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is a nonprofit, non-denominational organization that provides groceries at a greatly reduced price. The program is open to residents of all income levels and there is no limit on the number of units an individual can purchase. There are no applications to fill out but orders must be paid for in advance. Each month's menu is different and includes a mix of fresh and frozen items with a much higher retail value than its cost of $30. Each box of food can feed a family of four for about a week, or a single senior citizen for almost a month.
Canonsburg Trinity United 606-928-9855 606-325-4631
Angel food ministries serve cities all over the country. Go to the website and put in your zip code.
606-325-0100
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Energy Assistance
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
What is HEAP?
HEAP is a federally funded program administered by the Ohio Department of Development (ODOD). It is designed to help eligible low-income Ohioans meet the high costs of home heating. HEAP pays a one-time payment for most PUCO-regulated utility customers reflecting their usage for the current winter heating season.
Who is eligible?
The total household income of an applicant must be at or below 175 percent of the 2008-2009 federal poverty guidelines.
How do I sign up?
Call (800) 282-0880, TDD (800) 686-1557 or write to
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Project WARM
Since 1982, Project WARM has provided free weatherization and energy conservation services to residents of
502-636-9276
Kentucky Housing & Resource Help
Governor Announces Homelessness Prevention and Housing Program Funding
Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear, along with Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) Chief Executive Officer Richard L. McQuady, today announced the recipients of Kentucky’s Housing and Emergency Assistance Reaching The Homeless (KY HEARTH) Program grant funds. This initiative is part of the national American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 and the federal Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program. Lexington, Louisville and Covington received direct allocations. KHC administers the balance of the state’s portion.
Governor Announces Homelessness Prevention and Housing Program Funding
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Having trouble paying the bills?
Check out the Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program.
Help available for mothers and children
See WIC, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children.
High utility bills?
Apply for the Low Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program or contact the Public Service Commission for consumer assistance.
Need help paying for groceries?
See if you qualify for food stamps.
Have you served in the military?
You may be eligible for Services, Assistance and Earned Benefits.
Have banking concerns?
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation posts information and data on banks.
Unsure about an investor or investment product?
Contact the Department for Financial Institutions before investing or borrowing.
Check out the Earned Income Tax Credit, a refundable federal income tax credit for low-income working individuals and families. Also, learn about Kentucky Tax Credits and nearly 200 locations where you can get your taxes prepared free of charge
STAYING HEALTHY
Can’t afford to see the doctor?
The
Need health insurance for your children?
Check out the Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program.
Can’t afford your medication?
The State Health Insurance Assistance Program helps seniors decide which Medicare plan is right for them.
Feeling extra family stress?
Here’s a county-by-county list of mental health hotline numbers, and the
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for help.
Need help getting to your doctor’s appointments?
The Human Services Transportation Delivery is available to help certain disabled and elderly Kentuckians.
TAKING CARE OF KENTUCKY’S KIDS
Need health insurance for your children?
Check out the Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program.
Assistance needed for child care?
See if the Child Care Assistance Program can help.
Get help paying for college
Read about student financial aid at the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority or GoHigherKY.org.
Help available for mothers and children
WIC, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children.
New or expectant parent?
See if the HANDS program can help.
Need help collecting child support?
Child Support Enforcement helps children receive financial support from both parents.
HOUSING ASSISTANCE
In danger of foreclosure?
The Kentucky Homeownership Protection Center can connect you with counseling.
Looking for homelessness assistance and connections?
Check out the Kentucky Housing Corporation's Homeless Resource Guide.
JOB CENTER
Lost your job?
Click here for information about
Find your local unemployment insurance office.
Get instructions on how to file for Emergency Unemployment Compensation.
File an unemployment claim, request your bi-weekly check, or job search at the
Kentucky Electronic Workplace for Employment Services internet claims system.
Having trouble finding work?
Kentucky One-Stop Career Centers are designed to give job seekers and employers access to necessary services.
Search for jobs, training, or educational opportunities at e3.
Are you a veteran in need of job placement services?
The Ticket to Work Program offers SSA disability beneficiaries greater choice in work-related services.
The Carl D. Perkins Vocational Training Center provides services to disabled individuals.
The Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation helps disabled Kentuckians achieve suitable employment and independence.
The Kentucky Jobline (toll-free at 866-842-9145) helps with vision impaired job seekers use a keypad telephone to learn the latest job openings.
The Kentucky Office for the Blind (toll-free at 877-KYBLIND) helps with job placement
to all qualifying Kentuckians and employers.
Check out the Senior Community Service Employment Program.
Kentucky
Food Banks
started, we have provided some Kentucky Food Bank links below.
Food Banks in Kentucky serve hundreds of churches and other nonprofit agencies in distributing free food to those in need. Additionally, the phone book is a good place to find local churches, synagogues, and food kitchens that may be able to help you with food and clothing needs.
Child Nutrition Programs
number to find out about the many child nutrition programs that are offered in
Kentucky NSLP, CACFP, SFSP
State Director
Division of School and Community Nutrition
State Department of Education
2545 Lawrenceburg Rd.
Frankfort, Kentucky 40601
Phone: 502-564-5625
Programs include the Child and Adult Care Food Program and National School Lunch Program
as well as the National School Breakfast Program, the Summer Food Service Program and the Emergency Food Assistance Program. To find more about these programs click on the link
Nutrition Assistance Programs. For the specific programs in Kentucky call the contact number above or contact the Kentucky Department of Education, the Kentucky Department of Health or the Kentucky child welfare agency, all listed in the "Additional Areas of Interest" section below.
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) in Kentucky
Three Rivers District Health Department Administrative Office
Phone: (502) 484-3412
Spiritual Assistance
USA CHURCH SEARCH FOR YOUR AREA
Churches usually have informaiton regarding food banks and holiday food resources and clothing resources as well as Spiritual assistance
http://www.usachurch.com/
You can search for your specific city or state.
Check here for churches in your city and call for info regarding food banks / food baskets / energy assistance / clothing.
Spiritual.
God's Pantry Food Bank, Inc.
Marian Blanchard, Executive Director
(859) 255-6592
Highland Presbyterian Church
1011 Cherokee Road
Louisville, Kentucky
40204-0068
Phone: 502-451-2910
West
Telephone (603) 298-8096
215 Broadway
270-422-2810
info@bburgumc.org
Kentucky
Way,
Telephone: 859-255-6592
Fax: 859-254-6330
BEREA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK
, K 103 Parkway Ave,
4051859-985-1903 1
JACKSON CO FOOD BANK INC
606-287-8336
859-745-1809
BEREA COMMUNITY FOOD BANK
859-985-1903
HELPING HAND FOOD PANTRY
606-528-2102
JESUS FOOD SHELTER
270-726-7820
NEW HOPE FOOD BANK
502-549-6015
PORTLANDS FOOD PANTRY
502-778-3641
270-259-4000
GODS PANTRY
859-277-4126
ELLIOTT COUNTY CHRISTIAN COMMU
606-738-4095
SHEPHARDS PANTRY
606-528-9997
NEED LINE
270-753-6333
ALMS OUTREACH
859-623-2220
HEAVENS GROCERY
270-273-3609
Because there are often people who cannot afford adequate food for themselves and their families, food banks operate as a way of providing non-perishable or frozen goods to them at little or no cost. Food banks will usually get their food supplies from companies and supermarkets that want to donate unsaleable stock, as well as from public donations and government subsidies. Volunteers from local church organizations or community outreach programs often staff food banks. Food banks will often organize food drives during the holiday season in order to increase their supply of food and redistribute it in large amounts.
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