Answers questions "What are advance directives?", "What is a living will?", "What is a medical power of attorney?", and "Who should select my medical power of attorney?". This .pdf is provided by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
Domestic Violence Referral Guide
Guide provided by the Family Justice Center of Greater Cincinnati, detailing what to do if you suspect, or if someone discloses concerns or is interested in more information about domestic violence.
Elder Abuse Injury Claim Coach
A website that will take you step-by-step through the claims process, giving useful insider tips and "how-to" information to help with your claim.
Federal Inmate locator
(Provided by the Federal Bureau of Prisons)
Homeless and Low Income Resources, 9th Edition
Produced by the Community Outreach Division of the Cincinnati VA Center, resources cover Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont County in Ohio, as well as Boone, Kenton, and Campbell County in Kentucky.
National Legal Aid Directory
(National Directory to find local office)
Ohio Tenant-Landlord Law General Guidelines
.pdf provided by the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts to help tenants and landlords understand their rights and obligations under the law..
Return My Deposit!
Video explaining Tenant/Landlord Rights and Obligations. This tenant is having trouble getting his full deposit back from his landlord. Luckily, a knowledgeable biker was nearby.
State & County Inmate Locator
(Directory of Department of Correction websites by State and County)
State-Specific Advance Directives and Living Wills
Planning materials to designate the type of care you would like to receive at the end of your life that must be respected by the State. Resource page provided by the AARP.
Tenant’s Guide to Eviction Court
provided by the Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati, the guide includes answers to many process questions, a list of common eviction defenses, a glossary of terms, and a form to provide a written response (required) to the plaintiff's claims.
Will He Fix it?
Video explaining Tenant/Landlord Rights and Obligations. This tenant is having trouble getting her landlord to make repairs. Luckily, her neighbor knows just what to do.
Medicare & Medicaid Health Insurance
Mental & Behavioral Health
Diagnostic Assessment Form (DAF) Update
Some mental health services, including housing placements, require an updated Diagnostic Assessment for entry into their program. This form, when completed and signed by a psychiatrist usually meets the requirement.
Global Assessment of Functioning (GAF)
Clinical assessment scale is used to rate how serious a mental illness may be. It measures how much a person's symptoms affect their day-to-day life on a scale of 0 to 100. It's designed to help mental health providers understand how well the person can do everyday activities.
Patient Advocacy Form for Tapering Off Psychotropic Medications
This is a Psychiatric Patient Advocacy Form for those who recently experienced severe psychiatric behavioral decompensation requiring hospitalization, who nonetheless would like to one day be tapered off psychotropic medication.
Psychogeriatric Assessment Scales
Tool for assessing cognitive and behavioral changes in the elderly. Includes scripts for client and informant interviews.
Symptoms & Complaints Checklist
Self-assessment of existence and frequency of 35 possible somatic complaints. Helpful in enhancing patient-provider communication.
Fitness & Exercise Manual
Includes suggestions and weekly checklist/log for monitoring progress in one’s participation in healthy living activities. Produced by the Neuroscience Treatment Team Partnership Program of Eli Lilly.
Inactivity Pandemic
Information Graphic of health statistics on the benefits of exercise as well as the health problems associated with inactivity.
Nutrition, Wellness, and Living a Healthy Lifestyle Manual
Workbook offering information and tips on healthy living including nutrition, fitness, and exercise. Produced by the Neuroscience Treatment Team Partner Program of Eli Lilly.
Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
2nd Edition, published by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, provides guidelines for physical activity by age, with examples of activity.
Promoting Daily Living Skills in Adults with Intellectual Disability
.pdf provided by the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (of South Australia) detailing specific steps to improve independent living skills of adults with intellectual disabilities.
Understanding Advance Directives
Answers questions "What are advance directives?", "What is a living will?", "What is a medical power of attorney?", and "Who should select my medical power of attorney?". This .pdf is provided by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
Butler County Cooling Centers
PDF listing Butler County shelters and contact information for those seeking shelter from excessive heat.
Cincinnati Public Health Center Locations
CPH operates 7 Primary Care Health Centers, 1 free-standing dental center, 1 free-standing vision and dental center, and thirteen 13 School-Based Health Centers. Health centers are open Monday through Friday and accept all types of insurance and patients without insurance. Addresses and hours of operation are available through this link.
