United Resource Connection has partnered with the United Way to help enhance communication and collaboration between area social service agencies. Each resource page on United Resource Connection prominently displays a link to United Way 2-1-1. United Way 2-1-1 provides free, confidential information and referrals, available 24/7. Dial 2-1-1 to
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Shared by United Resource Connection March 27, 2021
Many new financial resources exist because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and many of the eligibility requirements for existing low-income resources have been expanded to include more people. All the same, over the past year many people have still found it hard to navigate the complexities of the system and connect
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection March 26, 2021
What is this Forgiveness Program? This temporary program will help customers avoid water shutoffs at their home. Customers must demonstrate they are experiencing economic hardship due to COVID-19 or be at or below specified income levels. What part and amount of my bill will be forgiven? Customers who qualify will
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection March 19, 2021
If you’re struggling financially because of covid-19, we might be able to help. We have funds available now in our Prevention, Retention and Contingency fund and this money can cover a wide variety of things – rent, utility bills, beds and baby items, to name a few. Because of covid,
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Shared by Hamilton County Job & Family Services March 3, 2021
Shop fresh produce, meat, pantry staples, beverages, and everyday food on Amazon, and receive same-day delivery (no minimum spend for free-delivery on these food orders if you are an Amazon Prime member, otherwise, free-delivery on fresh produce and meat orders over $35; free-delivery on all other food orders over $25).
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection March 2, 2021
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program that provides eligible Ohioans assistance with their energy bills. This one-time benefit is applied directly to the customer’s utility bill or bulk fuel bill. The Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) helps eligible Ohioans manage their energy bills year-
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection February 11, 2021
COLUMBUS, OHIO – Ohioans who apply for unemployment benefits on or after Dec. 6 will be required to conduct work-search activities because of an expiring section of state law (Section 19 of H.B. 197), the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) announced today. Work-search requirements will be waived
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection December 2, 2020
Last month it was announced that Ohio would be moving forward with President Donald Trump’s executive order to offer additional money for people getting unemployment benefits during the pandemic. Those benefits this past week just started arriving. Ohio has been paying those who qualify for unemployment a maximum amount of
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 22, 2020
The Hamilton County CARES Rent and Utility Relief Program draws on CARES Act funds to provide short term assistance to renters who live in Hamilton County and can document income loss due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The providers will also work with landlords to ensure that the renters will not
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 6, 2020
As an Amazon Prime member, you receive Free Two-Day Delivery on over 100 million items, exclusive shopping deals, and discounts on diapers and baby food. With Prime, you also get access to thousands of movies, TV shows, and music to stream online or download for offline, plus unlimited access to
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection May 20, 2020