Social Service Public Document Server

Use the dropdown category menu below to reach each document category directly. Use the search bar below to search for specific documents. A Private Document Server is available for registered staff of social service organizations to assist in collaborative and remote work. You must be logged-in to access the Private Document Server, which is located on your social profile Groups page. If your social service organization is not currently registered for these services, but would like to be, please contact us for more details.

Financial Issues

Application/Intake Forms

Additional Instructions Filing For Ohio Unemployment Benefits, if due to COVID-19 pandemic Instructions for filing Continued Weekly Claims related to COVID-19. Document provided by the Ohio Department of Job & Family Services

Apply for Disability Benefits Online Social Security Disability Application and Information to help you file online, provided by the Social Security Administration.

Apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Online Application information provided by the Social Security Administration

COVID-19 Housing & Utility Relief Resources Link provided by 513relief.org for supportive resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Discounted Price for Amazon Prime A discounted price of $5.99/month for Amazon Prime is available to qualifying customers with an EBT and/or Medicaid card. This is a link to the application form.

Forms for Hamilton County Job & Family Services Page on their website devoted to Forms that can be downloaded as needed for application to their various services.

Health Insurance Marketplace Federal access point for information on health insurance options under the Affordable Care Act.

Metropolitan Sewer District Customer Assistance Program Application for Seniors Discounted rate on sewer bills if you are a low income senior. 25% discount on future sewer bills if you are 65 years or older, own your home, and have a combined household income of less than $32,800. Complete application, print it, and mail in.

Safelink Wireless Application Free smart phone, 1000 voice minutes, and 1GB data, per month -- Free -- if you are eligible for medicaid, snap, or other government program (see eligibility requirements).

Education & Workbooks

Filing for Unemployment Step-by-Step Guide Document provided by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services to help navigate the process of filing for unemployment.

Guide to Living on a Low Income Living paycheck to paycheck is an unfortunate reality for many Americans. Whether you’re working sporadically or working multiple jobs to make ends meet, this guide offers advice and resources to help you stretch your earnings.

Social Security FAQ page Answers to frequently asked questions about Social Security benefits.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Information .pdf from Social Security Administration explaining eligibility requirements to get extra financial assistance from them for food.

The Easy Guide to Budgeting The mere mention of budgeting can be overwhelming, but budgeting is absolutely essential if you want to get out of debt and afford what’s really important. This guide will help you create and use a budget system.

General Resources

Convert Annual Salary to Hourly Wage Allows you to see what your hourly wage as an annual salary and vice-versa

COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide Provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this resource matrix organizes funding opportunities identified in stimulus bills and other federal resources that can help support rural America. Opportunities are categorized by customer and assistance type.

COVID-19 Renter Protections Information on the eviction moratorium effective September 4th 2020 through March 31st 2021, answers questions about what rights and protections are in place for renters and how to exercise those rights.

COVID-19 Small Business Resources Link provided by 513relief.org for supportive resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 Specific Resources COVID-19 Specific Resources Highlighted by Hamilton County Commission on Women and Girls

Homeless and Low Income Resources, 7th Edition

Produced by the Community Outreach Division of the Cincinnati VA Center, resources cover Hamilton, Butler, and Clermont County in Ohio, as well as Boone, Kenton, and Campbell County in Kentucky.

Information about eligibility and application for SSDI (info provided by the Social Security Administration about applying for Disability Benefits)

Local Food Pantries Sorted by Zip Code 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.

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