Clinton County Cooling Centers
PDF listing Clinton County shelters and contact information for those seeking shelter from excessive heat.
Covid-19 Vaccine & Testing Access
Link provided by 513relief.org for supportive resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Daily Air Quality/Pollution Forecast & Actual Conditions
Enter your zip code on landing page and click "go". On resulting forecast page, click "Current AQI" tab for current conditions.
Daily Pollen & Mold Allergen Index
Enter your zip code at top of landing page for daily air quality index of the amount of pollen and mold, and specific top allergens, in the air.
Domestic Violence Referral Guide
Guide provided by the Family Justice Center of Greater Cincinnati, detailing what to do if you suspect, or if someone discloses concerns or is interested in more information about domestic violence.
Drug & Medication Information
Database of information on medication interactions and side effects, as well as tools for pill identification..
HIV Testing & Services Search Portal
Search portal to find closest HIV testing and services by city, state, or zip code-- provided by HIV.gov.
HIV/AIDS Education
HIV/AIDS Education (provided by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)
Homeless and Low Income Resources, 9th Edition
Produced by the Community Outreach Division of the Cincinnati VA Center, resources cover Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont County in Ohio, as well as Boone, Kenton, and Campbell County in Kentucky.
National Center on Health, Physical Activity & Disability
Resource for those with disabilities (and their service providers) to find recreational activities that promote increased physical activity and health.
Nutritional Health Science Research Articles
Online library of health science research articles addressing nutrition recommendations for aging. The library is hosted by Life Extension, a commercial nutritional supplement company.
State-Specific Advance Directives and Living Wills
Planning materials to designate the type of care you would like to receive at the end of your life that must be respected by the State. Resource page provided by the AARP.
STD Testing and Prevention in Cincinnati
Directory of Free STD testing locations in the Greater Cincinnati Area, as well as information on STD incident trends in the local area.
Private Insurance Programs
How to file an Insurance Complaint
Ohio law gives gives you the right to file a complaint against insurance companies, health maintenance organizations (HMOs), insurance agents and adjusters. The following .pdf (from the Ohio Department of Insurance) provides instructions on how to do so.
Needy Meds Drug Discount Card
Drug Discount card from Needy Meds Org. Anyone can use the card, but it can’t be combined with insurance. You can use the card instead of insurance if: your medicine isn’t covered by your insurance; or if your insurance has no drug coverage; or if you have a high drug deductible; or if the card offers a better price than your copay.
State by State Health Insurance Information
Independent site offering consumer information on affordable medical insurance for individual families and the self employed, including State by State specific guides and information on Insurance Exchanges.
Application for Boys & Girls Club of Greater Cincinnati
Online application for programs provided by the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Cincinnati
Cincinnati Recreation Center Scholarship Application
Online application portal for financial assistance to obtain an All-CRC Recreation Center Membership Card. This membership card allows access to any CRC recreation center.
Discounted Price for Amazon Prime
A discounted price of $6.99/month for Amazon Prime is available to qualifying customers with an EBT and/or Medicaid card. This is a link to the application form.
Financial Aid for YMCA Membership
Application form for financial aid to obtain membership to the YMCA, for individuals and families. Return the Financial Assistance application, along with required documentation to the Welcome Center at your YMCA branch.
Find a Team
If you are a player looking for a team, the Athletics Staff at the Cincinnati Recreation Commission will get your information to team managers, simply complete the online form.
Computer Programming Tutorials
One hour tutorials and projects for kids of any age. 9 out of 10 schools do not offer computer programming classes, yet job opportunities in computer science are growing at 2x the national rate.
CRC Playground Information
Cincinnati Recreation Commission information on playgrounds, locations, hours of operation, and phone numbers.
CRC Pool and Splash Park Information
Cincinnati Recreation Commission information on pools and splash parks, locations, phone numbers, and hours of operation.
CRC Recreation Center Information
Cincinnati Recreation Commission information on recreation centers, facility information, locations, hours of operation, programs offered, and contact information.
National Center on Health, Physical Activity & Disability
Resource for those with disabilities (and their service providers) to find recreational activities that promote increased physical activity and health.
Public Library Locations
Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library’s 41 locations
Anxiety & Depression in Older Adults
Facts and tips for older adults and their families concerning the management of anxiety and depression.
Best Practices in Senior Care
Best Practices in Care Management for Senior Populations (.pdf) as determined by the Center for Healthcare Research and Transformation, April 2014.
