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 great resource if you are financially able to support your local food pantry. You
Free afterschool meals for kids and teens are available at select library branches throughout Cincinnati and Hamilton County. In partnership with United Methodist Church Food Ministry, kids ages 1 through 18 can enjoy FREE meals Mondays through Fridays at the Library throughout the school year. There are 15 participating branches
Medicaid and EBT cardholders get a 50% discount on Amazon Prime Membership, paying only $6.99 per month instead of $14.99. The 50% discount can be a significant savings for EBT card holders who already self pay for Amazon Prime. In some situations it can also be beneficial for those who
Leisure activities and routines are crucial for maintaining good mental health. Engaging in activities such as going to a park can be an essential part of a self-care routine. For some people with mental health challenges or disabilities, they may need assistance in establishing these routines and transportation. Hamilton County
Extra money is available to SNAP recipients this summer to make sure kids are getting the meals they need during summer break. Traditionally there has been no change in the amount of SNAP benefits one receives during the school year and summer, despite the fact that children have lunch provided
The United States Department of Agriculture has a Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program which provides fresh, nutritious, unprepared locally grown fruits, vegetables, fresh cut herbs and honey through farmers’ markets and roadside stands. The Farmers’ Market Senior Coupon Application is available online and very simple to complete. No documents are
Access to fruits and vegetables is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. For low-income individuals and families, limited access to affordable and fresh produce can pose a significant barrier to achieving a balanced and nutritious diet. This can lead to an increased risk of chronic health conditions such
The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Maternal, Child and Family Health partners with Cribs for Kids and local organizations throughout Ohio to provide free pack-and-plays and safe sleep education to eligible families. Many homes lack safe sleeping spaces for babies. Sleeping in a bed with a baby or placing
The Freestore Foodbank has opened an additional location of its food market services, to serve the Del hi, Lower Price Hill, and Sedamsville communities. The location is called the Bea Taylor Market, and is located at 3401 Rosenthal Way. The market is similar to downtown’s Liberty Street location, but with
U.S. Congressional gridlock can temporarily shut down big parts of the federal government — including many health programs. If it happens, some government functions would stop completely and some in part, while others wouldn’t be immediately affected — including Medicare, Medicaid, and health plans sold under the Affordable Care Act.
Starting in 2024, recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will gain the ability to utilize their benefits for grocery deliveries through Uber Eats. Uber Eats is an online food ordering and delivery platform launched by Uber in 2014. Couriers deliver meals using cars, scooters, bikes, or on foot. Instructions for
February is the last month for the pandemic-era SNAP emergency allotment. The SNAP emergency allotment was an additional deposit of SNAP funds that occurred at the end of every month for SNAP EBT card holders. The United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Services announced that the Supplemental Nutrition
Amazon is cutting free grocery delivery for Prime members on orders less than $150. Customers who get their groceries delivered from Amazon Fresh and pay less than $150 — will be charged between $3.95 and $9.95, depending on the order size. The changes will go into effect February 28th, 2023.