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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.

Free Testing & Lead Paint Hazard Removal for some Medicaid Recipients

For Homeowners and renters, if your child is Medicaid eligible and under 19 years of age — or you are pregnant and Medicaid eligible — you may qualify for FREE home testing and lead paint hazard removal. This program is statewide and available in every county in Ohio. The program

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Shared by United Resource Connection June 20, 2019

LIFT Application

[contact-form-7] Visit Original Source at Freestorefoodbank.org

Apply for SNAP (Food Stamps) Benefits

Call 513-381-SNAP (7627) for more information between 8:30 am – 3:00 pm EST. Food stamps or SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits help put groceries and food on the table for people experiencing hunger.  These temporary benefits are based on income and are issued monthly  through an electronic debit (EBT)

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Shared by Freestore Food Bank, Trisha Rayner for Media Inquiries April 8, 2019

Be Sure to Renew Your Medicaid Benefits Annually!

DID YOU KNOW? You can lose your health care coverage if you do not take action to renew every year.   The state of Ohio sends a reminder form in the mail. When you receive it, or when you receive a reminder from your managed care provider (e.g., Buckeye, CareSource,

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Shared by United Resource Connection March 27, 2019

Free Passes to Arts & Recreation Attractions Provided by Public Library

“Discovery Passes” are offered by the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. These passes provide Library cardholders with free admission to arts, cultural, and recreational attractions throughout Hamilton county. Customers can check out passes to:             The American Sign Museum        

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Shared by United Resource Connection February 26, 2019

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week

Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is November 10 – 18th. This week is about generating conversation around hunger and homelessness and engaging communities. Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week: National Statistics Many Americans are living on the edge. Choosing between basic necessities like purchasing food, paying rent, or going to the doctor.

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Shared by Strategies to End Homelessness November 13, 2018

Partner Spotlight: The Salvation Army

Since 1865, The Salvation Army of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky has made it its mission to “preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.” As a partner in ending homelessness we are proud to spotlight their efforts to “do the most

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Shared by Strategies to End Homelessness October 4, 2018

Partner Spotlight: City Gospel Mission

Strategies to End Homelessness is proud to have City Gospel Mission as a partner in ending homelessness in Greater Cincinnati. The Mission and vision of City Gospel Mission Founded by James N. Gamble of Procter & Gamble in 1924, City Gospel Mission helps the homeless and hurting break the cycle

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Shared by Strategies to End Homelessness September 11, 2018

Obtaining Birth (or Death) Certificates in Cincinnati

Birth certificates are required by a number of service providers to demonstrate citizenship for service eligibility. The City of Cincinnati issues Birth Certificates for anyone born in Ohio. Certificates are public records and may be obtained by anyone providing the information necessary. More information on how to apply can be found here. If

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Shared by United Resource Connection July 15, 2014

Food Pyramid replaced by new graphic

  On June 2nd, 2011, the Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion (an organization of the U.S. Department of Agriculture) announced a new graphic will replace the food pyramid.  The hope is that the new graphic, which appears at the right, is easier to understand.  Click on the plate to

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Shared by United Resource Connection June 5, 2011

State-Specific Advance Directives & Living Wills

What are Advance Directives? A living will allows you to document your wishes concerning medical treatments at the end of life. Before your living will can guide medical decision-making two physicians must certify: 1) You are unable to make medical decisions; and 2) You are in the medical condition specified

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Shared by United Resource Connection October 7, 2009

Fact Sheets on Drug Abuse and Addiction

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) has produced a number of .pdfs conveying the science-based facts of drug abuse and addiction.  These educational resources make great reading materials to review with clients who may be struggling with abuse and/or addiction.  The .pdfs are available in English and Spanish, and

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Shared by United Resource Connection September 25, 2009