Elder Abuse Injury Claim Coach
A website that will take you step-by-step through the claims process, giving useful insider tips and "how-to" information to help with your claim.
Guide for Applying Online for Medicare
.pdf provided by the Social Security Administration, providing information and guidance, as well as eligibility details, for applying online for medicare.
How to prepare for a doctor's appointment
Advice from the National Institute on Aging.
Pet Adoption & Seniors
American Humane Association discussion of the benefits of having a pet when you are a senior.
Promoting Daily Living Skills in Adults with Intellectual Disability
.pdf provided by the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (of South Australia) detailing specific steps to improve independent living skills of adults with intellectual disabilities.
Senior Legal Aid Tool Kit
Information to help seniors prepare needed legal documents and answer their legal questions, provided by Pro Seniors, a nonprofit legal aid organization for seniors.
Social Security FAQ page
Answers to frequently asked questions about Social Security benefits.
Understanding Advance Directives
Answers questions "What are advance directives?", "What is a living will?", "What is a medical power of attorney?", and "Who should select my medical power of attorney?". This .pdf is provided by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization.
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Jesuit Prayer App
Daily scripture and commentary, daily examen, prayer cards, and prayer request form. iPhone and Android versions available.
Kiva
Non-profit organization with a mission to connect people through lending to alleviate poverty. Leveraging the worldwide network of microfinance institutions, Kiva lets individuals lend as little as $25 to help create opportunity around the world.
Fellowship of the Spirit 12 Step Study Notes, part 1
Hand written notes for each page of the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism. These notes cover pages i-29, and are meant to facilitate a detailed, line by line, study of the 12 Steps.
Fellowship of the Spirit 12 Step Study Notes, part 2
Hand written notes for each page of the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism. These notes cover pages 30-69, and are meant to facilitate a detailed, line by line, study of the 12 Steps.
Fellowship of the Spirit 12 Step Study Notes, part 3
Hand written notes for each page of the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism. These notes cover pages 70-103, and are meant to facilitate a detailed, line by line, study of the 12 Steps.
Letter from Birmingham Jail
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Letter from Birmingham Jail, in which he defines the spiritual practices required for success in one's pursuit of societal change through social action/protest.
Picture Books about Black Saints
Picture books to share Black saints’ stories with your children
Sermon on the Mount & The Lord’s Prayer
An interpretation of the Sermon on the Mount and the Lord's Prayer, line by line, by Emmet Fox 1934. Popular among the early AA fellowship before the publishing of the book Alcoholics Anonymous, within which many of the principles and steps are based.
Step 11 Worksheet
A list of questions to use when constructively reviewing your day, as found in the book Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Recovered from Alcoholism.
Against All Odds
(mp3) Inspirational/motivational speech by Harvey Carey at the 2010 Global Leadership Summit sponsored by Willow Creek. Carey is Founder and senior pastor of Citadel of Faith Covenant Church n Detroit, Michigan, located in one of the poorest zip codes in America. Emphasizes transformation happens not by what you say you will do, but what you do, and shares some of his experiences of doing.
Douay-Rheims (Catholic) Bible
DOUAY-RHEIMS Bible in .pdf format with hyperlinks to books and chapters within.
How to Meditate: Basic Breath Meditation
Guided instruction on basic breath mediation, common within many buddhist practices. This is an audio file that automatically plays when link is clicked.
Jehovah’s Witnesses Publication Library
Online library of the official Jehovah’s Witnesses website. Read online or download the latest issues of the Watchtower and Awake! magazines and other featured items. Free audio versions and videos are available in many languages, including sign languages.
King James Bible
King James Bible in .pdf format with hyperlinks to books and chapters within.
Monthly Video from Pope Francis
Short videos published monthly by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network to assist in the dissemination of intentions related to the challenges that humanity faces.
NIV Bible
NIV (New International Version) Bible in .pdf format with hyperlinks to books and chapters within.
Nonviolent Conflict Resources for Social Justice Initiatives
Resource library of manuals and guides for nonviolent conflict, provided by the International Center for Nonviolent Conflict.
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Amtrak discounts
Landing page provides info on discounts for children, students, military & veterans, disabled individuals, seniors, and groups.
Buy Amtrak passenger train tickets online
Landing page enables you to search for desired destination, schedule, and purchase tickets.
