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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
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Shared by United Resource Connection September 25, 2024
We’ve officially launched CYBER CASE MANAGER GPT, our personal assistant to help navigate local social service resources here in Cincinnati. CYBER CASE MANAGER GPT has been in development over the past year and a half. We had a “soft launch” about 3 months ago for public testing and feedback. We’re
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 23, 2024
We need to capture 20-30 testimonies from our users about their experience using URC. The testimonies will be used as we seek continued funding for the services we provide as the Cincinnati Branch of United Resource Connection. We need these testimonies about the usefulness of our services to stay operational.
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 22, 2024
FREE laundry services are available to low-income families, students, individuals and the homeless. Volunteers assist with the laundry services, and all laundry fees and supplies are paid for through generous donations. The laundry services are offered on a first come, first serve basis, and guests must remain present during throughout
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 20, 2024
Families comprise 40% of the homeless population. Children in these families typically change schools 7 to 8 times per year, significantly disrupting their peer relationships and education. There are several programs in Hamilton County using a single gateway specifically focusing on the provision of housing support to homeless families with
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 18, 2024
The Cincinnati Computer Cooperative, located at 49 Novner Drive, is a non profit organization that provides low cost home computers to those in need. Low-income individuals and families, students from Kindergarten to Postgraduate, and individuals over the age of 55 are eligible to buy from the Cooperative. Both desktop and
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 13, 2024
The National Association for Children of Addiction produces a booklet called “Tools for Kids” to support healthy development of children impacted by addiction in their family. The 2024 version of the booklet provides children with important information about addiction, how addiction impacts kids, what kids can do, and how children
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 12, 2024
Medication Assisted Recovery and outpatient services for women with Opiod Addiction are available at My Sisters Garden, located in Deer Park. They accept Medicaid and offer medication assisted treatment, as well as case management and individual, group, and family therapy. New clients can schedule by calling 513 686-7809. Service application
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 10, 2024
As we age, maintaining a regular exercise routine becomes increasingly important for our overall health and well-being. For elderly adults, staying physically active can help prevent illness, improve mobility and flexibility, and enhance overall quality of life. Regular exercise has been shown to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 7, 2024
Hamilton County participates in a program called “Smart 9 1 1,” which provides an emergency alert and messaging system to which anyone can freely subscribe. The system is designed to provide messages about emergency situations occurring locally, and is customizable. Users are able to choose from 42 different types of local
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 6, 2024
Many pet owners who need housing, medical or rehabilitation services can not access these services because they will not surrender their pet. Surrendering one’s animal in order to receive housing, medical or rehabilitation services for oneself or family, can cause trauma to everyone involved. The Interfaith Hospitality Network provides a
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 5, 2024
The United States Department of Homeland Security provides Citizenship & Immigration Services, that include fee waivers for individuals that can demonstrate an inability to pay filing fees for various citizenship and immigration documents. The Form to Request a Fee Waiver and the Instructions for Completion are both available as pdf documents. This
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection September 4, 2024
The Hamilton County Department of Health provides a number of health education resources available for download and review. Among these are “Fact Sheets” on a number of topics, including one about important factors to consider during heat emergencies. Those at greatest risk for heat-related illness include infants and children up
Read More Shared by United Resource Connection August 28, 2024
