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You can now search the Greater Cincinnati United Way database without leaving United Resource Connection by using the form located at https://cincinnati.unitedresourceconnection.org/uwgc-database. The Greater Cincinnati United Way database consists of nearly 1,500 agencies and organizations that provide approximately 3,000 programs to assist you in your time of need. The database provides
The video included with this post is part of a campaign to reach latino Ohioans who have not yet been vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. It is particularly important to reach this population because they are disproportionately effected by the COVID-19 virus. Kiara Alfonseca (digital reporter, journalist, and producer) reports that
The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans was released by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The guidelines are now available in .pdf format and provide chapters devoted to dietary recommendations for each of 5 population groups: Infants & Toddlers, Children & Adolescents, Adults, Women Who Are Pregnant or Lactating,
The Community Action Agency has a Home Relief Fund to assist families with bills ranging from rent, mortgage, and utilities including water, sewage, stormwater, and trash removal. The Home Relief Program is being funded, in part, through federal treasury allocations made available to Hamilton County and the City of Cincinnati
The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued guidance on “Choosing Safer Activities” during the COVID-19 pandemic. The guidelines provide a color-code system indicating how safe various activities are when you are vaccinated versus unvaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. The CDC is the national public health
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
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
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).
According to a recent report by Governor DeWine, the African American population of Ohio is significantly underrepresented among those vaccinated. According to DeWine, statewide only 5% of those vaccinated are African American. Within Hamilton County this number is 11%, however this does not reflect countywide demographics where African Americans make
The SNAP Plus/Produce Perks program at Findlay Market helps families afford more fresh fruits and vegetables and other healthy food typically found in the Findlay Farmers Market. Since 2007, low-income shoppers have been able to exchange their EBT dollars for one-dollar brass tokens that they can spend like cash in
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-
Remember to take precautions HAMILTON COUNTY, OHIO – “With all of the focus on COVID-19, it’s easy to lose sight of yet another virus that can be active this time of year,” according to Hamilton County Health Commissioner Greg Kesterman. “Mosquitoes are very active this time of year,” Kesterman says.
National Recovery Month is a national observance held every September to educate Americans that substance use treatment and mental health services can enable those with mental and substance use disorders to live healthy and rewarding lives. If you are in recovery, we celebrate your success! We’re grateful that you have