Buy Greyhound bus tickets online
Greyhound Bus Tickets Online
Forms for the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
Page on their website devoted to State Forms that can be downloaded as needed for application to their various State services.
Greyhound discounts
Landing page provides info on discounts for children, students, military & veterans, seniors, and groups.
Metro Reduced Fare Application
Application for reduced fare on metro buses.
Red Bike Discounted Monthly Price
Application for $5/month unlimited 30 day use (2 hour increments) of Red Bike service. Available to residents of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky with a household income at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. If you receive food assistance, such as SNAP, WIC, or TANF, or energy assistance such as HEAP or PIPP, you are eligible for Red Bike discount.
Ticket Purchasing Portal for Warren County Bus Service
Purchase bus tickets online for transportation services in Lebanon Ohio.
Warren County Transit Reduced Fare Application
Application for reduced fare ($1.50)on Warren County Buses, available toChildren through age 12, Elderly, or Disabled.
Domestic Violence Referral Guide
Guide provided by the Family Justice Center of Greater Cincinnati, detailing what to do if you suspect, or if someone discloses concerns or is interested in more information about domestic violence.
VA Guaranteed Home Loans
VA home loans guarantees are issued to help eligible service members, veterans, reservists and certain unmarried surviving spouses obtain homes, condominiums, residential cooperative housing units, and manufactured homes, and to refinance loans.
Veteran Resources for Women
Resources specific to helping women veterans.
Vocational Rehabilitation
Promoting Daily Living Skills in Adults with Intellectual Disability
.pdf provided by the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (of South Australia) detailing specific steps to improve independent living skills of adults with intellectual disabilities.
W3 Schools
Free Tutorials, Exercises, and Reference Guides for all major computer languages. The school also provides an index of certification programs and pricing..
W3Schools’ Online Certification Program
Free online courses to learn essential web application languages (html, php, css, javascript, etc.). Program allows you to take the paid certification exam a second time free if you fail the test.
What motivates us in the workplace?
Challenge, mastery, & making a contribution, more so than the big bucks?
Application for Boys & Girls Club of Greater Cincinnati
Online application for programs provided by the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Cincinnati
CRC Scholarship Program Application
.pdf describing the Cincinnati Recreation Commission application protocol to obtain financial assistance for CRC programs.
Forms for the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services
Page on their website devoted to State Forms that can be downloaded as needed for application to their various State services.
Ohio EdChoice Scholarship Program
The Educational Choice Scholarship (EdChoice) Program provides students from designated public schools the opportunity to attend participating private schools. The program also provides low-income students who are entering kindergarten through 12th grade scholarship opportunities to reduce the cost of attending a private school. The link provides application process information and income verification documents..
Youth Employment Program Eligibility Application
Application form for Hamilton County Youth Employment Program, which provides jobs and year-round job readiness training for Hamilton County residents ages 14-21 who have an eligible barrier to employment, and/or where household income is below 200% poverty level.
Guide to Resilience
eBook for parents, teachers and therapists to support traumatized individuals. Published by Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health, the book presents techniques for building individual resilience.
Computer Programming Tutorials
One hour tutorials and projects for kids of any age. 9 out of 10 schools do not offer computer programming classes, yet job opportunities in computer science are growing at 2x the national rate.
NACoA Kit for Parents
Suggestions and tools for raising children in an household where one parent is actively abusing alcohol. Resource provided by the National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACoA).
Resource Guide for Parents & Providers Serving LGBTQ Youth
A Project of Lighthouse Youth Services, covering Cincinnati-area resources, published 2020.
Social and Emotional Learning, Diverse Reading List
List of children's books that help model and explore strategies for tackling challenges and building community. Both fiction and nonfiction titles feature protagonists from diverse backgrounds and are written by award-winning authors and illustrators.
Teachers’ Guide to Talking About Death
Includes overview of stages children go through in their understanding of death, and classroom suggestions to help children deal with death.
Haircuts from the Heart
Haircuts for people who are homeless, elderly, disabled, or poor. Provided by Franciscan Ministries of Cincinnati, these services are offered through a mini-salon in the Mary Magdalen House in the St. Anthony Center in Over-The-Rhine, a mobile salon, and a voucher program for school-aged children.
Public Library Locations
Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library’s 41 locations
Teen Calendar for Events at Cincinnati Public Library
Calendar for events at Cincinnati public libraries, filtered to show teen-friendly activities.
