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Stabilization Program at the Freestore

CUSTOMER CONNECTION CENTER FLYER PURPOSE: To assist individuals to achieve greater stability by helping them to define key areas in their life that create barriers to obtaining and maintaining employment. REQUIREMENTS: Commitment to personal change that will help overcome barriers to increased self-reliance and stability. PROCESS: Individuals can be referred

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Shared by Freestore Food Bank, Trisha Rayner for Media Inquiries June 10, 2020

Filing for Unemployment in Ohio: Quick Tips and Step-By-Step Guide

Apply for unemployment benefits as soon as you become unemployed. Your claim will become effective the Sunday after your application is filed. Your first payment will begin processing after you (1) receive your eligibility determination AND (2) file your first weekly claim. Applying online will help expedite this process. If

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 16, 2020

Meals for Seniors Can Be Picked Up at Local Recreation Centers

Many Seniors in Hamilton County live independently but are having trouble obtaining meals during the COVID-19 State of Emergency. A great resource for these individuals (Seniors 60 years and older) is available through the Cincinnati Recreation Commission in partnership with The Council on Aging of Southwest Ohio.   Meals are

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 10, 2020

60 Days of Free Internet for Students & Teachers

For students and teachers who don’t have Internet service, Spectrum is offering free Internet and Wifi access for 60 days.   Teachers and parent/guardians can call (855) 243-8892 and ask for the sales department (expect a long wait). Tell them you would like to set up new service and get

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 9, 2020

Local Food Pantries Sorted by Zip Code

THIS ARTICLE HAS EXPIRED. LINKS HAVE BEEN REMOVED TO COMPLY WITH QUALITY ASSURANCE GUIDELINES. The Cincinnati Freestore compiles a list of local food pantries with addresses and contact information. This is a great resource if you know someone or a family in need of food assistance. It is also a

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 9, 2020

Drive-thru in a SNAP

Ohio residents who receive food assistance can now shop online and pick up groceries in their cars. Federal rules say SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits cannot be used for food delivery. But retailers are no longer required to submit waiver requests to allow online shopping and curbside pickup for

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Shared by Hamilton County Job & Family Services April 2, 2020

Celebrating Black History Month

As Black History Month draws to a close, some of our staff gathered for a photo in front of our building to honor the history and contributions made to our community and our organization.  The post Celebrating Black History Month appeared first on Hamilton County Job & Family Services .

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Shared by Moira Weir February 28, 2020

Benefits Enrollment

Freestore Foodbank’s Customer Connection Center works with a network of social service providers to ensure holistic support to the entire family, offering many resources on site with other forms of support through referrals. Because benefits are often a vital lifeline during a time of crisis for local families, we offer

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Shared by Freestore Food Bank, Trisha Rayner for Media Inquiries January 1, 2020

Earn up to $23.50 with the census

Looking for extra income in 2020? The U.S. Census is looking to fill thousands of temporary jobs next year. Applications are now being accepted. Hours are flexible. Most people hired will work evenings and weekends, making this an ideal job for someone who works full time and is looking to

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Shared by Moira Weir December 12, 2019

METRO TO OFFER FREE RIDES FOR VETERANS ON VETERANS DAY

Ride Fare-Free on Metro on Nov. 11 with a Military ID“Providing veterans in our community with free rides is just a very small way of saying thank you for their sacrifice, bravery and commitment to serving and protecting our country,” said Interim Metro CEO Darryl Haley.To ride for free, active,

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Shared by Cincinnati Metro November 6, 2019

Online Employment Application

[contact-form-7] The post Online Employment Application appeared first on Freestore Foodbank . Visit Original Source at Freestorefoodbank.org

Use your food benefits at these Hamilton County farmers’ markets

The Ohio Direction Card is accepted at eight farmers’ markets in Hamilton County. Many more markets across the state also accept the card. Hamilton County locations include:  Findlay Market Farmers’ Market 1801 Race Street Cincinnati, OH 45202  8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on

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Shared by Moira Weir July 17, 2019

Cincinnati Recreation Commission eNewsletter

To get news about the latest events happening at the Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC), subscribe to their eNewsletter by providing your email address at the following link http://cincyrec.org/newsletter/signup.aspx You can also visit their webpage at https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/recreation/latest-news-events/ for the latest news and event information.