Resources
Let’s face it we are all in this difficult economy together. When you need help, it’s your turn to ASK FOR IT. When things improve for you then lend a helping hand back to others because what comes around, goes around and good things will keep coming your way.
Get started making a few contacts for some relief today.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
In Families (See TANF for Temporary assistance for all) also see Resources http://www.acf.hhs.gov/acf_services.html
Utility Bill Assistance
List links by State. (Note: There are many Ads on this page)
http://www.utilitybillassistance.com/html/utility_bill_assistance_progra.html
This one has been making the News! This is a great way to provide healthy food for your home (at an outstanding discount) while helping support the missionary projects of Angel Ministries. Find your local distribution location and check out the menu and prices of Angel Food today. http://www.angelfoodministries.com/
USA.Gov: Endless information; assistance, grants, programs, forms, you name it.
http://www.usa.gov/index.shtml
Social Security Online
Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Medicade and who is eligable
http://www.ssa.gov/
Nutrition Assistance Programs
Everything from food stamps to discount programs.
http://www.fns.usda.gov/fns/default.htm
State Government Programs
Click the to your state to get local resources
http://www.usa.gov/Agencies/State_and_Territories.shtml
Food Bank List
Listed by State, City
http://www.magicyellow.com/category/Food_Banks/Cities.html
Food Bank or Food Pantry - Your Local
Google by your City and State
National Hunger Hotline: 1-866-3-HUNGRY
The Hotline connects individuals in need to emergency food in their community, government assistance programs, and various social services, phone number to a food stamp office, a listing of local food pantries and more. The Hotline is operated Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm and Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm E.S.T. http://yhunger.org/resources/national-hunger-hotline.html
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