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Need Help with your Duke Bills? Here’s How to Schedule an Appointment for HEAP & PIPP

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-

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Shared by United Resource Connection February 11, 2021

Mosquito Season in Full Swing

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. 

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Shared by Hamilton County Public Health September 15, 2020

Amazon Accepts SNAP EBT

Amazon now accepts SNAP EBT which enables people with this benefit to shop from home and have groceries delivered, in many qualifying cases without any delivery charges. Needless to say, this is a great help across many situations: for folks with disabilities or large families or using public transportation or

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Shared by United Resource Connection September 12, 2020

LGBTQ Support en Espanol

Radio Spot Your browser does not support the audio element. const players3386 = Plyr.setup(‘.player’, { controls:[‘play’, ‘progress’, ‘duration’, ‘mute’, ‘volume’,’download’], }); The post LGBTQ Support en Espanol appeared first on Central Clinic . Visit Original Source at CentralClinic.org

Rent and Utilities Assistance

If you live in Hamilton County and have experienced a job loss or decrease in income due to COVID-19, we can help you with rent and utilities assistance! Hamilton County has recently awarded us CARES funding to assist families in need with up to $2,500 within a three month period.

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Shared by Freestore Food Bank, Trisha Rayner for Media Inquiries July 20, 2020

SMS Texting Service (513) 482-3663

The post SMS Texting Service (513) 482-3663 appeared first on Freestore Foodbank . Visit Original Source at Freestorefoodbank.org

Stabilization Program at the Freestore

CUSTOMER CONNECTION CENTER FLYER PURPOSE: To assist individuals to achieve greater stability by helping them to define key areas in their life that create barriers to obtaining and maintaining employment. REQUIREMENTS: Commitment to personal change that will help overcome barriers to increased self-reliance and stability. PROCESS: Individuals can be referred

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Shared by Freestore Food Bank, Trisha Rayner for Media Inquiries June 10, 2020

Filing for Unemployment in Ohio: Quick Tips and Step-By-Step Guide

Apply for unemployment benefits as soon as you become unemployed. Your claim will become effective the Sunday after your application is filed. Your first payment will begin processing after you (1) receive your eligibility determination AND (2) file your first weekly claim. Applying online will help expedite this process. If

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 16, 2020

Meals for Seniors Can Be Picked Up at Local Recreation Centers

Many Seniors in Hamilton County live independently but are having trouble obtaining meals during the COVID-19 State of Emergency. A great resource for these individuals (Seniors 60 years and older) is available through the Cincinnati Recreation Commission in partnership with The Council on Aging of Southwest Ohio.   Meals are

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 10, 2020

60 Days of Free Internet for Students & Teachers

For students and teachers who don’t have Internet service, Spectrum is offering free Internet and Wifi access for 60 days.   Teachers and parent/guardians can call (855) 243-8892 and ask for the sales department (expect a long wait). Tell them you would like to set up new service and get

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 9, 2020

Local Food Pantries Sorted by Zip Code

THIS ARTICLE HAS EXPIRED. LINKS HAVE BEEN REMOVED TO COMPLY WITH QUALITY ASSURANCE GUIDELINES. 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

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 9, 2020

Drive-thru in a SNAP

Ohio residents who receive food assistance can now shop online and pick up groceries in their cars. Federal rules say SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits cannot be used for food delivery. But retailers are no longer required to submit waiver requests to allow online shopping and curbside pickup for

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Shared by Hamilton County Job & Family Services April 2, 2020

Celebrating Black History Month

As Black History Month draws to a close, some of our staff gathered for a photo in front of our building to honor the history and contributions made to our community and our organization.  The post Celebrating Black History Month appeared first on Hamilton County Job & Family Services .

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Shared by Moira Weir February 28, 2020

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